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August 31, 2019 at 9:25 am #104511znModerator
From last night‘s @NFLTotalAccess: Teams are shopping former first-round picks and starters, which is often a precursor to cutting them. pic.twitter.com/dKGuAC8K1H
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 31, 2019
August 31, 2019 at 10:40 am #104513znModeratorThe #Seahawks are deep in talks to acquire franchise player Jadeveon Clowney from the #Texans, sources tell me and @MikeGarafolo. Clowney has told people he wants to be in Seattle. Still some hoops to jump through, but it’s headed toward him getting his wish.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 31, 2019
August 31, 2019 at 11:23 am #104515znModeratorSunTzu_vs_Camus
I watched Obo all night and they played that boy into the ground…he was exhausted…but still he came on. There were two plays I can think of where Obo forced the QB into another players arms for the sack or forced bad pass. That stuff doesn’t show up on the stats but *can* be just as important as getting a sack.
August 31, 2019 at 12:25 pm #104520PA RamParticipantEeeeek. Seattle just made this a tough divisional battle.
"Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away. " Philip K. Dick
August 31, 2019 at 8:53 pm #104551znModeratorLindsey Thiry@LindseyThiry
The Rams’ ILB group also lacks depth. Cory Littleton is a second-year starter, will play alongside Bryce Hager, who has long been on special teams but will full-time starter for first time. They’re joined by Travin Howard, and rookie Troy Reeder. Micah Kiser on IR.Rams GM Les Snead on Saturday, if there’s been any progress on a contract extension for QB Jared Goff: “Out of respect for Jared and his group, I don’t want to make it public on those things. I do know this, Jared wants to be a Ram for a long time, we want him to be a Ram for a long time and we will continuously try to work to make that happen.
Another takeaway from cut day with the Rams: Special teams coordinator John Fassel is given a HUGE voice in the room as to who fills out the final 4-5 spots on the 53-man roster. If you stand out for him on special teams, you certainly increase your chances of making the cut. (See: LB Troy Reeder, WR Nsimba Webster, OLB Natrez Patrick, S Nick Scott).
The decision to waive DL John Franklin-Myers was the single most surprising move on cut day. Franklin-Myers contributed last season, and through offseason discussions it seemed the organization was looking forward to his development in Year 2. “It’s more of a credit of not what John didn’t do, but what some other players did do,” Sean McVay said. Franklin-Myers had two sacks and a forced fumble last season, and also contributed a sack in the Super Bowl. Several defensive line teammates were optimistic Saturday that Franklin-Myers could return on the practice squad.
August 31, 2019 at 10:08 pm #104554znModeratorToday is @NatrezPatrick_9’s mom’s birthday.
And for her birthday, the UDFA got himself a spot on the 53-man roster. ♥️ pic.twitter.com/ShA8ezp8CM
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) August 31, 2019
August 31, 2019 at 10:10 pm #104555znModerator“I’m just grateful. That’s all.” – @NsimbaWebster
From being undrafted out of @EWUFootball to making the #LARams 53-man roster. pic.twitter.com/rlq6BnZLpk
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) August 31, 2019
September 1, 2019 at 12:43 am #104560znModeratorProFootballTalk@ProFootballTalk
One day altered the landscape of the coming season. Seahawks address a major need with a great player. Chiefs bolster one of their only weaknesses on offense. Texans mortgage the future for a chance to stay relevant. Dolphins tank for Tua. What happens next?September 1, 2019 at 1:39 am #104562znModeratorLos Angeles Rams UK@LARams_UK
“Sean McVay is a genius unless he cuts a player I like”– Rams fans
Keith DeHaas@KeithDeHaas
McVay is a genius and no fan can possibly have the insight he has concerning which players to cut. However, that doesn’t mean he can’t make a mistake.September 1, 2019 at 11:32 am #104565znModeratorhttps://www.therams.com/news/quotes-notes-8-31-continuity-highlights-first-53-man-roster-of-2019
“ You’re sitting in the press box and you’re going ‘Woah, wait, who is (jersey number) 14? Who’s this (WR) Nsimba (Webster) kid?”
– GM Les SneadAccording to Snead, Webster impressed with both his return and coverage skills on special teams.
That versatility, along with maximizing limited reps, ultimately played a big role in Webster securing a spot on the roster despite the Rams’ depth at wide receiver.September 1, 2019 at 12:07 pm #104567znModeratorD’Marco Farr@DMarcoFarr1
Nsimba Webster is the Willie Mays Hayes of the LA Rams except he did it on a championship team!==
McVay, Snead hint Rams aren't done making moves at RB https://t.co/iyhzdeJEf5 via @theramswire
— RamsNewsNow (@RamsNewsNow) September 1, 2019
September 1, 2019 at 1:47 pm #104571znModeratorFive years later and the top 5 picks in the 2014 NFL draft are no longer with their original teams.
(h/t @FieldYates) pic.twitter.com/mmZfz4sPYL
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) September 1, 2019
September 1, 2019 at 1:54 pm #104573znModeratorLindsey Thiry@LindseyThiry
The Rams were not awarded any players on waivers, per source.September 1, 2019 at 4:43 pm #104580znModeratorTom Pelissero@TomPelissero
The #Browns have released left tackle Greg Robinson, but they intend to sign him back, source said. He’s their starter.This is strictly a procedural move by Cleveland. Robinson is not subject to waivers, he’s going to re-sign and he’ll be with them Week 1.
Spotrac@spotrac
The release of Greg Robinson initially clears $6.4M of cap space for the #Browns, who will likely sign him back at a slightly smaller salary after Week 1 to avoid a guarantee.ProFootballTalk@ProFootballTalk
The quick exit of third-rounder Jachai Polite from the Jets included more than $100,000 in fines imposed by the team for tardiness and other infractionSeptember 1, 2019 at 5:02 pm #104581znModeratorHoward Balzer@HBalzer721
Finally, players claimed by position: WR (8); DB (7); RB, TE, OL, DE (4); QB, LB (2); P (1).September 1, 2019 at 5:47 pm #104584znModeratorVincent Bonsignore@VinnyBonsignore
I’m thinking possible that Lawler eventually goes to IR, Kelly to 53. But have to see what recovery time table is on Lawler.#Rams had 5 players claimed off waiver wire today. Only 4 other teams have had 5+ players claimed off initial waiver in the last 20 years
2018 CLV: 5
2013 GB: 5
2010 GB: 5
2010 NE: 6
5 claims is tied for the 2nd highest in last 20 yearsSeptember 1, 2019 at 6:44 pm #104585znModeratorJason_OTC@Jason_OTC
Teams with the most “homegrown” talent on the roster:1. Bengals- 48
2. Ravens- 47
3. Vikings- 46
4. Patriots- Seahawks, Cowboys- 44
7. Packers- 43
8. Falcons, Rams, Chargers- 42 -
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