QuoteRockRam I guess I'd like to know the basis for this being a home run before any of these players even step to the plate. Just one poster’s opinion, Rock. This is mine until evidence comes in one way or another on the field. FWIW, I thought last years draft was a HR the morning after, too. Sooooo..by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Inquiring minds want to know. lol.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteLMU93 He's the one pick I'm skeptical about. But then I also rejected the idea that Nacua was going to do anything more than catch 8-10 passes last year so... Just a hunch I have about Whittington. He reportedly has Kupp-like instincts and football smarts.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
While what you say is of course true, it is also true that at this point it appears to be a HR draft on multiple levels. We can revisit this in 12 months.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteJYB QuoteClassicalwit Why did the Rams have to give up next year's number two in addition to swapping this year's number two plus a draft pick? Seems like a 3rd next year should have worked. Based on most of the trading charts, it should've been a 3. But Les never met a trade he wasn't willing to overpay for. Don’t overlook AlbaNY’s point about there being possible multiple suitorsby Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
I’d say Rams are definitely improved. Nobody is gonna confuse them with a finesse team anymore, that’s for sure. So yeah, I think we got the attention of the 49ers, and everybody else, too.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Never gets old, either. Might be my favorite moment of the whole draft weekend. Sigh…by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
He expressed mostly disappointment with this draft. So, just in case he’s not alone, let me explain my thinking and reasons for optimism now. Offense QB. Stafford is healthy and at the top of his game. He engineered a 7-1 finish last year once OL was fixed. RB. Kyren was already a stud and now they add Corum. Are you kidding me? OL. This OL now looks elite. More than capable of protectingby Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteAlbaNY_Ram It's also possible that the Rams were in a bidding war with another team trying to move into the same spot. I would not be the least bit surprised because Fiske was definitely a hot prospect and on the radar of many teams. In fact, a run on DT’s started immediately after our pick.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
And I’ve gotta say that I’ve come away even more impressed by these kids. Such intelligence, such epitomes of ‘We, not me’. Gonna be an easy group of rookies to root for.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Rams NFL Draft grades: Does team deserve what experts saying about this class? Bret Stuter After the 2023 NFL Draft class that soared, you had every right to believe that the post-draft final grades for the LA Rams 2024 NFL Draft class would be far kinder than the grades from a year ago. For the most part, they were. But perhaps the problem with the instant analysis is the fact thby Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
The 2nd video, the McVay interview, is pure gold.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Quotedodgerram I really, really like this draft but there is no reason to get uber optimistic. On paper the draft looks fantastic. But lets wait and see what happens on the field. I painfully remember that 2001 draft class when we had 3 first rounder and 2 second rounders. We used four of those picks on D and everyone was sure that the Rams and their GSOT now had a top defense too, nobody ableby Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteClassicalwit Why did the Rams have to give up next year's number two in addition to swapping this year's number two plus a draft pick? Seems like a 3rd next year should have worked. Simple. Because that’s what the trade partner demanded. It was also the going market rate. We will look back on this trade and consider it a bargain one day. Trust me.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Just an outstanding draft hitting the right notes from start to finish. One slight disagreement. I think all 10 draftees will make the 53. For the 2nd year in a row, btw.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
‘With Chris Shula taking over as the defensive coordinator in Los Angeles, he wants to establish a culture on defense that emphasizes a relentless pursuit to the football and a mentality of never giving up on a play’. I’m telling you, Rams have a new sheriff in town as DC. And I’m loving what I’m seeing and hearing.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Not saying that he will be an immediate starter, but I’ve got a feeling that he’s gonna be a pleasant surprise.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
And I, for one, am looking forward to seeing the results.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
First of all, people call ME an optimist? lol. Seriously, you captured my feelings about this team after this draft perfectly. Only thing I might add is that Rams are also blessed with an exceptional HC and staff of assistants. They will once again quickly develop all these rookies into being all that they can be. Looks like a bright future ahead for our Rams, indeed.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
D oriented draft strategy. Big time. Positions selected. Types of players. Built in flexibility allowing creativity in sets and how to attack the opposing O. Size, strength, desire, character, leadership, relentlessness, etc? ‘Course, I know the Snead/McVay philosophy on such matters, but I do sense that Shula wants to have a more aggressive and attacking philosophy and these new aby Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Rams are gonna surprise a lot of teams right from the jump. The pundits are gonna be behind the curve, as usual. Beat writers, too, at least most of them. But I’m saying it now. When these new youngsters are added to last years 10-7 playoff roster and developed by these outstanding Rams coaches we’re gonna see a combustible mixture. Just like 1973 and 1999, the NFL won’t know what hiby Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
He’s been pushing for Karty for months!by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Now you’re getting creative, 53. I love it. Rams now have the personnel in their front 5 and back 5 to get VERY creative. Shula can now play mind games with opposing QB’s if he chooses. Can’t wait.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
I see 3 new starters. Several strong contributors in some kind of rotation. A new kicker that probably could be considered a 4th starter in Karty. Players for the new ST kickoff rules. Snead and McVay are now working so well together that it’s almost become a mind meld thing. This looks like the 2nd consecutive magnificent draft to me. Possibly even better than the 2023 version andby Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteValley-Ram Dang near everyone on this board was as happy with the picks as this year's draft? I have been reading this board since 1998 (in another incarnation) and I don't think I have ever seen this much happiness about a Rams draft! I was very happy about last years draft. It’s wonderful to have 2 such drafts back-to-back.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Here’s Ram_Rally… ESPN RAVING about our draft. Said we just get good football players who are also strong culture guys. Added that we have at least 3 immediate starters.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteClassicalwit "Forgot about Bruss 'cause he's only high-priced . . ." Bruss’ Rams career may be short lived.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
And after they’ve had a magnificent draft? WTF?by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteRidgewood Ram Please not Rozeboon/Reeder. I thought Trotter Jr. would have been a good fit. Might get lucky with a udfa. And there’s always FA and other team cuts…by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com
Gawd! And he’s into squats, too? This kid might be otherworldly. May not have the talent to start at Center, but NOBODY is gonna push this kid around. lol.by Rams43 - RamsFootballFans.com