The pressure is on Paul Kruger, the Ravens' second-round pick from a year ago.

With defensive end Dwan Edwards signing a four-year deal with the Buffalo Bills, Kruger has a chance to step into the starting lineup and move past a disappointing rookie season.

But the only way Kruger wins a job is if he bulks up. Listed at 260 pounds, he probably needs to get to at least 275 pounds to play end.

"We said this before: I'm convinced Paul Kruger is going to be a really good player," coach John Harbaugh said at the team's season-ending news conference. "Paul needs to put some weight on, get in that weight room and go to work. And he's committed to doing that. I'm sure he will. We're going to keep a close eye on him in there, for sure.

Inside the banquet hall, a humbled but defiant Michael Vick was honored Tuesday night as one of 32 NFL players to receive the Ed Block Courage Award. Outside, dozens of protesters expressed dismay over his nomination. The award is presented to players who exemplify commitment to the principles of sportsmanship and courage.

Ozzie Newsome has lamented his poor judgment about Anquan Boldin for years. Newsome decided against selecting Boldin in the 2003 NFL draft. Given the opportunity to make things right, the Baltimore Ravens general manager couldn't resist trading for the three-time Pro Bowler. The Ravens introduced their new primary wide receiver to the media Monday, and although Boldin signed a lucrative contract...