Leonard Little's sweet baadasssss song
None would dispute the claim that Rams DE Leonard Little is a player, neigh, a playa, a playa's playa.
But even the remaining handful of Rams partisans were shocked to learn the sackmaster's nuts are so steely that he doesn't even need his hamstring to play the game. That's the kind of dedication the Rams need more of.
But I also wondered if that doesn't hurt the team, a team that desperately needs better play from its d-line. Obviously it limits the number of snaps he sees, but he's still been able to get penetration and has a few near misses on QBs since tearing his hammy against the Pats. I think what's affecting Little's sack totals more than anything is the play in the middle of the defensive line.
Next question, what about Little's future with the Rams? I can't imagine the Rams parting ways with Little next season; they need dedicated players as much as any one positional need. If they can take steps to make the d-line better, i.e. add a husky DT in the middle, Little should be productive with limited duty. Offseason physicals will have much to say about the matter too.
Anyway, even without the numbers, Little's a bright spot for the Rams this season.
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Nobody can say his heart isn't in the right place.
But playing with a serious injury like that is dumb.
Now’s the time to try Carriker at DE opposite Long and see if he’s a total bust.
If he’s not, he can rotate with Little next year.
by mpire on Nov 26, 2008 9:52 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
I disagree that his dropoff in play is the result of the DTs. For an edge-rusher, especially for Little who has no bull-rush to speak of, it’s all about speed, and he just hasn’t had it. The revelation of the missing hamstring makes perfect sense. He’s always a step or two behind, or simply unable to escape the block.
Personally, I don’t see a need for him on next year’s team. The Dolphins cut Zach Thomas last season – not because he sucked, but because he was way too far past his prime to be counted on during the rebuild. We should make the same choice here. Plus, we can possibly move Carriker back to DE, and bulk up in the middle.
"Attaway to stomp 'em. Stomp the piss out of 'em. Stomp 'em when they're down. Kick 'em and stomp 'em. Attaway to go boys. Pound that old Budweiser into you and go get them tomorrow." -- Joe Schultz
by taiko on Nov 26, 2008 10:48 AM CST reply actions 0 recs
good point
that’s 2.5 million in salary too.
by VanRam on Nov 26, 2008 12:49 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

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