Ravens | Ray Rice ready to lead

Baltimore Ravens RB Ray Rice said he’s ready to step into a leadership role for the team. ‘A leadership role is something I definitely don’t mind taking upon now, because I was mentored by one of the greatest leaders probably ever to play the game in Ray Lewis,’ Rice said. ‘A lot of his leading was by example, and when he spoke, everybody listened because they had that respect for him. So I think being a leader comes with how much respect people have for you. These guys look at the way I work and they understand that my actions are going to show on the field.’
Ravens | Ray Rice ready to lead

Steelers | Matt Spaeth understands role

Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers TE Matt Spaeth might start the regular season as a starter if TE Heath Miller (knee) is not ready. However, he is considered a strong blocking tight end, which would help trigger the running back. He understands he probably won’t see the ball as much as Miller did even as a starter. ‘I’m a role guy, and I know I’ve got a role, and I never worry about how many balls are being thrown to me,’ Spaeth said.
Steelers | Matt Spaeth understands role

Rams | Brian Quick tumbling down depth chart?

St. Louis Rams WR Brian Quick reportedly had a disappointing spring, and he tumbled down the unofficial depth chart, working as the No. 4 receiver as organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamp ended. However, it is believed the rookie Tavon Austin, Chris Givens and Austin Pettis just had better practices, as offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer had good words for Quick. ‘(Quick’s) doing a lot better. He’s stepped up this year. He’s just much more comfortable,’ Schottenheimer said.
Rams | Brian Quick tumbling down depth chart?