Another minicamp in the books
Two down, one to go...and then training camp gets underway at the end of July. I'm not sure what exactly you can glean from a three day minicamp, if you're not a coach. But, there are two themes in the reports from this weekend's Rams minicamp that look to be the most interesting as far as what we'll see on the field when September rolls around.
First, the offensive line is taking shape. Alex Barron is still at left tackle, and according to the most recent report from the Post-Dispatch, he looks "comfortable" in that position. If the coaching changes can keep Barron interested in his job and playing at an acceptable level for an NFL starter, he'll be a valuable commodity and the Rams will have an interesting situation on their hands. After this season, Barron becomes a restricted free agent, thanks to the new rules that took effect when the CBA lapsed. If he plays well this season, that makes the decision to tender him an offer easy and gives the Rams one of those good problems to have with two potential starting left tackles on the roster. This year's first round pick, Jason Smith, could stay on the right side for a second season and move to the left should the Rams let Barron walk as a free agent after the 2010 season. That's obviously down the road a bit - and there's still a very real possibility that there will be no football in 2011 with the CBA situation - but it'll be an interesting situation to watch.
The other intriguing story out of camp is the development of MLB James Laurinaitis. He's not been handed the starting the job, though he is widely expected to work his way into that role by the time the season starts. Camp's a little bit of a different animal than facing actual NFL opponents, but the Ohio State product's football intelligence seems to be serving him well on the field as he learns the defense. Avoiding an endless "should have" debate ought to offer some motivation.
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1st camp
I look forward to the start of the season,I say playoffs why not, we have a good coach I think Bulger has a bounce in his step,look out for Justin King. This is Steven Jackson’s year he will show he’s the best back in football. Laurinaitis is going to lead that defense with big plays he wont miss many tackles .Barron we hope will stop jumping offsides game one is the perfect test for that (I hate the 12 man). It is time to take back our division. Any body know about D. Hall’s status is he still our guy on special teams.
by 39jackson on May 4, 2009 1:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He was released last I heard
A salary cap casualty, whom may be resigned at a smaller price, I think.
by dbcouver on May 4, 2009 2:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
D Hall should retire
and as far as Jackson he better show something this year
by james535 on May 5, 2009 11:15 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs

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