I wouldn't say Rice is out of football, but probably out of Baltimore. Some stores in Baltimore today have already pulled his jersey. After Rice's dismal performance last year and with his impending suspension this season he was played very little in the preseason. In yesterday game, one of the few bright spots was in the second half comeback, new running back Justin Forsett gained 70 yards on 11 carries. He passed veteran Bernard Pierce on the depth chart and will start Thursday night. I just read the Ravens will save $4 million in salary cap this season. I'm sure they didn't waste anytime cutting him loose.
I expect some team will sign Rice when this is over, or at least invite him to camp. I just read the Miami Dolphins player Richie Incognito that was suspended last year for harassing a black team mate is about to sign with Tampa Bay, and they have a black head coach Lovie Smith.
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