The Quick Five and Then Some: Rams Recap

by Eric Nagel on Nov 29, 2010 12:13 AM CST in St. Louis Rams news

I didn't get to catch this game (I had the much better task of driving across the state of Washington during one of the worst winters in recent memory). I'm going off the box scores, and what I saw from those of you who posted info on Van's recap of the game.

	Adam Goldberg, G It's getting to the point where it's almost shocking; this team can block for Steven Jackson to save his life. When you have to fight for two yards every run, something is terribly wrong, and Goldberg is showing absolutely no reason to keep his starting job. Greco has been decent enough to merit a nod over Goldberg, and if he doesn't at least share time, something is going on that we don't know about. It's getting to the point that credentials or not, Steve Loney might be out of a job by next year.
	Sam Bradford, QB I'm pretty sure I've had him on here every single week. I don't think any of you will mind a quarterback who throws for over 300 yards, has 3 TD's along with no interceptions, and completes almost 60% of there passes. My family didn't think Bradford was the best QB in the West when I talked football to them during turkey day festivities. Who gets the last laugh now?
	Danario Alexander, WR You'd think a rookie coming off yet another knee surgery wouldn't be as big of a factor in the offense so early on in his return. DX has been very impressive, and if he keeps these performances up, he may just save the Rams from picking a wide receiver in round one. (Not to say the Rams couldn't look elsewhere, like free agency).
	Road Monkeys I think road monkey's everywhere are sad that the Rams finally won on the road. They tried their hardest to stay on the Rams back, but the Rams had enough in the tank to stay alive and throw them off.
	Secondary For unit that used to be such a strength, they sure are getting torched. They are young, but this may be an area of need this offseason. The Rams could definitely use a cornerback with a knack for catching the ball. Hopefully they kept a close eye on Champ Bailey.

For the second act, I'd like to shoot out some links for you to digest this morning:

Jim Thomas has a recap of the game with some good quotes by the Rams players.

Bernie thinks that it is the coaches, not players, who have to learn to win on the road.

Mike Sando says the Seahawks opened the door wide for the Rams to seize control.

That's all for now, enjoy the victory!

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Nice!

I still think we should try and draft a nice WR prospect (Julio or AJ (who I still think we should call up and tell him to stop playing well so his stock drops))
Or pick someone good up.
Bradford had one helluva game and will someone please block when we run up the middle.

What Would Joey Votto Do?

by OGC Reds on Nov 29, 2010 12:23 AM CST reply actions

NFL RECORD SET IN DENVER*

First Rookie qb ever to win 1st road game with 300+ pass yards, 3 td’s and 0 int’s.

Fist ever rookie qb – amazing stat when considering how many years the NFL has existed!

by jlcdb70 on Nov 29, 2010 12:57 AM CST reply actions

Defensive secondary and outside linebackers need replacing

for next season. I see an impact OLB, then a db.

by jlcdb70 on Nov 29, 2010 12:59 AM CST reply actions

#1 Receiver in draft next year

Just depends on draft position – either a 1st or 2nd rounder, with OLB being the other of the two.

So, next year after the first 2 rounds, Rams will have drafted a w.r. and OLB – both impact players and not in any particular order.

by jlcdb70 on Nov 29, 2010 1:01 AM CST reply actions

for once i agree with the olb problem

we need speed on the outside, sides!!!

by mh39 on Nov 29, 2010 1:33 AM CST reply actions

Can't count on DX

He’s probably got one more game before his knee blows up again and he’s out for the season. This year he’s been exactly what everyone thought he would be — explosive when he’s in the lineup, which won’t be very often.

Heading into next year, the Rams will need to make some tough roster decisions about WRs who are very gifted, but also injury prone. Is there room for both DX and Donnie Avery on this team, when they are both almost surefire injury casualties at some point during the season? I’m not sure of the answer to that question.

by Doughboy RAM on Nov 29, 2010 6:49 AM CST reply actions

If everyone were healthy next week, this is what we'd see

1. Avery
2. Clayton
3. Amendola
4. DX
5. Gibson
6. Gilyard

Robinson, cya

Pooch punts should be illegal inside an opponents 38 yard line.

by VTramsFan on Nov 29, 2010 7:08 AM CST reply actions

VT you are triping with Amendola ahead of DX Danario is a beast next year Danny wont be around

CLAYTON,DANARIO,AVERY,AND A #1 WR PICK IN THE DRAFT,AVERY WILL BE THE STLOT GUY SO GOOD BYE DANNY LOL

by Rams67 on Nov 29, 2010 10:01 AM CST up reply actions

Avery would be AWFUL in the slot.

Lay off the pipe dude.

I can take a beating ... I'm a Rams fan.

by Midasknight on Nov 29, 2010 11:07 AM CST up reply actions

See, that's the problem

The Rams have way too many injury-prone receivers. If they were to go with those 6 into next year, at least half of them would end up hurt and miss extended time, and they would end up with a situation like they’ve had this year, trying to cobble together enough guys to even get into a game.

Some of these guys are going to have to go, to make room for WRs that may or may not be quite as talented, but do have the ability to be healthy. Clayton is probably out next year, and Avery has one more year to prove he can stay healthy or he will be gone as well. Maybe DX too. Say what you will about Gibson and Amendola, but at least they can stay on the field, and that counts for a lot.

Next year, I think that we likely start out with 1. Avery, 2. Draft Pick/FA, 3. Amendola, with DX, Gibson, and another FA or draftee filling out the bottom end. I think Gilyard is likely gone to make room, or the Rams could try and carry 7 WRs (not a terrible idea considering the injury potential of that group).

by Doughboy RAM on Nov 29, 2010 12:05 PM CST up reply actions

Sorry, but I think Chris Long

deserves a big green up arrow; he is really showing his ability to dominate.

by RamsFan1979 on Nov 29, 2010 8:07 AM CST reply actions

1000 percent agree with that statement.

by bobhugehands on Nov 29, 2010 8:09 AM CST up reply actions

A question about Alexander.

Maybe 3k will give us his take on this since he’s considered by most of us as our TST resident NFL draft guy.

Had Alexander not had so many knee injuries do you think he would have gone in the top 10 of round one last spring? Or at least somehwere in the 1st round?

Go Rams!

"We can't run. We can't pass. We can't stop the run. We can't stop the pass. We can't kick. Other than that, we're just not a very good football team right now." --- Bruce Coslett, New York Jets Head Coach circa 1990s

by Nbr1RamFan on Nov 29, 2010 10:49 AM CST reply actions

Yeah surely it is sweet though hard earned victory. The DX is my man now and forever. Despite the fact that he had just undergone a knee surgery, the DX was the best in offense last night why lie he kept the Ram afloat.

Michael Jordan Flight School

by jaenjanet on Nov 29, 2010 10:59 AM CST reply actions

DX showed us what this offense could be

with a big, fast, talented WR or two. They would be hard to beat. It’s too bad DX has such bad knees. He is a talent.

by andyhawk on Nov 29, 2010 12:22 PM CST up reply actions

Can we get a season long, mandatory down arrow on "Shurmur in the 2nd half"

Until proven otherwise?

by JStymie on Nov 29, 2010 1:56 PM CST reply actions

My initial reaction is to agree, but I after watching (and thinking) about the game against Denver ...

… I am really starting to think the problem is run blocking. I mean, we already knew it was a problem, but really, it is a HUGE problem and Shurmur simply has his hands tied if we can’t run for first downs.

I weigh almost 200 lbs and I’m starting to think I could run block better than Goldberg. I mean, if the Rams are going to pay somebody millions to get push into the backfield, let it be me. He was absolutely atrocious yesterday and that was against a poor D-Line.

Jason Brown is getting schooled a little too often for my tastes as well.

I have convinced myself that I dislike Shurmur, but really, I don’t think he’s got enough to go on yet. We don’t even have average run blocking.

I can take a beating ... I'm a Rams fan.

by Midasknight on Nov 29, 2010 2:13 PM CST up reply actions

run blocking

Goldberg got blasted a few times by the LB’s. I thought it was pretty sad when he got ran over by the MLB at the 2 yard line, and SJ got dropped in the back field pretty quick. i saw a comment about how it was refreashing to see darby actually hit the hole for a TD. Its pretty hard for a RB to find the running lane. when he has 2 defenders in the back field everytime he touched the ball. Never would have thought a rookie Tackle and a 2nd year tackle would be our best OL men at this point in the season. I hope we can get a couple Guards this offseason.

Loved the way DX fought for extra yards after the catch. I hope he stays healthy.

by dcc_1677 on Nov 29, 2010 2:33 PM CST reply actions