Rams tweets … 8/21 thru 8/25

Jourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigue
Matt Gay is down on the field lightly warming up a few punts, by the way. He last punted in a game in college, I believe. He also handles kickoffs and kicks. But the Rams need to still figure out who is going to hold for him on XPs and FGs, if those even happen tonight.

Rams Brothers@RamsBrothers
Jalen Ramsey on his role in Raheem Morris’ defense this season:

“This is the first year that I’m going to show the world who I truly am”

The Rams have to trim their roster down to 80 players by tomorrow. Here are the 5 guys I think could be cut https://t.co/dswUmN7FC8

— Cameron DaSilva (@camdasilva) August 23, 2021

Adam Schefter@AdamSchefter
Darrell Henderson mildly sprained his thumb and is expected to be ready for the regular-season opener vs. the Bears, per source.

Chuck Foolery@Machwon46
Chris Garrett is making the headlines, but I’m really liking what I’m seeing from Jonah Williams as well. Looks like he could be the Morgan Fox replacement. He’ll probably make the PS this year and be ready to fight for an active role next year, imo.

Jourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigue
ILB Ernest Jones is getting some opportunities alongside ILB Kenny Young in some two-ILB sets in 11-on-11s today, and that is notable

Starting two-set so far has emerged as Young and Reeder, with Young really finding his way as the solo in a 5-1 or 6-1, as previously reported. But Jones getting in there for some tandem reps is pretty interesting IMO. Has just kept putting good days together.

got a great quote from Raheem Morris on Jalen Ramsey: “He’s one of those guys who can go anywhere – outside, inside, OLB…It wouldn’t shock me if he could play a snap of 3-technique, the way he’s going. He’s just that type of a special player.”

Obo Okoronkwo has a stinger per McVay, who gestured to his shoulder. Leonard Floyd is getting more rest because they want to be careful about his ankle.

I would say DL Hoecht stood out today during pass-rush period. Best rep against Corbett.

More great news for the Rams: Nick Scott (knee) has a large hard brace around his knee but also is dressed for practice and has his helmet. We will see how much he is able to participate but this keeps him on pace for week 1.

Leonard Floyd, Tremayne Anchrum and Tutu Atwell are all back and will practice today. Still a red non-contact jersey for Robert Rochell but he will practice

Jourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigue
I think that, if both players can stay healthy, Michel and Henderson could be a good complementary tandem (key word being complementary). Maximizing Henderson’s availability has been the goal, and complementary carry approach *could* achieve that for both.

Les Snead currently reiterating complementary, evolving role for Michel on the call. Adds that the Rams aren’t really gonna look at this in terms of “starter” so that further reiterates the likelihood this becomes a tandem based on situation, skill set and obviously availability.

Stu Jackson@StuJRams
Rams GM Les Snead said RB Sony Michel brings a “flavor, genre” that the Rams don’t currently have. Likes how Michel goes “north to south with force.”

GM Les Snead on acquiring RB Sony Michel, “We identified as being right for many reasons.” Pointed to Michel’s experience carrying the ball in big moments in big games. “He was someone we were eyeing from the start.”

Rams Wire@TheRamsWire
The Rams cleared a spot for Sony Michel by waiving Steven Wirtel, which means Matthew Orzech will be the long snapper.

Rams Brothers@RamsBrothers
Hard to believe, but true: Matthew Stafford’s team has averaged 92.7 rush yards per game, which is the lowest of any QB since 1966 with at least 125 starts.

Can’t see this backfield dipping below that number with the addition of Michel. Would be a drop of 34 yards per game.

John Lavallo@johnlavallo
Stafford has also had ONE Top-20 rushing attack in his career (2013, #17 so barely top-20 at that) and 12 100 yard rushers. In his CAREER. He is 11-1 in those games