OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Patrick Ricard finished off the Baltimore Ravens' first drive in last Thursday's preseason game by catching a 6-yard touchdown pass from Joe Flacco.
Four days later, Ricard reached the end zone again, grabbing a deflected pass in practice and running back the interception for a touchdown.
Ricard is pulling double duty for a second straight season as a fullback and defensive tackle in an experiment that went by the name "Project Pat" last year. This summer, it's more like Playmaker Pat.
Using athleticism, opportunity and a good number of burritos to bulk up, Ricard is looking to make an increased impact on offense and defense.