The Official St. Louis Rams 2010 Offseason Discussion Thread - Page 15

NGSeiler · 06-07-2010, 04:26 PM

49ers trade Isaac Bruce back to the Rams so he can retire a Ram...

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The St. Louis Rams acquired Bruce from the 49ers on Monday so that he will be able to retire a Ram. It’s a ceremonial move to add Bruce to the roster. He isn’t expected to actually suit up and play.

The Rams and Bruce have scheduled a press conference for 12:30 p.m. Wednesday.

http://interact.stltoday.com/blogzon...tire-as-a-ram/

holt_bruce81 · 06-07-2010, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by NGSeiler

49ers trade Isaac Bruce back to the Rams so he can retire a Ram...

http://interact.stltoday.com/blogzon...tire-as-a-ram/

I applaud this move.

NGSeiler · 06-12-2010, 02:00 PM

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The injury suffered by St. Louis Rams offensive lineman Mark Setterstrom during practice Friday at minicamp has been diagnosed as a torn triceps muscle. Setterstrom, a seventh-round draft pick in 2006, already has come back from two major knee injuries.

Coach Steve Spagnuolo said Setterstrom, who had the same injury near the end of last season, so far had not made a decision about whether to have surgery or let the muscle try to heal on its own. If Setterstrom does opt for surgery, he probably would miss the 2010 season.

http://interact.stltoday.com/blogzon...st-for-season/

So just to keep track, Setterstrom is the fourth Rams lineman - LT Smith (stress fracture in toe), LG Bell (knee scope), RT Saffold (knee sprain) - to miss some or all of minicamps/OTAs due to injury.

NGSeiler · 06-23-2010, 12:24 PM

The Rams have re-signed OJ Atogwe...

http://www.stlouisrams.com/article/80107/

freebirdsrams02 · 06-23-2010, 04:14 PM

Another good job by the Rams this off season bringing back Atogwe.

What are some thoughts about taking the BYU runningback in the supplemental draft. He is a big back that runs hard and we might only have to give up a 5th rounder for him.

freebirdsrams02 · 06-23-2010, 04:33 PM

Another good job by the Rams this off season bringing back Atogwe.

What are some thoughts about taking the BYU runningback in the supplemental draft. He is a big back but that is a hard runner and we might only have to give up a 5th rounder for him.

holt_bruce81 · 07-08-2010, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by freebirdsrams02

Another good job by the Rams this off season bringing back Atogwe.

What are some thoughts about taking the BYU runningback in the supplemental draft. He is a big back but that is a hard runner and we might only have to give up a 5th rounder for him.

We will have to give up more than a 5th rounder. Im still not sure what I think about the Atogwe signing.

freebirdsrams02 · 07-16-2010, 12:53 AM

Harvey Unga got picked in the supplemental draft today by the Bears for a 7th round pick. Why not give up a 7th round pick for this guy. I think the Rams missed out on this guy. We have no back-up running back to Steven Jackson, who is not in the best of health. So if he goes down we have no one. Unga if he would have stayed in school and come out next year in the draft he would have been a 3rd round or better draft pick.

NGSeiler · 07-16-2010, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by freebirdsrams02

Harvey Unga got picked in the supplemental draft today by the Bears for a 7th round pick. Why not give up a 7th round pick for this guy. I think the Rams missed out on this guy. We have no back-up running back to Steven Jackson, who is not in the best of health. So if he goes down we have no one. Unga if he would have stayed in school and come out next year in the draft he would have been a 3rd round or better draft pick.

Perhaps the Rams aren't convinced he'd bring anything to the table that they don't already have.

freebirdsrams02 · 07-23-2010, 12:41 AM

Danario Alexander is almost clear medically and Billy Devaney said they would take a long look at him to bring him in. Alexander is a big Target at 6'4 so he is something the Rams need. All the other WR on the roster are under 6'2.

BmoreBlackByrdz · 07-25-2010, 09:01 AM

I heard that the Rams are interesting in TO. They asked him if we would be interesting in playing for them even though they aren't a contending team and he said he would consider it.

I think they are going to give him an offer.

NGSeiler · 07-25-2010, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by freebirdsrams02

Danario Alexander is almost clear medically and Billy Devaney said they would take a long look at him to bring him in. Alexander is a big Target at 6'4 so he is something the Rams need. All the other WR on the roster are under 6'2.

His height means nothing if he can't stay on the field. Four surgeries on his knee since the end of 2008. I doubt he'll be able to hold up, but if the Rams doctors think otherwise, they may bring him in to at least compete in camp.

Still, kind of a testament to what they feel they already have at receiver that guys like McRae and Curry are making legitimate pushes for roster spots, and now the Rams may look at Alexander.

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I heard that the Rams are interesting in TO. They asked him if we would be interesting in playing for them even though they aren't a contending team and he said he would consider it.

I think they are going to give him an offer.

Not a huge fan. His impact for the Rams would likely be closer to his production in Buffalo than in Dallas or Philly, and it would likely be for only a one year deal. I'd rather see what the young receivers on the roster can do.

LonghornsLegend · 07-25-2010, 10:06 AM

TO would be an upgrade for you guys, but I just wouldn't want him with my franchise rookie QB, because sometimes TO has a way of screwing up a QB's progressions. Even a guy like Romo started forcing balls his way, so a young guy looking at a future HOFer like TO may do the same.

He has still got at least something left, but he just wants the ball every play, always thinks he's open, drops balls way too much, seems like he's more trouble then anything. Bad team, rookie QB, losing at least 12 games, seems like it's not the best formula for TO.

NGSeiler · 07-26-2010, 10:37 AM

The cons outweigh the pros. He's not going to be the same dynamic and productive player he was in Philly and Dallas. Even if he's capable of doing it, which is a big if, he won't on this team. He'll probably come out closer to his Buffalo production, which is still an improvement for the Rams but not enough to justify his ego, maturity issues, and the time he'd take away from younger guys who may be able to develop into a long-term contributor. Not to mention the damage he could do to Bradford if he starts getting in his ear.

NGSeiler · 07-26-2010, 02:32 PM

Rams will not offer Terrell Owens a contract...

http://www.stltoday.com/sports/footb...27992bc8b.html

freebirdsrams02 · 07-26-2010, 05:13 PM

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Rams will not offer Terrell Owens a contract...

http://www.stltoday.com/sports/footb...27992bc8b.html

They were talking about it on PTI today and they were all against T.O. going to the Rams, because the reasons you gave earlier. Not good for a young QB and team. He may be better than what they got but not for Bradford. T.O. will probably end up with Cincinnatti.

NGSeiler · 07-30-2010, 08:51 PM

Twitter breaking news, Sam Bradford and Rams agree on six-year $78 million mega-deal...

From Jay Glazer...

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Breaking news: Rams agree w bradford on 6 year deal worth 86 million including 50 million guaranteed! 1 minute ago via UberTwitter

From Chris Mortensen...

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Sam Bradford becomes 1st 50 million dollar guarantee in NFL (6 year with max of 86 million) 2 minutes ago via Who Say

From Adam Schefter...

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Filed to ESPN: Rams reached agreement w/ Sam Bradford on a six-year, $78 million deal with $86 mil max value that includes $50 million gtd. half a minute ago via ÜberTwitter

holt_bruce81 · 08-03-2010, 02:40 AM

My friend and I are thinking about going to Training Camp. I've never been to one, how is it? How are the people there? is it tough to get autographs, I mean I don't want to be holding around a football or helmet if it's pretty tough to get em signed.

NGSeiler · 08-04-2010, 12:28 PM

I've never been, but I've not heard of any particularly bad experience. I can't imagine it's as tough as trying to get autographs after a game, and I've actually had some decent luck with that in the past. Usually the stories I hear about camp is that, afterwards, players are more than happy to sign some autographs or get some pictures taken.

herniateddisc · 08-15-2010, 10:13 AM

How has Carpenter played so far?

NGSeiler · 08-16-2010, 10:34 PM

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How has Carpenter played so far?

He's not been able to beat out Larry Grant for the first team WILL linebacker job.