Here is my take as of early May, so take it fwiw…
Atwell will be 4th WR early on, at best, and consequently will get fewer snaps than a ‘normal’ 2nd rounder in his second season.
If OBJ is signed then come November Jefferson will drop to 4th and Atwell to 5th WR. We’re talking Witness Protection territory now.
That’s my BEST case scenario for Atwell. Hardly what Rams are accustomed to from a pick at 57 from Snead/McVay.
Let’s don’t forget that at one point last year McVay expressed some frustration with Atwell’s game prep and focus. This is unheard of from McVay so one can only imagine his frustration.
Atwell was a bust on ST so he won’t be getting snaps there, either.
Honestly, I’m straining to find exactly where Atwell is bringing value to this SB roster and I’m coming up empty. I’m afraid that he might be referred to eventually as ‘McVay’s Folly’.
Nothing personal, just calling it as I see it regarding Atwell.
Carry on.
