JT chat, 10/20

Rams chat with Jim Thomas

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With Saffold out yet again, Reynolds to fill in as starter but what about depth now? Do we look at going with what we have, looking at teams practice squad players or even trade? Youth and inexperience concern me that we’ll struggle to even break .500 – young guys look decent so far but this is definitely what drives the bus
by TD51 2:02 PM[/i]

I think the Rams will stand pat at this point on the o-line. Although they always look around to see what’s out there. They decided to sink or swim with youth when they expended 5 draft picks (one of which was the 2016 pick in the July supplemental draft) on offensive linemen and didn’t add a veteran starter via free agency.
by jthomas 2:04 PM

How is Saffold’s first surgically repaired shoulder holding up? Should we expect that to crop up, again? If not, will the latest surgery leave Saffold equally sound in the other shoulder?
by bfulton 2:04 PM

To my knowledge, that shoulder _ the left shoulder _ has not been a problem. Obviously, there are no guarantees that either shoulder will hold up over time.
by jthomas 2:05 PM

What are expecting to see from the Rams this cone Sunday to you this gurley will wear his brace and what’s your predictions for the outcome and gurley numbers
by dave 2:06 PM

I think the Rams will hold serve at home and defeat the Browns. This could be a big game for Gurley because the Browns enter the contest ranked last in the NFL in run defense. They are yielding 149.8 yards per game and 5.0 yards per carry.
by jthomas 2:07 PM

Does Saffold have a torn labrum? Have not heard exactly what is wrong with the shoulder.
by David 2:07 PM

It’s believed to be a torn labrum.
by jthomas 2:08 PM

How big of a crowd are you expecting for Sunday?
by Rams Fans United 2:08 PM

I’m thinking it will be the smallest crowd so far this season. Somewhere in the 40,000s.
by jthomas 2:08 PM

The NFC West doesn’t look as strong this year with Seattle / San Fran struggling. What are the chances the Rams win the division this year?
by Gladdy 2:08 PM

It definitely doesn’t look as strong as it’s been for the last several years. You’d think the Rams should be able to be a contender, but based on what we’ve seen the previous three seasons under Fisher, seeing will be believing.
by jthomas 2:09 PM

Any truth to the TE Cook trade rumors? If so, for what?
by bfulton 2:09 PM

I’m told the Rams have received some calls on Cook, but nothing serious yet. Remember, we’re still 2 weeks until the trading deadline.
by jthomas 2:10 PM

BTW…….Have the Rams announced which home games that they will be sporting the throwback unis? They don’t seem to promote that very much.
by Knux 2:10 PM

I’m told the Rams will have two throwback games, but that one of them won’t be this week against Cleveland. (I would’ve have loved to have seen the old red-and-black Cleveland Rams uniforms circa 1937 in this one against the Cleveland Browns.) I have no idea why the Rams have waited to announce the throwback days. There are only 5 home dates left after Cleveland: San Francisco, Chicago, Arizona, Detroit, and Tampa Bay. So it will be two of those five games.
by jthomas 2:13 PM

First Uni question of the day what are the throw back dates this year?
by Up North 2:13 PM

Actually, you’re the second, so you get the silver medal. Dates have yet to be announced, but I’m told it won’t be Sunday vs. Cleveland.
by jthomas 2:14 PM

What’s the most we can get for Jared Cook?
by Tommyverceticb7 2:14 PM

Have no idea. Keep in mind, any team that trades for him inherits a contract that pays him $7 million in 2016 and $7.1 million in 2017. He’s averaged 51 catches for about 650 yards, and 4 TDs over his two full seasons.
by jthomas 2:16 PM

How is Gurley on blitz pickup?
by David 2:16 PM

I think he’s been pretty good so far.
by jthomas 2:16 PM

How about some throw back offense to the greatest show on turf days?
by David 2:16 PM

I’m all for it.
by jthomas 2:16 PM

Might as well take the seventh rounder for Cook. He is garbage…a worthless football player. Plus, no WAY we resign him!
by laramsfan 2:16 PM

How can you call a player who has averaged 51 catches for 650 yards and 4 TDs in his 2 full seasons garbage? Plus, he’s under contract for two additional seasons.
by jthomas 2:17 PM

meant to say “retain” him, not “resign”
by laramsfan 2:18 PM

OK that makes more sense.
by jthomas 2:18 PM

After watching the Chargers torch the Packer D for 500+ yards what percentage would you put on the O line, receivers, and QB for the lack of production
by Up North 2:18 PM

I think I answered this one last week. And I think my percentages there were QB (55 percent), O-line (30) percent), WRs (15 percent).
by jthomas 2:19 PM

@jthomas Is it possible they could be wearing the throwbacks on the road after their last home game?
by PureAdrenaline 2:20 PM

I don’t think that’s how it works.
by jthomas 2:20 PM

Any chance Kevin Demoff or any other Rams brass shows up for the dog and pony show or is this all Eric Grubman and ill willed fans?
by skibum 2:20 PM

I believe it’s going to be the Eric Grubman show.
by jthomas 2:20 PM

Any news on Alec Ogletree? How is his recovery coming and will he be back this season? I read he could be back for the Cards game?
by AzRamsFan 2:20 PM

He’s still injured. Last week, I saw him with the leg in a cast and using one of those scooters to get around. The Arizona game would’ve been the earliest he could return had the Rams put him on the IR/designated for return list immediately. Don’t know if that’s the realistic target; remember Fisher said it would be at least 2 months.
by jthomas 2:23 PM

I’m kinda glad we didn’t draft Manziel.
by David 2:23 PM

Ya think?
by jthomas 2:24 PM

any news on uniform motifications? tired of the purple grapes at home. frankly, there awful to look at.
by ekern55 2:24 PM

Have heard nothing.
by jthomas 2:24 PM

Jim,
Thanks for the chat, always the high point of my week. I think Joyner has been playing pretty well so far, do you concur?
by JoeRamfan 2:24 PM

Agreed. Even though he got burned on that James Jones TD pass in Green Bay, I think he has made considerable strides as compared to his rookie season. He has been an active, aggressive tackler and has made some plays on the ball.
by jthomas 2:26PM

With the running game improving do you think we will see the true full back promoted from the practice squad I love that full back dive play
by Up North 2:26 PM

Harkey does pretty well as a lead blocker. So does Kendricks, who lined up there a good deal in Green Bay.
by jthomas 2:27 PM

Have the owners stated how much the relocation fees will be for teams to move?
by jim 2:27 PM

Not yet. They’re working on it.
by jthomas 2:27 PM

Pretty telling that Demoff won’t even announce the throwback jersey dates. He’s quit on the fans and is trying to destroy the fanbase.
by steve 2:27 PM

I don’t know about all that, but it is a little strange.
by jthomas 2:28 PM

at this point in the season, what do you consider the Rams greatest needs for next year? OL and WR?
by Greg in Raleigh 2:28 PM

A big part of that answer depends on what free agents the Rams re-sign, and which ones leave. Jenkins, Johnson, McLeod are pending free agents in the secondary. Same for Hayes, Sims, and Fairley on the defensive line, Quick at wide receiver, Harkey at fullback/tight end, Zuerlein at kicker. Also is Long back next year? Saffold? Cook (if he makes it through this season)?
by jthomas 2:31 PM

According to ESPN, the Rams offense ranks dead last in total yds, total yds per game, passing yards per game, total points scored, and points scored per game. Pretty dog gone terrible. Who would you say should be held accountable for this outcome? I say this is a complete coaching failure.
by Steve 2:31 PM

It’s all Schottenheimer’s and Bradford’s fault.
by jthomas 2:31 PM

What are you initial feelings about Havenstein and Brown, on their Way to being above average or is the development slower than expected
by Greg in Raleigh 2:32 PM

I’d say on their way to being above average.
by jthomas 2:32 PM

cute
by Steve 2:32 PM

Well, weren’t they the root of all evil?
by jthomas 2:33 PM

Any update on your relocation odds?
by Rams Fans United 2:33 PM

Holding firm at 45-55.
by jthomas 2:33 PM

Jim, Do you think coach Fisher will sit Cook and put TE Cunningham in on the action?
by Quarryworkers Eighttwentynine 2:33 PM

If Cunningham plays it will because Kendricks can’t go following the finger surgery.
by jthomas 2:34 PM

Jim- what year is your P-D chat Banner photo from?
by Shark 2:34 PM

I don’t know. I never see it when I log on for this chat. But I told them a few years ago, don’t update it until the Rams finish the season above .500! (Wait a minute _ that was 2003.)
by jthomas 2:35 PM

Do you see the Rams making any splash before the trade deadline?
by Matt 2:35 PM

Well, I think there’s a little smoke behind these Jared Cook rumors. We’ll see.
by jthomas 2:35 PM

GA. jim nope we miss rams football if the lay an egg on sunday how much fire wiil coach fish be under
by roc 2:36 PM

From management/ownership? Probably very little. From the fans? Probably a lot.
by jthomas 2:37 PM

Hi Jim, Rams back at it again in a must win against Cleveland? They have a shot at the division! On a side note, I’m sure you have covered better high schools games than what we saw last night between the Giants and Eagles!
by Stevespn 2:37 PM

If the Rams truly want to be a playoff contender, they have to defeat teams like the Browns at home. Plain and simple. As for the Giants-Eagles, I was able to watch most of it. Yeah, it was tough to watch.
by jthomas 2:38 PM

I think the rams are playing the oline out of position would it be better to move greg inside gaurd an havenstien to left tackle those to guys on the same side could dominate dline in the run game
by roc 2:38 PM

I’m not sure Havenstein has the footwork or overall athleticism to play left tackle. He seems like the prototypical right tackle to me.
by jthomas 2:39 PM

Can you share the list of Rams’ pending free agents?
by bfulton 2:39 PM

I mentioned them in an earlier answer. These are off the top of my head, so I might miss 1 or 2: CB Jenkins, CB Johnson, S McLeod, DE Sims, DE Hayes, DT Fairley, K Zuerlein, WR Quick, FB Harkey.
by jthomas 2:40 PM

I’ve not been impressed with Mason. Can Cunningham or Watts give Gurley enough of breather so that he isn’t used up too quickly?
by bfulton 2:41 PM

I wouldn’t give up on Mason just yet. He had that hamstring injury at the start of the regular season, and has barely played the past two games.
by jthomas 2:41 PM

What about the Town Hall, what can we expect from that?
by Rams Fans United 2:41 PM

Should be interesting. This is a chance for fans and non-fans to have their voices heard, offer opinions and ask questions. I’m sure the league will be paying attention, too, to how many people show up.
by jthomas 2:43 PM

Great to have you here JT! With all the scuttlebutt floating around regarding a possible trade interest in Jared Cook, I was wondering how much damage would be inflicted to the Rams salary cap. As I understand it, he counts for around $8 million for the next few seasons. Does that dead money get pro rated or does it immediately disappear? I know that when the Rams traded Bradford, he still counts $3.5 million against the 2015 cap. Can you clarify?
by Knux 2:43 PM

About $2.6 million of unamortized signing bonus is left on Cook’s 2016 and 2017 contracts. So that amount would accelerate into this year’s cap basically negating any saved salary from the remainder of his 2015 base. But trading him now wouldn’t be cap prohibitive.
by jthomas 2:48 PM

Prediction on the Alderman vote?
by J. Kerth 2:49 PM

I believe when all is said and done they approve the financing.
by jthomas 2:49 PM

I know it’s early but we have Jenkins and Tru (i believe) both in contract years, any idea what the plan is to retain these guys? I know we have Gaines that would have been a starter but what do you foresee with the DB’s re-signing with the Rams?
by TD51 2:49 PM

I believe the Rams were hoping at one point to have Jenkins wrapped up right around the start of the season, but that didn’t happen obviously. I’m not sure things have ever been that far along with Johnson. I think they’ve both played pretty well lately. (Yes, even given that busted coverage by Johnson.)
by jthomas 2:54 PM

Jim, I have been a Rams fan far too long to buy into the narrative that says we are going to beat all the teams with a losing record currently on our remaining slate and deliver a winning record for first time in 13 years. Hang on – aren’t we one of those teams with a losing record that our opponents will be eyeing up as a likely W! Rams stacking wins just doesn’t happen. Do we know when the team won 3 back to back games, let alone 4 or 5? (My guess is start of Lineham era in 2006) . So, from your knowledge of this year’s team, what record do we have after the next 4 Games? I reckon we frustratingly split 2-2 (W against Browns/Chicago; L against 49ers(!) and Minnesota) to go 4-5. Hope I am wrong, I like Nick Foles but offense just too fragile to put up 20+ points per Game to win regularly.
by UK Ram 2:55 PM

Of course. But I’m not aware of any narrative that says the Rams are going to win all these winnable games just because the schedule lightens up from here on out. I don’t think anyone expects that, and as you mention, the Rams have not shown any ability to stack up wins under Fisher. During his tenure in St. Louis, the team has won as many as 3 games in a row only once _ in 2012.
by jthomas 2:59 PM

Time for the weekly question on Quick. Any chance Quick has shaken some of that rust off over the bye? will have an impact on Sunday?
by Patrick 3:00 PM

I think it’s trending that way. He went from 6 plays and zero targets vs. Arizona to 20 plays and three targets vs. Green Bay.
by jthomas 3:01 PM

Guess this goes out to the chat room, I live in OH but may be coming in for a game, possibly even this weekend. Any recommendations of affordable hotels nearby so don’t have to drive to game? Any other advice? Thanks!
by TD51 3:01 PM

There’s a Drury Inn right across the street from the dome. Don’t know if they jack up their prices for home games, but that chain is usually pretty affordable. Laclede’s Landing, a restaurant and entertainment area is within easy walking distance to the dome. Anyone else have any ideas?
by jthomas 3:03 PM

When do you believe we will hear about how this new stadium will be financed?
by Rams 3:04 PM

Don’t know. I’m sure at some point.
by jthomas 3:04 PM

Greg Robinson was a devastating run blocker in college, Why haven’t the Rams run to his side more ?
by EricRams 3:04 PM

I think the Rams have run to his side more than a little in the past two games.
by jthomas 3:05 PM

Jim, you said you relocation is 55/45. Which is which? 55 stay or 45 stay?
by Lambs for Sale 3:05 PM

45 to stay/55 to go.
by jthomas 3:05 PM

There are hotels within walking distance by Busch and on Washington Avenue
by Stan’s speech writer 3:06 PM

More advice for Ohio.
by jthomas 3:06 PM

Is Foles the weak link on the offense? Horrible decision making execution could have cost them a victory against the Packers.
by bfowler 3:06 PM

Well, that may have been the case vs. Green Bay. But he was one of their best players against Seattle and Arizona.
by jthomas 3:07 PM

What will it take for you to raise your percentages to 55 stay? Is there anything that is in the works that has a large impact and if so, when is the magical date?
by Lambs for Sale 3:08 PM

I’d still like to see the basics of that financing plan. Having the city approve its share of the financing plan would be a big help.
by jthomas 3:08 PM

How long does it typically take for an offensive lineman to mature (i.e. hit his stride) in the NFL? About 3 years?
by Brad W 3:09 PM

Yeah, I think you’re in the neighborhood there at 3 years.
by jthomas 3:09 PM

With the Browns up this week and Johnny football in deep do do again do you think there may be a chance we see Davis
by Up North 3:09 PM

I guess Davis would be Cleveland’s second-string QB if Manziel was a pre-game inactive.
by jthomas 3:10 PM

Hey Jim, any explanation why offensive players on the Rams tend to just disappear after producing the previous season? For example, DRich, Stacy, Givens, Quick. And now to a lesser extent Bailey & Mason. Thanks
by STL45Fan 3:11 PM

That’s an interesting question. The circumstances of course are different with Quick because he’s coming off a pretty serious injury. But Richardson, and so far Stacy, haven’t been able to duplicate their early success in St. Louis at new outposts.
by jthomas 3:14 PM

I am hoping we see the full Rams running attack Sunday. And I also hope to Cignetti adjust when the Browns stack the box. Please tell me Cig will be ready with a pass play or two that takes advantage of this. I think this might be our chance to score a bunch of points; a poor run defense plays right into Fish’s scheme.
by Healey 3:14 PM

So it would seem.
by jthomas 3:15 PM

Patriots arguably ranked as the best team in the NFL right now. During their bye week they tinkered with their roster, always trying to improve. Rams did nothing and we aren’t even close to the Patriots. What gives? Snead has always been a little bit of a gambler, has Kroenke locked up the money box and is sitting on it in LA? Thou shalt not spend money on the “St. Louis” Rams?
by Uncle Leo 3:15 PM

I don’t think tinkering with their roster is the reasons the Patriots are unbeaten. I think it has more to do with Mssrs. Brady and Belichick.
by jthomas 3:16 PM

Aaron Rodgers stood on the sidelines for three years, learning. Brady didn’t play the first year. The two best QBs in the NFL didn’t get shoved into the starting lineup as rookies. Why don’t teams take that approach anymore?
by Andy 3:17 PM

When you draft a QB No. 1 or No. 2 overall, I think there’s great pressure to play them right away. Keep in mind, both the Packers and Patriots had established QBs when they drafted Rodgers and Brady. (I’m speaking of Favre and Bledsoe here.) Not every team has that luxury.
by jthomas 3:18 PM

Good Day to you Jim, when the team travels on chartered flights do you fly on the same flight as they do, also stay at the same hotel. Also is that a time when you can have some good off the record conversations?
by Bob Hruby 3:19 PM

Only time in 21 seasons that I have traveled with the team is on the London trip a couple of years back. Usually stay at the team hotel, but not always. Sometimes that leads to some off-the-record conversations, but not as much as you’d think.
by jthomas 3:20 PM

Any thought on Bradford’s performance so far this year? I’m amazed he hasn’t been hurt yet. Maybe the Eagles Oline is far better than the Rams.
by Dschwag 3:21 PM

Last night (vs. Giants) was the first time I’d watched him for an extended period of time. He just doesn’t look totally comfortable to me. And I wonder if that system really is the best fit for him. He has taken some shots however, and gotten up. For a variety of reason, the Eagles had trouble last night getting into a rhythm offensively. You can’t blame him for one of his interceptions last night _ the WR inexplicably stopped running the route. But the first INT was a high throw, and the third he threw into traffic. Keep in mind, he hadn’t really played for a year and a half in the regular season. He just doesn’t look like he’s got his feel for the game back.
by jthomas 3:26 PM

Hi Jim, Great to see you again! Whats your take on Mannion? If Foles were to go down do you think they’d start Mannion?
by sphincter 3:26 PM

No, it would be Keenum.
by jthomas 3:26 PM

Is Chris Long out this weekend? Longer than this weekend?
by Uncle Leo 3:26 PM

No official word yet. In fact, no official injury report until Weds. But my guess is that he misses this weekend and maybe another game or two beyond that.
by jthomas 3:27 PM

Jimbo! Thanks for stopping by, you know I always enjoy your visits. Do you think the Rams will be competing for the division this year?
by sphincter 3:27 PM

I’ll put it this way: I think they are capable of competing for a playoff berth.
by jthomas 3:27 PM

Assuming everything falls into place, do you think the NFL would risk the negative PR by encouraging St. Louis to invest millions of dollars developing a stadium plan which calls for using a large share of public funds, only to deny them? What precedent would that set for future projects (using public funds) in other cities?
by Stan’s speech writer 3:28 PM

I don’t think that would be a very good precedent.
by jthomas 3:28 PM

The KC Chiefs are spiraling downward, Missouri Tigers having a hard time of it. Are the Rams the best football in Missouri right now?
by Uncle Leo 3:28 PM

Perhaps. That’s not much of a consolation prize though, is it?
by jthomas 3:29 PM

Rams said they used the bye week to self scout. Do you think the offensive through this process learned that Bailey runs the best routes and has the best hands of all the receivers. Aneas Williams, Isaac, Torry and Marshal think so . Tavon and Gurley have been given the opportunity to make plays and have taken advantage of the opportunity. It is time for Bailey to get the majority of the snaps and see if he is another playmaker to add to another dimension to the offense. Do you agree.
by ramsfan 3:29 PM

I’ve always liked Bailey. But actually, he’s playing more at this point of the season _ much more _ than he did in 2014 or ’13.
by jthomas 3:30 PM

OK thanks now follow up question, with everything going on about pending move etc, has your job gotten tougher to do especially with getting access to team officials than in the years past, or they more stand offish
by Bob Hruby 3:30 PM

The higher you go on the organizational depth chart, the more stand-offish. So yeah, it has gotten tougher.
by jthomas 3:31 PM

I think I am going to attend the Town Hall meeting next Tuesday.
by Stan Kroenke 3:31 PM

Good. Stop by and say hi.
by jthomas 3:31 PM

In the G.Bay game it would have been nice to see some screen passes to slow the rush down, or a quick pass to one of the three serviceable TE’s the Rams have. In fact, its been missing from most all of the games. Can you ask the OC what he has been doing to slow the rush down?
by Deacon 75 3:32 PM

Actually, I think the screen game was pretty effective earlier in the season. But I agree with you; I would’ve have liked to have seen it used more against the Packers. The Rams did try the screens, or versions of the screen, a couple of times vs. Packers but without success.
by jthomas 3:33 PM

6 weeks into the season, the Rams are in second place and 2-0 within the division, with the easy part of the schedule up ahead. Sounds great, doesn’t it?
by optimist 3:33 PM

Yes, and Santa Claus is coming to town!
by jthomas 3:34 PM

Jim, a few weeks ago this game looked like a W for us. Now I’m really thinking it might go the other way. Our O line shouldn’t improve with a back up right? Predict the score please.
by Cutman 3:34 PM

Rams 27, Browns 20.
by jthomas 3:34 PM

You stated you didn’t think Bradford is up to par yet, but in your opinion got the best of the QB swap, Rams or Eagles?
by Don 3:35 PM

Too early to tell. We need at least one season, don’t you think?
by jthomas 3:35 PM

JT if the nfl tells the rams to stay do you see a change in ownership there has been rumor of buyers for the rams
by conner 3:35 PM

Given his track record, it’s hard for me to see Kroenke as a seller.
by jthomas 3:36 PM

I am a Season Ticket holder and registered for the Town Hall next week, if I get a “ticket” and am able to attend. What would you recommend I ask if I get a chance to ask a question? Is there anything that can be said or done at that event that means anything?
by Brett O. 3:36 PM

1.) Will the NFL really follow the relocation guidelines? 2.) How can the league in their right minds say that Stan Kroenke has met the relocation guidelines. 3.) How can the league turn its back on a city/region willing to build a second stadium In 25 years _ doesn’t this set a terrible precedent? 4.) Should an NFL owner be allowed to move just because he wants to enrich himself? 5.) What makes the NFL think LA will support two teams, or even one? . . . .Those are a view for starters.
by jthomas 3:41 PM

In your opinion, if you were on the opposing team and you had one person on the Rams defense that you would not want to be tackled by, who would that be. Not who can hit you the hardest, but tackles the hardest.
by Bob Hruby 3:43 PM

I’d still say Barron or McDonald.
by jthomas 3:44 PM

I feel like this town hall meeting has as much chance of changing things as political bumper stickers change voting habits.
by Bob 3:46 PM

You’re probably right.
by jthomas 3:46 PM

Ok, do you think the NFL will not all the “REAL” tough questions to be asked?
by Tim 3:46 PM

I don’t think they can censor the questioners.
by jthomas 3:48 PM

What gives? You answer all of Bob Hruby’s questions, and none of mine! Do I need to include a wedding picture next to my name too?
by Jeff in LA 3:48 PM

Whah! Whah! Whah! 15-yard penalty for whining.
by jthomas 3:49 PM

In the spirit of Halloween, what is jthomas1’s favorite scary flick?
by Jim Beam 3:49 PM

I’m scared of scary movies. Still gotta be the Exorcist.
by jthomas 3:50 PM

What is your over under for attendance at this weeks game? By attendance I mean actual butts in seats. Thanks JT
by Vern 3:50 PM

I’m gonna say high 30s.
by jthomas 3:51 PM

In the Green Bay game, was there a designated player to track Rodgers? I thought he was pressured nicely but most of the time he got away.
by Rudy 3:51 PM

Yeah, but when Aaron Rodgers is Green Bay’s leading rusher, your defense has had a pretty good day.
by jthomas 3:52 PM

Awesome answer, thanks!
by Jeff in LA 3:52 PM

Are we happy now? 🙂
by jthomas 3:52 PM

They may not be able to sensor the questioners, but they can PLANT some FAVORABLE ones!
by Tim 3:52 PM

Oliver Stone, I didn’t know you took part in these chats. Welcome.
by jthomas 3:53 PM

Last week Givens had 2 catches, 18 yards for the Ravens. Is it about what you expected the ex-Ram to produce? Seemed like a great opportunity for him.
by Uncle Leo 3:53 PM

As someone new to that team, obviously he’s still learning the offense. I do think it’s a very good opportunity for him.
by jthomas 3:54 PM

Is it possible Manziel gets suspended before Sunday?
by Tom 3:54 PM

Don’t think it’ll happen that fast.
by jthomas 3:55 PM

“You can’t handle the truth!”
by Tim 3:55 PM

Oh boy. . . .
by jthomas 3:55 PM

JT has the defense been giving the offence any sideways glances yet
by Up North 3:55 PM

Not yet.
by jthomas 3:55 PM

Do you get a sense the “league” has already determined who they’d like to lead the return to LA charge but don’t know how to sell it to the public yet?
by sphincter 3:55 PM

No. I think the dilemma is that they don’t see one “magical” solution at this point _ one that makes most everybody happy.
by jthomas 3:55 PM

Let me try this again – LEAVE “most happy” aside!
Do you get a sense the “league” has already determined who they’d like to lead the return to LA charge but don’t know how to sell it to the public yet?
by sphincter 3:59 PM

No.
by jthomas 4:00 PM

Does Trey Watts get some touches this week?
by Uncle Leo 4:00 PM

He’s on the practice squad.
by jthomas 4:00 PM

Sent this to grubman yesterday using the link in the PD story. Just pasted it into the chat.
by BC 4:00 PM

OK, that explains it.
by jthomas 4:00 PM

Did I read that right…a new stadium could be built and Kroenke can choose to NOT play in it?
by Ramathorn 4:01 PM

No stadium will be built in St. Louis unless there is a team to play in it.
by jthomas 4:02 PM

Do you think the “league” will grant a relocation to LA? within a year? regardless to who is not happy?
by sphincter 4:03 PM

Yes.
by jthomas 4:03 PM

I think the only magical solution would be to expand to LA and London but that would deplete the talent pool that is already strained. Face it you can not come up with 32 decent starting QBs now
by Up North 4:03 PM

Myself, I think expansion would be the best solution.
by jthomas 4:03 PM

During the off week do the quarterbacks sharpen there game and look at film
by Marty 4:04 PM

Yes.
by jthomas 4:04 PM

When Stan Kroenke looks at his St. Louis Rams income statement at the end of the year, is the last number red or black?
by Jim Beam 4:04 PM

It is impossible to lose money in the NFL. Bill Bidwill once bragged that he could make money without selling a single ticket (because of the TV dollars). Kroenke is just making fewer dollars in recent years than when he originally bought into the team.
by jthomas 4:06 PM

Kudos to James Lauranitis. He took a beating earlier in the year by some in this chat thread but has looked revitalized in the last few weeks. Jimbo – isn’t it great to see him blitzing up the middle!
by Brett O. 4:06 PM

I like him as a blitzer.
by jthomas 4:06 PM