Juszczyk did not register a touch or target in Thursday's 26-6 win over the Steelers. Juszczyk played 25-of-70 offensive snaps, and while that represents an improvement from last week's 18-of-88, he was only on the field for six pass plays. Until building a two-score lead in the second half, the Ravens barely used Juszczyk outside of goal-line situations. Meanwhile, No. 2 TE Owen Daniels had a strong game, catching a pair of touchdowns while playing 51 snaps.

Juszczyk only played 18-of-88 snaps in Sunday's loss to the Bengals. The Ravens fell behind 15-0 in the first half, and thus ended up throwing 62 passes. Oddly enough, while he'll need receptions to carve out any shred of fantasy value, Juszczyk is probably a better bet to produce when the Ravens stick with the run. There was perhaps some opportunity for him to carve out a role beyond what you'd expect for a starting fullback, but with Owen Daniels looking healthy, Juszczyk probably won't get more than 1-3 targets per week. He does figure to play more than 18 snaps most games.

Juszczyk caught five passes for 53 yards on five targets in Saturday's preseason game against the Redskins. Offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak said during the offseason that he could envision Juszczyk catching 40 or 50 passes. While that previously seemed quite optimistic, Juszczyk has been one of Joe Flacco's favorite options this preseason, hauling in all 10 of his targets through three games. With training camp reports on Owen Daniels (leg) rather unflattering, the Ravens could opt to use less of the veteran tight end and more of their versatile second-year fullback. Juszczyk doesn't draw great reviews for his lead blocking, but his receiving skills are excellent for the position. Of course, even if he's a big part of the offense, he'll mostly be catching short passes, and won't be a threat to pile up carries.

Juszczyk has taken a big step from his rookie campaign, the Ravens' official website reports. After suffering a minor neck injury during last week's preseason game, Juszczyk turned in a strong outing for the second week in a row. He's locked in as the Ravens' starting fullback, but he largely played tight end in college, and won't strictly be used as a lead blocker. With Owen Daniels having a slow training camp and preseason, the Ravens might opt to use more of Juszczyk and less of the veteran than initially expected. While he doesn't figure to see more than the occasional stray carry or two, Juszczyk could be active in the short passing game. Offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak said in June that he could envision the Harvard grad catching 40 or 50 passes this season.

Juszczyk suffered a minor neck injury during Thursday's preseason opener, ESPN reports. Juszczyk's injury doesn't seem to be much of a concern since coach John Harbaugh said that his team didn't suffer any major injuries during Thursday's game. The fullback has a chance to see some opportunities in the passing attack this season, although, it'd be hard to imagine him finding much fantasy relevancy from the backfield.

Ravens OC Gary Kubiak is comparing second-year FB Kyle Juszczyk to former Texans TE/FB James Casey. Casey spent four years with Kubiak in Houston, catching 34 passes for 330 yards and three touchdowns in 2012. Juszczyk is similarly useful as a blocker and check-down safety net. He won't have fantasy value, but could help the Ravens.

The Baltimore Sun suggests fourth-round FB Kyle Juszczyk would move to tight end if the Ravens re-signed Vonta Leach. Juszczyk played tight end at Harvard. At 6-foot-1, 248, he's severely undersized to play that position in the NFL, but Baltimore has a glaring tight end need after losing Dennis Pitta for the season. The Sun's Mike Preston believes the Ravens now have "urgency" to bring back Leach, who is tentatively expected to sign with a team early this week. The sides were negotiating this weekend.

Ravens fourth-round FB Kyle Juszczyk lined up at lead blocker, tight end, and slot receiver during OTAs. Seeking more versatility at fullback, the Ravens parted with one-dimensional lead blocker Vonta Leach and are turning to Harvard alum Juszczyk to become a bit of a movable chess piece. We could see Juszczyk catching 25-30 passes this season and contributing as a power lead blocker in the run game.

Ravens agreed to terms with No. 130 overall pick FB Kyle Juszczyk on a four-year contract. Juszczyk -- pronounced USE-chick -- played H-back and tight end while at Harvard, and he was a two-time FCS All-American. A solid blocker, "Juice" could force FB Vonta Leach out of a job if his game translates well to the next level.