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  • in reply to: new thread (March): Rams draft #149907
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    When FA started I was hoping that the Rams would prioritize an edge rusher. Perhaps they still pick up some veteran help there, but I doubt that they have the cap space to make a big splash there at this point. So I am now assuming they are all in on an edge rusher in the first round of the draft, even if that means moving up to get the guy they want. A first round rookie contract with an option for a 5th year is probably more manageable than paying bigger money for a vet like Hunter (I don’t know what Houston paid him).  Anyway, an edge rusher remains a big need in my mind followed by kicker and backup qb.

    On another note, given the supposed depth at qb in this draft I would not be the least bit disappointed if the Rams took a one in the first round. It wouldn’t help much this year and I understand why some fans might hate such a pick, but it I’d love to see some kind of succession plan for life after Stafford.

    in reply to: Rams signings as free agency starts #149887
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    The #Rams freed up about $9.2M in cap room with a restructure of Aaron Donald’s contract

    https://x.com/Jason_OTC/status/1768616958700753326?s=20

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    in reply to: Rams signings as free agency starts #149812
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    Happy with the moves thus far. I remain concerned about what the plan is at kicker, edge rusher and another LB to pair with or back up Jones. I also have little faith in Jonah Williams. Can’t fix it all in the first two days of legal tampering I guess.

    in reply to: Canada Ram! & others: a board quirk on posting tweets #149809
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    Got it. Thanks.

    in reply to: Canada Ram! & others: a board quirk on posting tweets #149806
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    I remembered something about this with my post and I posted it without any comment to start and it only came up as a link. As you can see, I edited afterwards adding the comment and nothing changed. However, on my first post I may have hit return a few times moving the link downward on the page. Could that have caused it to come up as a link only ?

    in reply to: Rams signings as free agency starts #149784
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    Ian Rapoport@RapSheet
    Former #Jaguars CB Darious Williams is finalizing a deal to play for the #Rams, sources say, the place where he won a Super Bowl. It’s expected to be a three-year.

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    in reply to: Rams signings as free agency starts #149754
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    I’m not surprised that the Rams are picking up TE in FA, but I am surprised that they jumped on one so early in the process.

    I liked Avila at guard, hopefully the move to centre is a smooth one. I know he played well at that position in college, but this move still worries me a little.

    I can’t help but think that they’re going to find another RB to pair with Williams. Just curious to see if it happens in free agency or in the draft. I wonder how they feel about Zach Evans?

    in reply to: Dotson deal done, Demoff delightedly declares #149689
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    I’m glad the Rams were flexible with this. Usually they are about as likely to pay a guard as they are to pay a safety.

     

    Yeah, I had pretty much written off Dotson returning to the Rams as soon the reports came out that he’d be testing the market. So glad that he’s back. I wonder what’s going to happen with Shelton.

    in reply to: around the league tweets etc. … starting 2/5 #149572
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    49ers’ Kyle Shanahan interviews Brandon Staley, Nick Sorensen for defensive coordinator job. 

    Nick Sorensen… Sunshine? That Nick Sorensen?

     

    in reply to: Rams 2024 Free Agency and Draft #149514
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    Keeping Robinson pleases me.

    in reply to: super bowl reactions … during & after #149349
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    The ending was orgasmic.

    in reply to: Rams new DC #149164
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    McVay has done a good job when it comes to hiring his DC’s. Hopefully Shula is a continuation of that record.

    in reply to: Falcons hire Raheem & Zac #149013
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    Good for him. I love the compensatory third rounders.

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    Morris to be the Falcons HC. Compensatory 3rd round picks for the Rams in each of the next two drafts.

    in reply to: our reactions to the Lions game #148751
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    Tough to overcome all those no calls against Detroit. Listening to PFT Live right now and Chris Simms and Florio are spending a decent amount of time talking about the majority of calls going in favour of the Lions. Spent a lot of time on the how the ref didn’t call roughing the passer on the Lions when Stafford was hit by the entire defensive line.   For me it is cathartic to hear this.

    Anyway, it was  good game. Morris does a great job making adjustments after halftime. We saw it last night, and we saw it all year. At the time I was disappointed that Kyren Williams wasn’t involved inside the ten on the Rams first drive that ended in a FG. In retrospect, the Lions were strong against the run all night so perhaps nothing would have happened there. Although, Williams has had great results in the screen game deep in the redzone.

    Moving forward I am excited to see upgrades in the secondary. It would also be nice to see Hoecht and Jonah Williams replaced. Another threat at wide receiver might be needed if Kupp has some sort of long term injury. Fun season.

    in reply to: Rams coaches in the hiring market #148692
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    Wow. Interesting to see Demoff engage with a fan on social media like that. It is a great response but I’m surprised nevertheless.

    in reply to: who wins? your prediction #148691
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    The playoffs are where glaring weaknesses  get exposed. I think the Rams problems in the secondary are going to be an issue.  The Lions offensive line is good. The Rams pass rush isn’t good enough to consistently win battles leaving the shaky secondary vulnerable. Goff, Brown, LaPorta and Reynolds will have big games. The lions have a solid ground attack to balance things out. Don’t get me started on the Rams ST issues. These problems will show up at least once.

    The Lions problems defending the pass are well documented but I don’t see it as being a big enough issue for the Rams to overcome in a hostile environment. Lions win 34 – 17.

    in reply to: our reactions to the SF game #148387
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    I’m unclear about how the rest of you feel about the Niners but I can’t stand them. So my reaction is one of pure joy. To see Johnson and Turner pressure Darnold into that final turnover was a thing of beauty. Long live the young guys. There has to be some unsigned kicker who can hit extra points. Sam Ficken? Somebody. Good performance by Wentz. Clutch moments by Yeast in the 4th quarter. Maybe a little lucky, but clutch nonetheless.  Ten wins? Holy shit.  I’m glad this isn’t a board where people bring up past predictions and hold them against you. Bring on the playoffs.

    in reply to: Setting up the SF game … w/ broadcast map #148295
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    I guess Jones is a load bearing wall now.

    in reply to: Baldinger on Wms #148282
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    Kupp’s blocking is fantastic.

    in reply to: Setting up the SF game … w/ broadcast map #148234
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    The Rams won’t be favourites regardless of who they play in the WC round, but I would much rather they play the Lions than the Cowboys. I hadn’t even considered that they would rest any healthy players vs. the Niners.

    in reply to: Rams tweets … 12/29 – 1/1 #148220
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    Sorry, zn. I now  see that you posted that Breer article in the Rams Reset thread.

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    in reply to: Rams waived Lucas Havirsik #148190
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    Were I a jersey buyer/wearer I would get a number 8 jersey with Imperfect Scenario on the back.

    in reply to: Rams waived Lucas Havirsik #148181
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    Maher doesn’t make me feel much better, but at this point in the season I guess it makes sense.

    in reply to: Kobie Turner #148177
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    Enh. I’ve seen all this too many times now. Somebody doing really well on a line with Aaron Donald. I dunno how good Turner really is. He’s certainly played well, and he’s ‘solid’ and he was a great draft pick. But more than that, I dunno. w v

     

    This is undeniably true and it does make me wonder as well. However, there have been enough lineman who have not made had similar success while playing beside Donald. Suh for example had 4.5 sacks in 2018. I’m not sure how his role under  Wade Phillips compared to what Turner is doing for Morris though. Probably not fair to compare guys like Brockers, Robinson, Gaines and Joseph-Day as they are different body types and different players. No doubt Leonard Floyd and Donte Fowler benefited. Although Floyd is having a decent season in Buffalo this year.  Turner may not show as well once Donald retires, but I am thrilled with how well he has played as a rookie.

    in reply to: Rams waived Lucas Havirsik #148169
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    I was curious about Ethan Evans. In 2022 while playing for Wingate he made 10 out of 18 field goal attempts with a long of 41 yards.  I’d rather they bring back Lansford.

    in reply to: Wild Card race #148126
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    Rams clinch playoff spot with a week to go. Thanks Pittsburgh.

    Unbelievable.  Cyber hugs and pie for everyone.

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    in reply to: our reactions to the Giants game #148120
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    And another thing again…3 TD’s from Kyren! I love that guy.

    in reply to: our reactions to the Giants game #148116
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    Another thing (albeit an obvious thing), for the Rams to have any hope having a winning season they needed big moments from rookies. Today Kobie Turner had 2.5 sacks and Puka had 118 yards receiving and a great run for a first down.  Those were two picks that I was excited about back in April, but I had no clue they’d have the types of years that they are having. This really has to be the best rookie class the Rams have ever had. Hope all of their careers are long ones.

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