When Kupp and Nacua were interviewed after the Commanders game, they were asked separately what they thought of Demarcus Robinson's performance. The fascinating thing was that they both commented about his routes. Apparently, nobody knows how he's getting to his landmarks, but he keeps finding a way. The way I interpreted it, Kupp and Puka have deliberate, specific plans on how they are setting tby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Ugh, I'm not sure most people understand why the second TE position is so difficult to fill and vital to the offense that he blocks well. Most fans see a couple good catches and want to celebrate while the most important elements are rarely seen or evaluated. As an example, Gerald Everett made several highlight reel catches but couldn't execute his assignments properly and is therefore no longerby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Whatever algorithm they use to develop schedules need to factor this stat so no teams face more than two. This is a competitive advantage issue that must be addressed. If they say it isn't an issue, then let us not face anyone coming off a bye for a couple years... since it doesn't matter, right?by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
With Kupp to expensive to trade and their ability to compete soon, why do you think there's such a need for WR? I'd argue it's our most productive position group already.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
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QuoteAlbaNY_Ram Great tutorial on why the Rams run so much 11 personnel. (It's because they can run a ton of plays you typically see with 12 or 21 personnel without giving it away by bringing in a FB or a second TE!!) I've banged that drum here for years. So glad more and more are understanding now...Kupp/Nacua/Skowronek are better TE2's than anyone we've had behind Higs. And yet the armchairsby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Did the narrative that Sean was "done" and talked into staying on a "sinking ship" ring true for you guys? I feel he's being misrepresented a bit. He was transparent about taking time to evaluate his direction...but this narrative smacks of speculation. Thoughts?by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Yes, he's done his job when called upon. He's earned more reps and is now getting them. He had a similar role as WR4 w KC and performed admirably. Not sure why he's not been able to crack into #1 or #2 but given the players ahead of him on each team...it's certainly understandable.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Does this mean a majority of us believe in Morris now? The detractors have been quite loud even when we won a Chip. Or is our appreciation of his accomplishments going to continue being recency bias based? I, for one, am a solid Raheem Morris fan. Sean trusts him and so do I. What's more, I believe his players trust him and the level they do is a level well earned.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Um....just wondering...but can we also put to bed the notion McVay doesn't like to run the ball? I don't feel like a whole debate here...because the emphasis on running the ball should be obvious now. The narrative should have ended when he stubbornly kept running in the Super Bowl even though it was totally ineffective that day. Sean will run if he believes it's the best decision and gives Matthby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
There were several very confusing calls in that game that didn't pass the logic/eye test. I realize they have a system in place to improve all aspects of officiating, it just seems so full of holes. It smelled less of conspiracy and more like incompetence in relation to consistency in how the rules are interpretedby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
I agree. We have two long term keepers on this line (3 if you believe Havs will age like Whit). Jackson and Shelton are good but not quite the ceiling we need. Losing a revelation like Dotson would be as bad as when we let Saffold walk. And yes, we felt that one.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
TuTu is extremely valuable but limited to his ability to attack certain defensive structures in the passing game. Yesterday the run game was dominant partially because the long completion to Atwell early in the game made the Cards respect the deep ball. Once the advantage was secured, it was best to run all day since the dam had already broken. Tutu is great for his role, and that role is to compby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
The Rams wouldn't really send scouts all the way to Michigan, would they Blaine? Maybe if they read this article, they will start paying attention. I sure hope so. The Rams are desperate for this wisdom. I kid cuz I care. We knew what you meantby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
...if they want to have confidence in the process going forward. There's a big difference between "doing your job" and "playing for possibilities." They aren't realistically trying to win a championship this year. But growing into an excellent team is attainable. It will just take longer if they don't beat the Cards. It's not just the length of the season that concerns me,by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Quotepromomasterj There's play calling and then there's play execution. This is a mediocre team that's living on the edge week in and week out. I was upset with the call at the time, but I like the mindset and the put your foot on their throat mentality. Puka makes the play he can, and has, made and it's a touchdown or at the one with the clock running. A quick slant is a very high percentaby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Quotemerlin QuoteRampage2K- I wouldn't be mad with that pick.....:sst But Nabers might make it to us and good Lord he is something. I think I would take Nabers over Bowers and that's amazing to me given that I've wanted a top TE added for a long time. If we want to maximize shots at Stafford's remaining window some guys are more impacting than others. If, on the other hand they are looking tby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Some say we should commit to more 12 personnel which would likely eliminate TuTu. The reason 11 Personnel works for McVay is the blocking of Cooper and Puka. Atwell is a willing blocker but unlike Puka and Cooper, he can't take on a D End or OLB on a running play. My belief is that he's missing his landmarks in the passing game but he's vastly better than last year. And as everyone else knows, thby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
I admit, the Dolphins are fun enough to watch to remember what I liked about the Bob Griese and Dan Marino teams and how cool the uniforms were. Dolphins/Lions Super Bowl would be second to the Rams going on an unprecedented run starting in Green Bay.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
I admit a twisted pleasure in reading thisby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
The sugar plum fairies are no longer dancing toward the Rams Christmas. They will fight valiantly, but there's no soup for you if you're thinking playoffs. I figure we need a thread that allows us to have semi-positive thoughts among the doom and gloom ones. Now that it's happened, don't we all need someone else to like going forward? I'd assume many would pick the Lions. Miami is fun. We haveby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteCROMWELL21 Over the cap says if we trade Donald we will have a 33 million dollar cap hit. If we trade Stafford wile will have an 87 million cap hit. 2024 we can trade or cut Donald and its almost a wash. Stafford would still be a 37 million dollar hit. He would be cut or trade allowable after 2024. We knew all this already. Numbers may be off bit the hysterical fans are not geby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Well, the Rams tackle aggressively to get turnovers (often to their detriment going for kill shots with a shoulder only to see the ball carrier bounce off for 20 more yards) but the luck factor so far has gone to the other side. It should statistically normalize if they continue playing this style. But I do recognize what you guys are saying, ths pass rush is insufficientby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
This article is missing the more damning and obvious problem with that game and my position is also supported by the rules enforcements implemented shortly thereafter that turned the NFL into a passing league. Just roll the all 22 if you can find it. Scouts remarked that if the other teams the Rams decimated that year were allowed to regularly mug receivers downfield, they all would have doneby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Quotejoram As a blocker and mcvay cant seem to utilize his tight ends like advertised He can't utilize tight ends or he prefers Kupp and Nacua to fill second TE roles in blocking and routes? Nah, you're right. He doesn't know howby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
This is only one factor that makes the "Stafford Struggling" so infuriating to me. When Mahomes suffers drops, the media correctly puts the "struggle" on the WR position. Drops, schematic weaknesses, bad routes, and quick pressure put a QB in defense mode as opposed to attacking aggressively. Fortunately, Stafford doesn't shrink like most but rarely can run like Patrick to extby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Quotemerlin It's about time he saw the light on this. If indeed that is the case. I am hopeful we see Durant slide out there where he should be. Lake, however, is a liability in the slot. His run boost is great but not enough to make up for his coverage. Will say again if they put Kendrick in the slot we'll probably have our strongest configuration of these pieces. That's a very bold staby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
I honestly thought the 01 Rams Pats game would be on the list. Several scouts and coaches noted they would've mugged Rams receivers like the Pats did if it wasn't going to be called like it was the rest of the year. After 9/11, the country needed a win and Patriots were the underdog the NFL needed to lift the spirits of America. Little did anyone know it was the beginning of a very good team thatby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
I honestly thought the title was the beginning of a joke. I was wrong but not going to let the opportunity pass. Why does a vet drop balls? Because bull testicles are slippery. Because VA nurses are hot. Because his Kupp was too full. Cheersby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Okay, you're crazy. My kind of crazy. And my insanity is likely to increase until I get back from my new grandchild's gender reveal at 2pm. (When did that become a thing?) Lock me in the asylum. I KNOW this team CAN win. It will take more time to believe they WILL after blowing the last game. Hold a sec, need to pop some lithium til I get there. Rams 32 Cowboys 18 Looney Tunesby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com