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They are really getting after this TE thing]]> ScRAM RamsFootballFans.comSun, 24 May 2026 17:58:16 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241625,1241625#msg-1241625 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241625,1241625#msg-1241625
For instance:

K. Williams.... might become a good 3rd down guy otherwise not enough of anything to be a very good starter

B. Corum....... no wiggle, too slow, quality back-up, will get tough short yardage

K. Turner...... good player, great tape, but too small and too limited athletically to be more than a rotational player

P. Nacua..... ceiling is an average back-up. Likely most valuable as a STs guy.

C. Kupp....... good player but too slow, not quick, can't get separation, average starter at some point

Here's what's funny. All are said to have good tape, and perform well. But, they don't have the NFL standard traits to succeed. Listen to Les and Sean, and this is exactly who they're looking for especially beginning with late round 2 guys. Excellent football players. Consistent. Really good tape. NFL defined Traits are quite secondary.]]> RockRam RamsFootballFans.comSun, 24 May 2026 17:48:43 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?23,1241619,1241619#msg-1241619 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?23,1241619,1241619#msg-1241619www.si.com]]]> BerendsenRam Rams ChroniclesSun, 24 May 2026 16:01:27 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241610,1241610#msg-1241610 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241610,1241610#msg-1241610

I have two 1st rounders ....and pretty darn good ones :sst

Isiah Robertson (10th overall) Linebacker Isiah "Butch" Robertson (Pick 10): Selected out of Southern University, he became the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and was a 4-time First-Team All-Pro during his time with the Rams.


Jack Youngblood (Pick 20): Selected out of Florida, he went on to have a Hall of Fame career as a legendary anchor of the Rams' defense.]]> Rampage2k RamsFootballFans.comSun, 24 May 2026 18:32:52 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?4,1241605,1241605#msg-1241605 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?4,1241605,1241605#msg-1241605 JamesJM Bucky's PubSun, 24 May 2026 16:54:52 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241591,1241591#msg-1241591 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241591,1241591#msg-1241591
Maybe award a 5th or 6th rd pick??? Imo, a team should be rewarded for their losses. It's not easy to replace quality assistants and FO people and still be a winning franchise yet McVay seems to do it every year.

NFL Insider @NFLFrascella
ranks Rams OC Nate Scheelhaase as the 7th-best head coaching candidate for 2027

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For John Lynch to smirk and hold back laughter during a press conference when asked about the Rams drafting Ty Simpson at No. 13 is the absolute definition of throwing stones from a glass house.
The football world hasn’t forgotten that Lynch executed arguably the most disastrous quarterback trade up in modern NFL history. Les Snead and Sean McVay used one actual draft pick—their own No. 13 selection—to secure a quarterback they believe is the future behind a 38-year-old Matthew Stafford. Lynch traded away three first-round picks and a third-round pick for a quarterback who started four games and was off the roster in two years.
A Massive Double Standard
When you look at how the two front offices operate, the criticism of the Rams' pick by anyone in San Francisco falls completely flat:
The Cost of Inaction vs. Overaction: Les Snead didn't sell the farm or compromise the future depth of the roster to get Simpson. If Simpson hits, the Rams seamlessly transition from Stafford to a young, dynamic SEC champion with elite ball security (setting the Alabama record for lowest career interception percentage). If he misses, they lost one mid-first-round pick. Lynch risked the entire structural integrity of the 49ers' roster on Trey Lance.
McVay's Offensive Infrastructure: If there is any coach in the NFL who has earned the benefit of the doubt when evaluating point-guard traits in a quarterback, it’s Sean McVay. Simpson spent his time at Alabama operating in heavy pro-style concepts, showing incredible play-action prowess and maturity by waiting his turn. McVay clearly sees a baseline of processing and technical skill that he can mold over the next two to three seasons.
The Media Reaction
While the media has had a field day with the pick—especially with analysts like Dan Orlovsky aggressively defending it as "the way high-end organizations operate"—the visual of Lynch snickering about an aggressive division rival taking a quarterback prospect is what turned it into a viral joke.
Lynch has built a phenomenal roster in San Francisco, but his track record at evaluating the sport's most important position is entirely buoyed by the luck of a compensatory 7th-round pick. Snead and McVay have won a Lombardi Trophy with their aggressive, conviction-based approach to personnel, and history suggests they know exactly what kind of traits function best in their building.]]> max RamsFootballFans.comSun, 24 May 2026 14:36:51 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?23,1241572,1241572#msg-1241572 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?23,1241572,1241572#msg-1241572 BerendsenRam Rams ChroniclesSun, 24 May 2026 15:52:51 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241571,1241571#msg-1241571 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241571,1241571#msg-1241571
Could have used that pick on a guy who helps you immediately for the next two years in this open SB window. The pick for me still is a totaly head scratcher.

Go Rams!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!]]> dodgerram RamsFootballFans.comSun, 24 May 2026 12:42:52 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241561,1241561#msg-1241561 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241561,1241561#msg-1241561

2 Pros and a Cup of Joe
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1,116 views Premiered May 22, 2026 #NFLNews #AaronRodgers #MatthewStafford
Matthew Stafford cashes in AGAIN with a 1-year extension from the LA Rams and Brady Quinn explains why it’s one of the smartest strategies in today’s QB market. As contracts reset every year, Stafford continues to maximize his value while staying competitive.

LaVar Arrington weighs in on why he trusts Stafford more than Aaron Rodgers right now in the race for another Super Bowl, and what this means for the Rams’ future. Plus, why Sean McVay is making sure not to repeat past mistakes—and why this deal is about more than just money.



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The Los Angeles Rams drafted defensive tackle Tim Keenan III 232nd overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, seeking a big body to clog the middle of the line in a rotational role. Measuring 6-foot-1 and 327 pounds, Keenan can do that if anything.

Opposing team has the ball, fourth-and-one at the Rams' 49-yard line. That could be just the spot for Keenan.

Last year's Day 3 DT pick, Ohio State fifth-rounder Ty Hamilton, did not give the Rams much substance as a rookie, especially against the run. It wasn't a big role - only 138 snaps - but in 2026, Keenan will be coming for his roster spot if Hamilton can't prove he can clog the gaps up front.

Tim Keenan III could give Rams rotational oomph immediately

As a prospect, Keenan arguably has less upside than Hamilton did entering the league a year ago. The Alabama nose tackle received a lower prospect grade and athletic score and is more limited in what he can provide. Listed at 6-foot-3, 303 pounds, Hamilton is more agile in the pass rush. Keenan is almost exclusively suited to play the run.

However, Hamilton's struggles in that area could open the door for Keenan to leapfrog him on the depth chart. In limited reps last season, Hamilton earned a ghastly 29.6 Pro Football Focus grade in run defense. Against the pass, he earned a mark of 49.9. PFF credited him with three total pressures, two quarterback hits, and two stops in 14 games.

That's not a high bar to clear. Keenan won't do much in the pass rush, and there are concerns about his length even against the run, but his sheer mass in the middle could create a niche for him in the Rams' rotation. All he has to do is show he can slow down opposing rushing attacks in short-yardage situations.

The Horns already have Poona Ford locking down the lead role at nose tackle. Tyler Davis is an excellent, versatile backup. What they could use is someone who can give them a few snaps per game in run-heavy scenarios, or step into the rotation temporarily due to injury.

The opportunity should be there. Hamilton earned 10-plus snaps in all but four of his appearances last season. But his projected fourth-round potential didn't show up as a rookie. Now Hamilton's share of playing time is up for grabs between him and Keenan.

Keenan has a size advantage on both Hamilton and Davis, who can slide over to play the three-technique. As a pure nose tackle, he should take inspiration from Ford, a former undrafted free agent who entered the league out of Texas at just 5-foot-11.

While Keenan lacks Ford's disproportionately broad wingspan, he shares similar limitations as a late-draft prospect with physical shortcomings. Ford's 5.60 prospect grade was even lower than Keenan's. Look at him now, PFF's fourth-ranked interior defender last season.

All that to say that Keenan is a worthy challenger to Hamilton for a spot in next season's d-line rotation.
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I assign a numerical value to each game based upon my view of our prospects for winning. The values are as follows (adjusted from previous years given the strength of the Rams' roster):

EXPECTED WIN: 1.0
PROBABLE WIN: .75
TOSS-UP: .50

The total will be rounded up.

Here's my breakdown:

49ers E: 1.0
Giants E: 1.0
@Broncos: T: .5
@Eagles: T: .5
Bills: T: .5
Cardinals E: 1.0
@Raiders E: 1.0
Chargers P: .75
@Commanders E: 1.0
@Cardinals E: 1.0
Packers P: .75
Chiefs P: .75
@49ers T: .5
Cowboys P: .75
@Seahawks T: .5
@Buccaneers P: .75
Seahawks P: .75

Predicted Record 13-4]]> AvengerRam RamsFootballFans.comSat, 23 May 2026 15:53:16 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241477,1241477#msg-1241477 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241477,1241477#msg-1241477
I hope so because pick 13 seems a little high for a QB that will never be a starter. After all, didn't we draft AD at 13 too? Maybe that's a good omen for this young man. I can't wait to see him in preseason!


Ty Simpson Admits He Feels Out of Place in Los Angeles


Sports Illustrated

May 22, 2026 #TySimpson #Rams #LosAngelesRams

SI Staff Writer Gilberto Manzano sits down with Los Angeles Rams rookie QB Ty Simpson at the NFLPA Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles.

Simpson opens up about adjusting to life in LA after Alabama, his first impressions of the Rams organization and what the NFL transition has been like so far. He also talks about gaming, rookie experiences, and why he still feels out of place in Southern California.

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Time Codes:
0:00 Ty Simpson explains why he feels out of place in Los Angeles
0:31 From Alabama to LA and adjusting to Rams life
1:16 Ty Simpson reacts to LA traffic and freeways
1:49 Ty Simpson talks gaming and trying to win an Xbox
2:12 Fortnite, Call of Duty and Ty Simpson’s favorite games
2:42 What Ty Simpson learned at the NFLPA Rookie Premiere
3:21 Why Ty Simpson almost skipped the NFLPA event
3:49 Biggest takeaway from rookie premiere experience
4:05 Ty Simpson on branding and making money off the field
4:38 Sean McVay and the Rams allowing Ty Simpson to attend
5:15 Ty Simpson on learning from Matthew Stafford and Puka Nacua
6:25 Did Ty Simpson know any Rams players before the draft?
6:43 Ty Simpson reacts to the Rams drafting a quarterback
7:25 Ty Simpson talks family, cookouts and settling into LA
7:57 Advice on where Ty Simpson should live in Los Angeles
8:12 Final thoughts



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ESPN LA
75.8K subscribers

May 22, 2026
ESPN Sr. NFL Insider Adam Schefter talks the Rams extending Matthew Stafford, the intention behind signing Ty Simpson, and the status of their pursuit of AJ Brown.



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Then the best story of the offseason: Reggie reveals he flagged Rob Havenstein as a moderate-to-high medical risk at the 2015 combine — and 11 seasons of durability later, that mistake became the foundation of what is now known as the "Rob Havenstein Algorithm".

Plus, Reggie details how the Rams are preparing for the Melbourne trip and a seven-primetime-game schedule — from circadian rhythm management to hydration protocols for a 17+ hour flight — ahead of their matchup against the 49ers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
00:00 – Introduction and Reggie Scott's role overview.
01:21 – Defining the "ecosystem" of sports medicine and performance.
03:50 – The unique physical demands of American football.
04:41 – Three "nuggets" for career longevity: Consistency, toughness, and character.
06:58 – Why trust and relationships are the foundation of medical care.
11:01 – Staying on the front lines of technology and player feedback.
13:00 – The philosophy and synergy with Head Coach Sean McVay.
15:52 – How data and risk profiling have evolved in the NFL Draft.
17:16 – The "Rob Havenstein Algorithm": A story of proving the metrics wrong.
22:48 – Managing the schedule: Circadian rhythms, travel to Melbourne, and recovery hacks.
27:51 – Onboarding rookies: Transitioning from combine training to "football shape."
31:01 – Debunking the "water boy" myth and final wrap-up.





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I love seeing the personal sides of the players and coaches. Something I rarely got to enjoy as a kid growing up an East Coast Rams fan.

I can only imagine having access back then to all the media we have now would've only made my passion for the Rams even greater.

Enjoy. I know I did. :beercan

CBS LA
1.15M subscribers

May 22, 2026
On this episode, CBS LA's Jaime Maggio talks with Head Coach Sean McVay about getting ready for Year 10 with the LA Rams, trying to keep up with his 2 young sons at home, his hobbies away from the football field & a lot more!



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How lucky are we to have this dude as a Ram??? I hope he plays another 5 years and wins 2 more SB's. Imo, Stafford is as good or better than Tom Shady and if Shady can play well as long as he did...so can Matt.


Magic Mind
1.43K subscribers

1,535 views May 18, 2026 #MatthewStafford #MentalPerformance #EliteAthlete
In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Magic Mind founder James Beshara sits down with 2025 MVP Matthew Stafford for one of the most personal and candid conversations the show has featured.

Matthew opens up about the moments in his childhood when he first realized he had something special, from throwing spirals in a neighbor's front yard in 5th grade to getting pulled out of class by his high school coach in 8th grade. From there, the conversation moves into the mental side of elite performance: how Matthew thinks about focus as a genuine superpower, how he manages extraordinary amounts of cognitive and emotional load on game day, and what he would tell his 23-year-old self about leadership, preparation, and playing free.

James and Matthew also go deep on how Matthew's approach to health, nutrition, and daily routine has evolved over 17 years in the league. He shares the specifics of a game week: breakfast, hydration, recovery, the role of his family, and how he mentally powers down after the final whistle. The episode also explores what legacy, longevity, and peak performance look like from the inside, and why Matthew believes his best football may still be ahead of him.




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Some valid questions and points are discussed in this vid. Some of the same have been discussed here as well.

The Simpson "drama" just won't end until the kid gets to play some real NFL football. I hope Simpson turns out to be as good as some say he will/could be. The best case scenario would be having him start after Stafford wins the next 2 SB's!

Anyway, until then, all questions are valid and are worthy of discussing.



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Looking at any other WR or CBs?
Have they had the OTAs yet?]]> ScRAM RamsFootballFans.comSat, 23 May 2026 07:32:24 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241416,1241416#msg-1241416 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241416,1241416#msg-1241416
Since the merger, he’ll be #1.


| **Roman Gabriel** | 1962–1972 | **119** | 74–39–6 |
| **Jim Everett** | 1986–1993 | **105** | 46–59–0 |
| **Marc Bulger** | 2000–2009 | **95** | 41–54–0 |
| **Matthew Stafford** | 2021–2025 | **74** | 46–28–0 |]]> max RamsFootballFans.comFri, 22 May 2026 10:05:12 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?23,1241391,1241391#msg-1241391 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?23,1241391,1241391#msg-1241391 BerendsenRam Rams ChroniclesFri, 22 May 2026 15:41:23 -0400 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241363,1241363#msg-1241363 https://ramsrule.com/herd/read.php?19,1241363,1241363#msg-1241363
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