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Rams and day two of free agency

The sun rises on the second day of free agency. With backup QB A.J. Feeley now signed to a two-year, $6 million contract, will the St. Louis Rams venture toward any other free agent moves? They're bound to do something, and with the dust settled on the biggest names and contracts, teams can start getting to work on the smaller deals. 

Not much happened overnight related to the Rams, though I did read this report from Rotoworld that there are several teams making calls on Broncos WR Brandon Marshall, with Seattle being considered the leader. Hopefully, Seattle doesn't land the deal, but with two first round picks they have lots of flexibility to make things happen. As for the Rams, I just don't see how they can swing a trade of that size. They can't really afford to give up their top draft picks, and there's nobody on the roster (anyone that they're willing to trade) that they can use as trade bait for a superstar player like Marshall. Alex Barron?

Speaking of Barron, how would he fit with a team that uses cut blocking schemes on the offensive line? 

There's that other Denver player that the Rams have been linked to, TE Tony Scheffler. If the Brandon Marshall trade talks are going hot and heavy, the Broncos might be waiting to handle offers for Scheffler. He's tendered at the second round level, so they're under no rush to get a deal done. One report says Scheffler's agent is starting to look for a new landing spot for his client; although, word is that it could be a couple weeks before something happens. 

The Atogwe situation still makes some sense, though few seem to like it. The situation with Daniel Fells boggles the mind. If Fells walks, the Rams have one TE on the roster, blocking specialist Billy Bajema. They have to have some plans to bring in another player, even if they do bring back Fells. 

Stay tuned. And be sure to weigh-in on the fanposts, etc. when news breaks.

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Alex Barron and A.J. Feeley

Trade Barron to Chicago for Greg Olson.

A.J. Feeley – hmmmm, a 2 year stop gap starter or back-up?

I actually can see Null as a starter for some reason. The guy stands in their not scared and can run better than Bulger. He seems to have a great cannon of an arm and pretty good accuracy considering he was “thrown in” as a starter due to injuries. Given the training, Null AND REILLY may be blessings in disguise.

by jlcdb70 on Mar 6, 2010 10:40 AM CST reply actions  

Here is just a really crazy thought.

Everyone seems to think signing Feeley means the Rams will definitely draft a QB with their #1 pick. However, what if it doesn’t mean that? I see the Rams with lots of salary freed up, but not spending any of it. What if it all means they plan to start Bulger again in 2010 and pay him his big salary, with Feeley as backup and the two young guys fighting it out for 3rd spot? If that is the case, then it could mean a defense heavy draft with Suh or McCoy in the first round. I’m not saying that’s what is happening, but isn’t it one possibility following the Feeley signing?

by andyrose on Mar 6, 2010 12:05 PM CST reply actions  

Since I believe Bulger is going to retire

then I just can’t picture that scenario.

Life is tough, but it's tougher if you're stupid.

- John Wayne

by Tackle Box on Mar 6, 2010 4:18 PM CST up reply actions  

My humble opinion is that we start Null for the season and see what he can do with first team pracice time and with an injury free roster, heck maybe he will mature into that star we need, he definatly has the gumption to do it.Then we would have Feeley and possibly Bulger as 2 decent back ups if it all worked out so we could concentrate deeply on defense with the draft

If practice makes perfect....
Yet nobodies perfect.....
Then why practice ???

by peteyweestro on Mar 6, 2010 4:11 PM CST reply actions  

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