is that he's a DUMB player. The dude had no awareness, no natural ability to settle into seams in a zone, and no anticipation on the field in real time. He is the perfect example of all measurables and no heart/mind. Good riddance man. Cutting that guy was the biggest single indicator that this offense might actually take a step forward, finally.by merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
Historically he has not hired his offensive staff well. Heimerdinger was his sole "excellent" hire in my estimation. Whether he hit on Boras and Groh remains to be seen, but I do have some high hopes right now.by merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
is the importance of the number of mismatches you have on offense, meaning guys who the defense are concerned with in that they will force mismatches with most defenders and give the opposing offense big plays. Using the GSoT as an example of a top offense, they had four: Faulk, Bruce, Holt, and Hakim. Right now the Rams have two on offense in Gurley and Tavon. IF Higbee has the ability to jby merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
Fish isn't going to fire Boras if the offense executes well. An OC job, meanwhile, will be an upgrade over what Groh does now with the Rams, in running the whole show. Lastly, Fish is more like Fox than he is Green Bay, in that he doesn't stand in the way of coaches interviewing for upgraded positions. My hope IF this offense greatly improves is that they give Groh a big pay hike and manageby merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
I think your take is fair. It is unrealistic to expect a great offense this season. But at least for myself I don't expect great offense. I expect better offense, something that moves from bottom of the league barrel to maybe somewhere around 20th overall in scoring due to great defense and a strong running game. The defense needs to be well into the top ten this year. If they are, and theby merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
I trust Fish too, btw. I love the fact that he will NOT push the kid into the job. But here's the thing... Keenum just does not stand out as an option over him to my eye. If we had Favre or Brees here as the starter then sure, it would make sense. But this over-careful spin on the QB stuff that comes from Fisher's tight-lipped approach to things is wrong IMO. Goff looks very smooth andby merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
“I was pushing for it,” he confirmed. “I felt like, since I’ve been here — four years — that was the most competitive we’ve been against each other. So I was all for it.” Now everyone understands it's early, granted. But there can be no doubt there's something new in the mix this year with the offense. So have a little of that Kool Aid man, it's ok to let hope shine in a little!by merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
Just look at how many teams have gone deep into the playoffs in the past 5 seasons on the back of a strong defense and a basic offense that can capitalize on field position changes. Rams are very close to what we've seen with Seattle and SF. They just need SOME offense they can count on.by merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
It will have dramatic and positive impact on everyone in this offense. I really felt like he stood out last year in his pass catching ability and going back and rewatching the games just served to reinforce that. He is incredibly smooth and comfortable with his catch & move ability and putting him in space particularly on opposite side of the field with Tavon will introduce significant matcby merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
He tries to keep it under wraps at times, but looking back there have been so many times it shows through and it's why I love him. Warner's more of a homer with the Cards, but he does still have some sentimentality with the horns I think.by merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
Proven winner in the NFL. Did a great job in the city at USC. Perfect type of laid back demeanor for LA. Perfect fit for the Rams' roster. How some could actually find fault with it is amazing to me.by merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
1. Owner who will pony up the bucks for the coach he wants along with his staff. 2. Owner who is patient and who lets his GM and Head Coach do their jobs. 3. Positioned in the #2 TV market in the country. 4. NFL's most mind-blowing stadium and practice facilities on the way. 5. Strong roster overall and now some good young pieces on offense from the backfield to the OL. Fish better hope heby merlin - RamsFootballFans.com
I always had a high appreciation for Shurmur, always felt he was very underrated and it was amazing what he did with that defense. And yeah, that year the Niners were "that team" you just knew was gonna be a tough matchup, but still I gotta say that season went down as one of my favorite ever. Really appreciate the time you took for the response. As to your question, my daily challby merlin - Jim Everett Chat
Jim, First off I'd like to say thanks for some great memories, particularly in '89 with you airing that ball out to Ellard and Anderson. Those were some good days! What I'd like to hear from you is your take on that great victory in Giants Stadium... Any funny stories from the locker room after you guys found Flipper? Thanks and best of luck to you.by merlin - Jim Everett Chat