Dead,

Thanks for everything you do on the draft. I have not been posting much lately but I read all of your posts and they are great. Again thank you.

I think Snead and those geeks he has working in the back room have a different data set on playing speed and performance that is kept top secret. I can understand them not taking a OL and Tutu will be fun to watch, I hope. I admit I am still suffering from the disaster Austin was. At least we didn't trade up like we did for Austin. Lets hope he can return punts where he doesn't really have any experience.

Jones seems to be their kind of guy for one of the ILB. Kiser probably gone after this year and they need a replacement. A geek squad pick

The DL choices do hint at Morris looking for something different than just a 3/4 defense. That will be an interesting development.

Rochell seems like he has a great physical package and production at a lower level. Interesting to see how fast they can coach him up.

Harris: I guess I am a sucker for his potential. 4.39 40?, great size and hands. Great special teamer. Seems like he is a guy they can develop.

You hit the nail on the head with ST. When there is a 30 or 40% chance of a 4 rounder or later making the team it makes sense to get some players that can contribute right away and let your player development work on maturing them to take over as a position player in a year or two. Snead has done a good job on finding talent in the later rounds that McVay can coach up.

What I find interesting to think about is that the Rams have a specific plan for each of these players. And based on these choices it would seem to give us just a little insight into what the Rams are planning for next year. Almost all these guys are drafted as depth pieces to be used on special teams this year. Maybe Tutu gets a package and returns punts. And Jones is probably ready to play if Kizer or Reeder gets hurt. Brown maybe can get in on a goal line defense and maybe make a rotation spot on DL and I guess Rockhell has a chance to beat out Long who has been a disappointment.

Anyway thanks again and stay positive. Heck this draft even has 43 scratching his head.