http://twitter.com/#!/IndianaColtsLOX/status/191555129034555394

Ravens star running back Ray Rice will reportedly skip offseason workouts in hopes of forcing the team to give him a long-term contract. Baltimore placed the franchise tag on Rice, but he has yet to sign the tender.

He has the support of his teammates and is undoubtedly their most explosive offensive playmaker. It’s hard to imagine the Ravens won’t cave and give him the contract he wants.

Ray Rice is about to pull a Chris Johnson…. Not reporting to voluntary workouts.. Hoping for big deal.

— Jeremy Dawson (@JDawson_NFL) April 15, 2012

If Ray Rice holds out for new contract. The Ravens will get it done. Not so much w/Forte n Bears. A little #injuryprone

— La Marr (@La_MarrD) April 15, 2012

Ray Rice second best RB in the league give him what he wants. I'm glad he didn't sign the franchise tender. Luv u #27 ♥ yup

— Melonie Chin (@MissChin78) April 15, 2012

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