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znModeratorBrandon Thorn@BrandonThornNFLThe Rams beefing up their interior OL with this quality of player + cost brings up a fun discussion about the ideal ways to construct an O-line (outside-in or inside-out). KC’s OL now, NO’s OL with Brees are examples of the latter working out very well. This looks like an attempt to replicate that framework. I personally love this path, especially with this personnel/scheme marriage..Also, Havenstein is no slouch and is the leader of the OL. Very smart, dialed in and crafty player. No idea if this will happen, but inserting a LT from this draft class into this lineup/room would be an outstanding landing spot.znModeratorFree Agency Frosty@FrostyTalksFB
Colby Parkinson to LA. Parkinson, 25, 6-7, 251lbs is a TE who was drafted in the 4th Rd (133rd) in the 2020 draft. Mostly lining up inline or in the slot, he is known as an elite run-blocker (ranked 8/83 in PFF). In 2023, he had 25 rec for 247 yards and 2 TDs. Great signing.znModeratorSeahawks free-agent TE Colby Parkinson intends to sign a three-year, $22.5 million deal including $15.5 million guaranteed with the Los Angeles Rams, per sources. Before playing at Stanford, Parkinson attended Oaks Christian School in Westlake Village, California, which is right… pic.twitter.com/Z7h0Hbw0CC
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 11, 2024
znModeratorThe #Rams are signing TE Colby Parkinson to a three-year, $22.5 million deal that includes $15.5M guaranteed, sources tell me and @RapSheet.
If he hits certain performance numbers, Parkinson can void the deal after two years. The deal was negotiated by agent @SteveCaric of… pic.twitter.com/tXIQG8AjGy
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 11, 2024
znModeratorThis would have strong implications of Steve Avila moving to center, where he played at a high level for a time at TCU. https://t.co/D74HvMCVRD
— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) March 11, 2024
znModeratorThe #Rams have agreed to terms with G Jonah Jackson on a three-year, $51 million deal with $34 million guaranteed, sources say.
A big payday for Jackson, who will join the recently re-signed Kevin Dotson as L.A. pours big money into the middle of their offensive line. pic.twitter.com/iADLjj7a2Y
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 11, 2024
znModeratorRams Brothers@RamsBrothersRams’ interior offensive line will be up there with the best in football. Then you bring in a 6’7, 252lb TE who prioritizes run blocking and will have hair flowing out of his helmet… Phew.znModeratorG Jonah Jackson to the #Rams.
I had Jackson ranked at No.11 on my Top 100 free agents. pic.twitter.com/ztu7JH5J2D
— Matt Bowen (@MattBowen41) March 11, 2024
znModeratorThe #Falcons are signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract that includes a $50M signing bonus, per sources.
Another monster payday for Cousins, who gets $100 guaranteed — $90M in 2024 and ‘25, plus another $10M in 2026 — and a fresh start in Atlanta at age 35. pic.twitter.com/NkFNMzSjF5
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 11, 2024
March 11, 2024 at 12:39 pm in reply to: New thread (March): Rams & free agency + trade scenarios #149735znModeratormitch morse signs 2 year 10.5 million dollar contract with jaguars. wonder what this means for shelton. feeling more and more likely that rams draft a center?
Yeah the Morse deal could be a big indication of where things go with the Shelton.
znModeratorFrom @GMFB: Russell Wilson lands with the #Steelers, the #Vikings are still working on Kirk Cousins, and Baker Mayfield stays home. pic.twitter.com/wb3b1oREUb
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 11, 2024
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Russell Wilson is headed to the #Steelers on a 1-year, $1.2M deal.
His stats in 2023:
• 15 games
• 66.4% completion rate
• 3,070 passing yards
• 6.9 yards per attempt, 204.7 yards per game
• 26 pass TDs – 8 INTs
• 98.0 passer rating
• 341 rushing yards, 3 TDs pic.twitter.com/P6Qj6WOL2L— NFL Stats (@NFL_Stats) March 11, 2024
March 11, 2024 at 8:31 am in reply to: New thread (March): Rams & free agency + trade scenarios #149732znModeratorNFL's two-day negotiating period opens today at noon EThttps://t.co/xWxssnX94r pic.twitter.com/v0CFeohh2Z
— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) March 11, 2024
znModeratorCalled it.
The reason they use rape for Israel’s propaganda to justify genocide is:
1) they tested multiple messages to western audiences, especially with liberals and women who were being affected by the footage of genocide in Gaza and were changing their positions.
2) they… https://t.co/u1BL5FsAfp— Firas 🇵🇸 (@FirasPalestine) March 10, 2024
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znModeratorYou think Booms situation will be resolved before the start of FA? [me: ie. Noteboom]
Jourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigue
Yes, because either it’s a restructure or a cutznModeratorMinnesota Vikings free agent Kirk Cousins is likely to sign with the Atlanta Falcons barring a last-minute change. pic.twitter.com/JerwojCD0Z
— NFL Rumors (@nflrums) March 10, 2024
znModeratorMost tackles for loss since 2021:
Maxx Crosby – 58
Nick Bosa – 56
Myles Garrett – 52
Micah Parsons – 51
TJ Watt – 48
Brian Burns – 46
Aaron Donald – 45
Danielle Hunter – 41
Josh Allen – 40
Khalil Mack – 39— NFL Stats (@NFL_Stats) March 10, 2024
znModeratorIan Rapoport@RapSheetAll-Pro and Pro Bowl LB Bobby Wagner is expected to test the market, and it’s currently viewed as unlikely that he returns to the #Seahawks, source said. Coming off a career-high 183 tackles, Wagner joins a talented off-the-ball LB group in free agency.znModeratorFrom https://www.lafbnetwork.com/grade-los-angeles-rams-kevin-dotson-signing/
Matt Miller, NFL analyst, is grading many of the free agency moves for ESPN. The Los Angeles Rams made their first big move in free agency when they re-signed Kevin Dotson to a Three-year, $48 million contract with $32 million guaranteed.
Miller largely praised the move, writing
Kevin Dotson Contract Grade: B
The Rams are back to building through the draft and smart free agent signings, like this one, after years of ring chasing by acquiring pricey veterans via trades and free agency. Dotson is the type of cornerstone linemen savvy teams acquire for cheap and re-sign at market value contracts. Instead of going after an [Michael] Onwenu-type player, the Rams stay in-house with an ascending veteran who proved his worth in 2023.March 9, 2024 at 8:54 pm in reply to: “the draft” thread … ie. not “the Rams draft” thread … #149720znModeratorReally interesting list.. The first WR off the board isn’t a lock to emerge as a star or a legit WR1.. Makes the debate regarding the top WR in 2024 more interesting when looking at Harrison, Odunze and Nabers.. #NFLDraft2024 https://t.co/9oz0PIUUSu
— Bucky Brooks (@BuckyBrooks) March 9, 2024
znModeratorIMO, as the game evolved & freak athletes playing D-End/Edge Rusher became the norm, it ushered a heavier use of shotgun.
Kurt Warner@kurt13warnerJust curious how it buys them time? The throws aren’t quicker? They don’t get deeper with drops? And there is no possibility of them setting up within 5 of LOS to maybe keep DE off-balance? Ball isn’t in their hands quicker to get ball out quicker?.Only thing I would say is it gives you a head start from interior pressure!.There are unique elements to being under center that every team should have access to (Short Yardage, Play action, Different run angles, RBs getting downhill not sideways)…Timing of routes are still connected to drops from under center so develops a timing for QBs that gun QBs struggle withGun can lead to lazy/slow footwork that doesn’t lend itself to getting loaded and ready as a QB, so leads to playing slower & having to play catch-up more! All can be taught and adjusted to a degree but lots more elements that can lead to issues!!!.Can’t read the D without ball in your hands so I felt I could read faster from under center bc eyes are on D right away!March 9, 2024 at 6:26 pm in reply to: New thread (March): Rams & free agency + trade scenarios #149718znModeratorNeed a RB this offseason?
The top available backs in free agency and the draft:https://t.co/uE79d1ivQg
— PFF (@PFF) March 9, 2024
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BEST 2024 NFL FREE AGENTS
- Saquon Barkley (No. 30 in PFF’s Free Agency Rankings)
- Josh Jacobs (31)
- Derrick Henry (32)
- Tony Pollard (56)
- Austin Ekeler (57)
- D’Andre Swift (104)
- J.K. Dobbins (129)
- Devin Singletary (130)
- Gus Edwards (131)
- AJ Dillon (134)
The 2024 NFL offseason is something of a referendum on the value of running backs in today’s game. The Giants didn’t place the franchise tag on Saquon Barkley, so he will hit the open market, along with potentially Josh Jacobs from the Raiders.
That duo represents a pair of elite running backs in their prime. Neither player is older than 27, and each has demonstrated elite NFL play at various points in their career and is an every-down weapon.
The problem is each has also shown seasons where none of it mattered because the situation around them was bad enough that they simply couldn’t move the needle. In the past, each would have broken the bank, but it will be interesting to see what their contracts end up being this year.
Derrick Henry is a different case. Almost 30 years old, Henry is a walking red flag in terms of the perils of paying an NFL running back big money. He has more mileage on the clock than any other back in the league when you factor in his college and high school careers, and yet he has always been an exception in the NFL. Some team will likely pay him a solid contract for a couple of years and gamble that he will remain a unicorn to whom the “rules” simply don’t apply.
Tony Pollard and Austin Ekeler are both players coming off seasons that did not enhance their value, but can each be extremely an effective weapon and may represent an excellent buy-low opportunity.
znModeratorTop 10 QBs according to Pro Football Network:
1) Patrick Mahomes
2) Lamar Jackson
3) Joe Burrow
4) Josh Allen
5) Justin Herbert
6) Dak Prescott
7) Brock Purdy
8) CJ Stroud
9) Matthew Stafford
10) Aaron Rodgers pic.twitter.com/OmCCSo70ZM— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) March 9, 2024
March 9, 2024 at 5:37 pm in reply to: New thread (March): Rams & free agency + trade scenarios #149716znModeratorTwo EDGE guys are potentially available for trade that the Rams should be making calls on. Haason Reddick and Brian Burns.
Reddick likely an easier get. Pairs perfectly opposite of Young as a speed rusher type.
— Blaine Grisak 💭 (@bgrisakTST) March 9, 2024
znModeratorRams are tied with the Bills, Cardinals, 49ers and Packers for most total picks entering the 2024 NFL Draft with 11 https://t.co/Rnc6uOSwIL
— Stu Jackson (@StuJRams) March 9, 2024
znModeratorGood thing Rams D line coach is the Chargers from this past year https://t.co/hK8izRCHEa
— HoldenCantor (@HoldenCantor) March 9, 2024
znModeratorTony Horne with a 97-yard kick return for a touchdown at the Trans World Dome against the Niners. (1999) #STLRams pic.twitter.com/uWSqTJGF5m
— St. Louis Rams History (@STLRamsHistory) March 9, 2024
znModeratorTypo aside more on that situation here from this story https://t.co/ry7Lt0Ieww pic.twitter.com/W6HcxzDcG6
— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) March 8, 2024
znModeratorJourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigueThe Rams have about $29 in cap space and more in functional space pending a potential Noteboom pay restructure or release..The second I sent it I was like, sigh … MILLIONznModeratorLondon Fletcher holds the #NFL record for the most consecutive starts by a LB with 221 including playoffs. pic.twitter.com/KiWjUoZLt3
— NFL Stats (@NFL_Stats) March 8, 2024
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