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August 18, 2021 at 2:42 pm #131575znModerator
Jourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigue
Stafford and Rams ones had a nice RZ 7on7 period (pretty sideline ball to Jefferson; TDs to Kupp and Higbee). Struggled in full field 11on11 and had a tipped ball meant for Woods picked.Rochell dove to pick Mariota, and Carr hit Remfrow on a slick out and up explosive.
Latter play was Ramsey’s side but I think someone was supposed to bump over up top. I was watching from opposite field and there is no replay so not totally certain – but Ramsey is playing close to LOS today so imagine that may be the case.
August 18, 2021 at 3:50 pm #131579znModeratorJourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigue
Sean McVay says “Leonard Floyd is gonna be OK” and they were just just being extra cautious by holding him out today.Sean McVay seemed frustrated with the “sloppy” feel of practice due to the starts and stops in action based on after-whistle extracurriculars. He and Gruden and some other coaches spoke about it for awhile after practice because both teams want to get some quality work in.
McVay was speaking about both teams initiating some of these things, FWIW
Couple reminders based on questions in mentions: No tackling to the ground. May as well not be a pass rush because no contact on QBs. Hard to eval run game or the end moments of some coverage concepts on both sides because of that. Fields split so we all are doing our best.
Stafford said they installed some new things today and dictated some new looks, and he wanted to try the throw out with them and is glad he made the mistakes in practice; however he added that the picks were on him and he needs to correct those things moving forward.
Saw three interceptions of Stafford by Raiders first-team defense when they got to full-field work, including one from former Ram Littleton, following successful red period. Wonder how McVay will feel about the workday from both offense and defense. He’ll speak shortly.
Long conversation post practice between McVay, Gruden and a couple other coaches around midfield.
Stafford attempted a deep shot to Desean Jackson, who was matched up with Johnathan Abram. Abram got his head turned around late and was able to force the incompletion even though Jackson had a step on him. There was some contact, but there was no flag thrown.
At least 2 air explosives against the Rams secondary today; this latest was Ruggs for a TD…Think Burgess one of the DBs and could not see the other from my place on the far field.
Things tense on this side as Woods takes a tough hit over the top and ball falls incomplete.
Woods is fine; appeared from my distance to be frustrated w the nature of the hit angle which is why things were tense
Looked like Travin Howard nearly came away with it
Mariota with another INT dropped
Another scrum. Incognito in the middle of this one as both sidelines run on field.
Stafford and Rams ones had a nice RZ 7on7 period (pretty sideline ball to Jefferson; TDs to Kupp and Higbee). Struggled in full field 11on11 and had a tipped ball meant for Woods picked.
Rochell dove to pick Mariota, and Carr hit Remfrow on a slick out and up explosive.
Fight No.2, Raiders offense Rams defense getting chippy out here.
Latter play was Ramsey’s side but I think someone was supposed to bump over up top. I was watching from opposite field and there is no replay so not totally certain – but Ramsey is playing close to LOS today so imagine that may be the case.
We have a scuffle during special teams phase. Started with a couple guys near Raiders sideline on punt coverage play, then sidelines partially cleared. Joe DeCamillis dove into it.
We had a bit of a CA-version downpour a few minutes ago so sorry for the lack of updates – one thing to keep an eye on is Anchrum walking off the field w team doctor.
Leonard Floyd is not dressed out today, but is able to be on the field w teammates and has no visible brace or tape on that ankle. Also is an Asic’s running shoes guy, a comfort level I respect.
CB Darious Williams is practicing. Red non-contact jersey and club for CB Robert Rochell. Nick Scott, Trishton Jackson, Terrell Lewis working out on the bikes this morning. I don’t see Leonard Floyd (ankle) yet this morning, so that situation merits followup. Lawler likely sub.
August 18, 2021 at 6:59 pm #131582znModerator10 Observations from Rams’ first joint practice with Raiders
Stu Jackson
https://www.therams.com/news/10-observations-rams-first-joint-practice-with-raiders
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. – The Rams held their first of two joint practices with the Raiders on Wednesday, a session which featured an aggressive approach by quarterback Matthew Stafford and activity from cornerback Robert Rochell, linebacker Travin Howard, outside linebacker Justin Hollins, and safety Taylor Rapp against the Raiders’ passing attack.
Staff writer Stu Jackson shares 10 Observations from the session:
1) Cornerback Robert Rochell registers interception: The rookie out of Central Arkansas made an impressive interception during 11-on-11 team drills, picking off Raiders quarterback Marcus Mariota near the sideline and running it all the way back for a touchdown.
2) Quarterback Matthew Stafford sharp in 7-on-7 redzone period: During that segment, Stafford connect with wide receiver Cooper Kupp and tight end Tyler Higbee for touchdowns.
3) Aggressive throws: While Stafford threw three interceptions during 11-on-11 team drills against the Raiders’ first-team defense, the 13-year veteran said after Wednesday’s practice that it was a product of wanting to rep some new things the Rams’ offense was installing. Stafford acknowledged those mistakes need to be corrected, but Rams head coach Sean McVay said he appreciated that approach to trying things out. McVay also said one of the picks was a “good, aggressive decision” while the other two were tipped passes that “didn’t have anything to do with him.”
4) Centers hold their own in 1-on-1s: Brian Allen and Coleman Shelton both repped well going against the Raiders defensive line during the 1-on-1 drills.
5) Near-pick by linebacker Travin Howard: During 11-on-11 drills, Howard almost made an interception on a pass by Mariota.
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From the Podium: Sean McVay, Kevin O’Connell, Raheem Morris share final takeaways from preseason opener, look ahead to joint practices with Raiders6) Linebacker Justin Hollins and safety Taylor Rapp active: The 6-foot-5 Hollins used his length to break up a short pass by Raiders quarterback Derek Carr, while Rapp closed quickly on another Carr pass to deliver a “thud” tackle and prevent the completion.
7) Offensive lineman Tremayne Anchrum Jr. exits practice due to allergic reaction: Anchrum was unable to finish Wednesday’s practice, which McVay later said was because of an allergic reaction to something he ate earlier.
8) Outside linebacker Leonard Floyd does not practice as a precautionary move: After exiting Monday’s practice with an ankle injury, Floyd did not participate in Wednesday’s joint practice with the Raiders, but that decision was just a precautionary measure, according to McVay. “He’s going to be okay,” McVay said after Monday’s practice.
9) Extra work: Rams offensive lineman Bobby Evans took time after Wednesday’s practice to receive pointers from Austin Corbett and Joe Noteboom.
10) Reunited: Before the Raiders’ buses departed, linebacker Cory Littleton – who played his first four NFL seasons for the Rams before signing with the Raiders last offseason – spent some time catching up with Howard, Rams defensive line coach/run game coordinator Eric Henderson and Rams linebackers coach Chris Shula.
August 19, 2021 at 2:09 am #131586znModerator🚨 Dime Alert 🚨
Stafford ➡️ @CooperKupp pic.twitter.com/zUz9vEEXxF
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) August 18, 2021
August 19, 2021 at 10:03 pm #131597znModerator#Raiders coach Jon Gruden said the fight to end practice was "sickening…it was two guys in a special teams period and then it was a lot of trash talking that escalated…just stupidity. I'm done with that. Its just child's play." pic.twitter.com/EQwqLT1GhK
— Paul Gutierrez (@PGutierrezESPN) August 19, 2021
August 20, 2021 at 12:47 am #131600AgamemnonParticipant🚨 Dime Alert 🚨
Stafford ➡️ @CooperKupp pic.twitter.com/zUz9vEEXxF
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) August 18, 2021
August 21, 2021 at 7:54 pm #131628AgamemnonParticipantRaiders-Rams intense joint practices, Injury Updates & Thoughts from Preseason Game #1 vs Seattle
They are joined by The Athletic Rams writer Jourdan Rodrigue to break down the crazy joint practices between the Raiders and Rams down in LA.
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