Alyo thanks for posting ...great stuff.
On Kiser it is difficult to know were the Rams thinking and evaluation is on Kiser. He played well on ST but they seem him in practice everyday and have a good idea if he is ready or not. I do think if they think he is ready that it makes cutting Barron easier knowing they have his replacement already on the roster. I think if Barron is cut that signals they think Kiser is ready for full time duty MLB.
I agree there is a high probability of trading down and adding another 3. It seems like there will be multiple good prospects at the edge or DT sliding into the upper half of round 2 that fits the Rams needs. I think free agency may impact where we go with this pick but one of the edge guys or a DT would seem to be the logical choice.
I think you can probably get Rypien in round 4 or even 5 but I do agree that we need a new backup QB. Not sure the draft is the best place to go. I like the kid from NC State Finley who may not have Rypien's arm but may is very accurate and may be a bit more pro ready.
I hate to say it be I think your worries over Safford are well founded and I think he a goner. While I think Noteboom takes over for him I do see drafting a OL prospect in round 3 highly likely. I would also look at the tackle prospects that may be able to play guard but agree this is probably going to be a place to spend draft capital.