Random Ramsdom, 8/18: Receivers doing it for themselves

by Ryan Van Bibber on Aug 18, 2010 8:57 AM CDT in St. Louis Rams news

Danny Amendola continued his strong training camp yesterday.

Fortune smiled on the St. Louis Rams yesterday, as injured players returned to practice. Spanguolo's crew rewarded the fates with a spirited practice. Let's jump in...

All eyes might have been on the offensive line, but the receivers put on their own show yesterday. Lots of highlight reel catches, and not just because of highlight reel throws from Sam Bradford. The tight ends, including Daniel Fells, who was hardly noticeable in Saturday's game, and rookie Fendi Onobun got in on the action too.

Receiver Jordan Kent worked on his kicking skills as well as his receiving skills in what is turning into a tough position for the coaches to make final roster decisions as they cut down from 10 to 5 or 6 players.

S David Roach was cut in favor of rookie S Brett Johnson. Johnson might make an impact on special teams this year, where he spent significant time at Cal before getting more starting work as a junior and senior. He's pure raw athleticism at this point, per this report at Buffalo Rumblings:

Despite his uphill climb, Johnson's tremendous athleticism - we're talking 4.3-second 40-yard dash, 42.5-inch vertical jump and 10'9" broad jump athleticism - makes him one of the team's most intriguing UDFA signings this year. But he's definitely more athlete than football player at this point in time.

Larry Grant gets some much deserved ink for his inspired play. With David Vobora as the Rams 4th LB, the Rams look like they have a pretty strong crew at that position.

Finally, check out Fred Robbins official website. His first blog post talks about the impression the young guys like DE George Selvie are making.

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Thanks for...

pointing out Fred Robbins’ website. I didn’t know it existed and now I’m glad I do. There is some nice, well written stuff on there.

by Hetfield72 on Aug 18, 2010 9:51 AM CDT reply actions

We will see if this transfers to the field.

I always am hearing of good practices, great practices, and great catches from receivers. I have yet to see this transfer to the field. I know, I know there has only been one game in the preseason. I am still hopeful because we were playing a pretty stout team. I hope this weekend is a good game against Cleveland.

by crashoveride01 on Aug 18, 2010 10:34 AM CDT reply actions

The positive was

.. Mardy Gilyard, “..catching aballs all over the field”

Very anxious to see what he can do

"The greatest accomplishment is not in never falling, but in rising again after you fall." - Vince Lombardi

by VTramsFan on Aug 18, 2010 11:17 AM CDT reply actions

We sure need a spark

by rams210 on Aug 19, 2010 12:48 AM CDT up reply actions

Like I said pre-preseason game...

“I see the talent there, I just wish I see it on the field.”

I mean, I know all the WRs read TST and felt they needed to show-off but, what I mean was “on the field… when it counts”. I’ll take $1M/yr to hop around the practice field impressing the local media goofs.

by Boofer on Aug 18, 2010 12:05 PM CDT reply actions

The Rams could have some tough decisions to make at WR

it’s probably too soon to call it a talent surplus, but it sounds like almost any combination they decide on will be good for the team.

by tbell61 on Aug 18, 2010 12:07 PM CDT reply actions

I like hearing

that sort of attitude from Grant, and I hope it’s prevalent throughout the team. And here’s a +1 for pointing out Robbins website. Thanks.

THIS year's the year. I hope....

by thisguy on Aug 18, 2010 7:15 PM CDT reply actions

by Midasknight on Aug 19, 2010 10:57 AM CDT reply actions

I think this is a make or break year for Avery

Now, it usually takes WRs until their third year to get going so I’m not down on him just yet. But I do think at this point he needs to play well or get out of the way.

by CoachConnors on Aug 19, 2010 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions