St. Louis Rams add DT Justin Bannan
The St. Louis Rams added another free agent today. Joining the team on a three-year deal is veteran defensive tackle Justin Bannan. Bannan was released by the Broncos after one season in Denver.
What can Bannan do for the Rams' DL?
Coming from the Ravens, Bannan was just another player lost in Josh McDaniels, uh, spotty personnel management while running the Broncos. Bannan can play in both the five- and three-technique spots. He has that versatility, but will mostly be featured as an inside tackle with the Rams. Pass rushing isn't really his forte, but he is strong at the point of attack and a can occupy blockers and clog lanes. He also tackles well.
Bannan is 32, so it's another 30+ DT to join Robbins. However, with Quinn and Spagnuolo's proclivity for stockpiling defensive ends, he won't be a three down player.
Here's a thorough breakdown of Bannan from Mile High Report, complete with the Xs and Os football junkies will love.
This probably signals that Gary Gibson, a free agent, will not return.
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So our DTs are
Robbins, Scott, Cudjo, and now Bannan. Not the worst group to go into the season with, especially with the great DE’s we have in Long, Hall, Selvie and Quinn
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a poor push up front will negate our great ends.
this is why i have been begging for a DT, so far i am unimpressed.
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by nodisrespect on Jul 30, 2011 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Big upgrade.
Biiiig upgrade. Not close to Mebane, but not close to Gibson as well (in a good way).
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
Wow, you're busy today
You think Okoye is a possibility for injecting youth to the DT spot? Is he still with the Texans or is he cut?
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 3:29 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
How about calling MSW.
Mike Sky – Walker,… I posted it on other blog,…But everyone was gone already. GO RAMS !!
LOL! I actually like that. Pretty good pun.
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Sam to Sky-Walker, has a nice ring
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 3:55 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I threw out his stats on the ronnie brown post.
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Easily an upgrade over Gibson.
Would have loved him back for depth but oh well, every move we’ve made has easily been an upgrade. Clayton and Snelling, we need you both.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
Starter.
He’s not Robbins, but he’s certainly an adequate second starter, which we did not have last year. I meant I would like Gibson back for depth.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
starter
but we always keep a rotation to keep guys fresh
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and mix up the crew too
Spags will roll out 4 DE’s once in a while
by CoachConnors on Jul 30, 2011 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Pretty much
a starting-caliber Gibson. Plays hard all the time like Gibson did but more talented.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
I wanna keep 7.
Seriously. Did we keep 4 tight ends on the 53-man roster last year? Because I know we kept 6 receivers. If we did, then I could see Hoom, Kendricks, Onobun and Bajema kept as TE’s and Clayton, MSW, Avery, Amendola, Alexander, Pettis and Salas for receivers. No fullback, Kendricks and Hoom both capable as H-backs.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
I just hope Sims Walker still has it going...
he could be WR1 material if he’s healthy with his head on straight. I’m liking the receiving core all of a sudden. I feel like someones going to stand out, just don’t know who’s going to.
My bet is either Sims Walker,DX, or Pettis
I really like the signing of MSW. For some reason I think Pettis is going to contribute alot as a RC, just have a feeling.
With McDaniels here,
more than one will stand out.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
Even if we dont re-sign Clayton..
We have DX,Avery,Sims Walker,Pettis,Salas,Amendola. I have a feeling Clayton is done, the longer it goes without signing him, the better the chances are he is gone. Wouldnt mind to have him back tho. Still ALOT better at the WR position than we were last year!
Yeah
if he’s not back then 6 receivers it is, but I really want him back.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
Gibson
is apparently tearing it up in camp as we speak. Might have spoken too soon, can’t be good for DX… Arguably the most talented receiver we have but 5 surgeries sadly makes him the most expendable out of those 6.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
Gibson
How do you know what Gibson’s doing in camp?
Tweets from people
watching.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
Don't know,
probably Sam.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
you mean
hotdog?
You can pick your friends and
you can pick your butt.
But you can't pick your friends butt.
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by johnniewarthawg on Jul 30, 2011 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Yea
Hotdog Onobun. Dont rember who first said it but its golden
You can pick your friends and
you can pick your butt.
But you can't pick your friends butt.
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by johnniewarthawg on Jul 30, 2011 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions
If he's tearing it up and DX doesn't
Then DX might be gone to PS
Sam Bradford to Austin Pettis
Kinda has a ring to it
Yeah, DX is probably out
His knee is too big of a risk
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 3:45 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Yeah, you're probably not a doctor
Let’s quit speculating DX off the roster. Especially just because Gibson looks good in a freakin walkthrough practice! DX is among our most talented playmakers why on god’s green earth would we cut him just on the basis that he might injure his knee? Every receiver we have is only one play away from a career ending injury. If our medical staff clears him and he’s one of our top receivers he stays.
I don’t belittle the likelihood that DX’s career will likely be cut short due to hus knee issue but there is no reason to doubt we can get a few good years out of him.
I’m sorry but you’re not going to convince me that our WR corps are so strong that we can afford to cut DX due to his risk factor. Ludicrous!
Most expendable along with mardy and his inability to read a playbook.
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Mardy wasn't mentioned
in our final cut though. Man, I don’t want to lose DX.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
he will probably play 3 tech
with Robbins at nose, so he won’t play next to Long every play but about half the time he will. Depends on the offensive formation
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90% of Broncos fans wanted Bannan to stay with them
On this Mile High Report page. That’s comforting.
He was a 3-4 DE, should be intersting to see if he fits well, probably gives Spagnuolo a little more flexibility
I like this pick up.
Bannan may not be the best but he is consistent. A definite upgrade at DT. Another hole filled and all we need now is a back up RB.
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This guy's tackle and assist stats are double Gibson's. And he even had a sack.
Bannan is 3 years older than Gibson, but apparently a significant upgrade. Happy trails Gibbs! Quinn, Robbins, Bannan and Long with TWO real LB’s behind them could be a real defensive force. BUT, the future is now with Bannan, Robbins and Mikell in their 30’s. And I’m fine as frog hair with that approach. Who wants to build for 3 years down the road when SJax will be extinct?
you've been in a good mood recently Chop
what happened?
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The front office. That's what's happened.
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I kinda miss the old Chop though
he always said things that made me laugh, and always was fun to read. you should write another fan post again chop
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Eggzactly right! A 180 degree turn to my way of thinking.
My guess is Mr. Kroenke said Devaney/Spags; “Guys I’m not a patient man. You’ve had two full seasons and 3 drafts. Now make something happen NOW. I ain’t waiting a half decade to get to the playoffs in the worst division in NFL history.”
Like I said to the crew here-you can see good AND bad,then let the facts separate them
You haven’t reversed your way of thinking, there’s just some good shit goin on here!!
Admit it! You watch all those cute kitten videos on Youtube!
I’ve always enjoyed reading your comments. Now it’s time for a post.
LOL
I bet there are a few here that think you juggle kittens in your basement! LOL You the best Chop!
On a side note: Who would you like to see interviewed for TST. I’m working on a list right now.
Assume you mean players? All the new guys for sure!
It is going to be amazing seeing us finally field a team not loaded with backup calibre players. I will surely miss Mark Clayton though.
RamChop the Wise
Funny how you were getting crucified up until recently.
I’ve always liked your postings and comments. Some of your worrying has been a bit premature in my opinion though. For example, your lambasting of this past year’s draft and the suggestion that we wouldn’t be able to fill the remaining holes on O and D via free agency. Nevertheless all (most at least) your concerns were valid and I commend you for sticking to your guns.
AND….it sounds like you’re warming up to the front office and coach, which will be a welcomed addition in the future.
The truth is always the right answer....
by Pekka for Predator Pontiff on Jul 31, 2011 4:39 PM CDT up reply actions
lol
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MAYBE it was a little premature to call them worthless idiots for the last 2 years
Becasue its the same guys that jettisoned dead wood 2 years ago and spent high draft picks on high charcter, high production MLB OT and QB.
All the signs were there, all the moves were made in the right order….
by CoachConnors on Jul 30, 2011 3:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Somebody on one of these recent threads posted a link to a Falcons thread
The Falcons thread looked a lot like our Rams thread. GM is an idiot because he didn’t sighn this guy or that guy that genious poster wanted. The thread starter posted that the Falcon’s slow, methodical, and thought out approach to free agency had yielded very good results in the last couple of years. Like only 6 losses.
The Rams front office seems to be taking a similar approach. I hope so.
If Chop is happy I say we go for peace in the Middle East...
that situation is a lot easier to rectify than making Ram Chop happy.
by Da Rams! on Jul 30, 2011 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions 4 recs
We got the next 3 drafts, and DT's tend to not go as high as Suh and Dareus did
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 3:50 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
and I think a Starting caliber RB is clearly in the cards for the next draft
this year they’ll do well to get someone to preserve Jackson long enough that he can tutor the kid in 2012
by CoachConnors on Jul 30, 2011 3:52 PM CDT up reply actions
I am hoping for Trent Richardson or Kniles Davis...
Love my SEC RB’s!
I think he will go early
considering we will be drafting in the last 12
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Ingram (a heisman winner) went 28th
Rb’s are having less and less value in the draft, by Lattimore’s draft class, taking a RB in the first 2 rounds might be something you won’t see
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 4:00 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Not so fast
2010 nfl draft
CJ Spiller taken 9th
Ryan Matthews taken 12th
neither one the heisman both went before 28.
People that keep saying that are crazy. If another AD or McFadden comes out they will be taken in the top 10
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They are part of why people aren't drafting runners that high
Neither were worth the pick, and your right, but unless an AD or McFadden show up, runners aren’t gonna be valued as high. Ivory and Blount were both better than Spiller and Matthews, so there is value at that position.
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 4:21 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
That's who Lattimore is being compared to
They always mention him as the next AD… so why would he not be gone by pick 20?
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and every position has busts
and every position has udfa that become real good
not just RB
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I dont think he will come out next year, probably year after...
he is only a sophomore this year
Yeah, he'll be in the 2013 draft
I can wait till then for a replacement for SJax, unless SJax goes downhill this year
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 4:01 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I like Richardson more than Lattimore...
Like I said also wouldnt mind Kniles Davis.
I just hope Sjax still has enough gas left..
to play until we get someone for him to mentor to take over.
I'm waiting to see Trent be the main guy first
He has been the back up the 1st two, but he is a monster, just want to see him carry the load for a year
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 4:04 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
The way offenses are set up now
you need two capable RB’s to splite carries. I remember when Emmitt was Dallas’s only option for year’s. Now you have to have a solid starter but also someone else to carry the partial load. SJax is the only real RB left in the league. Also would love to have Lamichael James’s (sp?) speed on our offense, that would be dangerous. But he is like a Sproles or Bush, not an every down back.
Foster
carried the load and Peterson can too. So can CJ, shockingly. SJ is old fashioned though with his style and mentality.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
I'd say Adrian Peterson and SJax are the last true RB's
Peterson is on pace to be one of the 5 best runningbacks of all time
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 4:14 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Yea Peterson is great
But they also drafted Gerhart last year to help Peterson out. The older he gets the more of Gerhart we will see. Peterson is a beast tho and is one of the few true backs left.
I doubt it. Thats always a cyclicle thing.
Every once in awhile some 6’ 225 lb RB comes along that nobody can tackle.
True sophomore this year.
2013 draft eligible.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
nvm
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
I think hes a true soph
so he won’t be in this draft
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GREAT point RamChop
.. SJAX isn’t getitng younger
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Another move to shore up a weak spot for the short term
These signings of older, productive, short term players implies that they hope to solidify these positions in future drafts. I think it’s a pretty good plan. We know we had way too many holes to fill for the last 2 or 3 drafts to address them all. Plus I think the Rams approach of not relying on rookies is a great idea if your plan is to win the west. Ramchop I know you and I agreed that the right guard spot was our biggest need and I am ecstatic that they fixed that position with the guy I wanted all along.
Bannan is sick...
This dude is from where I live currently in orangevale ca. He is a beast, great for spags rotation…
by russ.b.rams on Jul 30, 2011 3:51 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Reggie Brown?
Hey Rams brothers, I am confused. I thought I read on a different post that we signed Reggie Brown as our backup RB. Is that confirmed? Is he a better pickup than Jason Snelling?
What’s the latest on Clayton? Are we bringing him back? I hope so. Thanks for any info you can provide. Go Rams!
by abiRam on Jul 30, 2011 4:04 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Ronnie Brown?
And only talked to, not signed.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
Brown or Snelling
Who would you take?
by abiRam on Jul 30, 2011 4:08 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Same here. Snelling over brown.
Either would be good though.
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Snelling.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
no news on clayton and we have not signed brown
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Ronnie Brown, and we haven't signed him
No clue on Clayton
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 4:06 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Thanks for the update
Sorry about using the wrong name. Obviously I dont know much about the guy…
by abiRam on Jul 30, 2011 4:07 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
defensive tackle will be high priority
come 2012 draft. I like the idea of bannan and robbins plugging up the middle, were improving our team in every aspect
My two favorite teams, the St. Louis Rams and whoever's playing the winers.
Nice having the ownership situation all settled...
Finally we go some players with potential coming in. Not a fan of flashy big names, just get some guys in here to get the job done. Well done FO. Get me a backup RB now.
Like this signing
as I said, all I want is a cheap, fat run clogger, and this is what bannan is.
I’ll take that an be very happy.
He and Robbins in the rotation will be solid. I’d like to keep Cudjo and Gibson as depth, also rotated in.
That’d be a nice balance of experience and youth.
Absolutely delighted with this off season (forgetting the Atogwe mess)
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Addai resigned with the colts
I’m glad.. I did not want him at all
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Thank god.
If we signed him I would have been pissed.
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It was a class act.
The way I read it he took a 35 mil. cut over offer for five years.
More like 2 mil per yr.
Class act would be someone making 20 thou giving up 2 though. Accepting 90 mil when offered 100 mil is hardly gut wrenching.
Noel Devine was waived from the ealges
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could be a good thing for us
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by MyACLisBrittle on Jul 30, 2011 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions
You need to chang that bradford + Julio thing.
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LOL that is a good point
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by MyACLisBrittle on Jul 31, 2011 8:42 AM CDT up reply actions
I would LOVE to add Devine's speed to the Rams
He would be a great kick returner and possible option out of the back field. Add Snelling and Devine, we would have a damn good back field. I am sure Devine would come cheap.
He wasn't drafted,
and he was waived by his first team, he’s gonna be as cheap as they get… I doubt he’d make our roster too.
"I kind of stepped my swagger up. You look at the Madden game and the swagger's so low, maybe they'll bump me up. Before it was a meatball flex, so you've got to liven it up a little bit." - Animal Jr.
How bad do you have to be to get cut in the first 2 days?
I would like to see some information on this cut.
Heck yes!!!
I love Bannan! He is going to be a nice upgrade on the line
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Melo + Amar'e = NBA Championships all day...
We coulda got Brodrick Bunkley from the Eagles for a 5th...
DAMMIT!!!!!!!!!!!
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who is that
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http://www.nfl.com/player/bradypoppinga/2506462/profile
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In 2007? released in 2008 and not played since then.
Couldn’t crack the pack’s lineup with Lenon in it? Brother was a Ram.
He could be a good veteran backup
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 4:49 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
NFL.com says he played 6 games in 2010
by King Sam Rules! on Jul 30, 2011 4:50 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
pack
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Off a Wiki page
Don’t know if its true. I’ve never heard of him or his brother. His sis played volleyball for Utah or Utah state. THAT i’d like to have seen.
I'm really hoping for Snelling
But I will say this, I doubt we’ll start the season withour BU RB addressed. Our FO is on fire… let’s start winning NOW
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i heard gibson tore it up
go figure
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by Buck Nasty87 on Jul 30, 2011 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Thats great. It really is.
I don’t care which ones we keep. Just, hopefully, 5 or 6 that can play. Play WR that is. Catch the ball maybe.
lol yea
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Gibson shows flashes
But I think we have a pretty good idea of what he is. Not a real playmaker, a decent receiver but not a difference maker. If he makes the team it means other players with more potential have failed i.e. DX, Gilyard, rookie etc.
we don't know yet
He has a lot of potential. Big frame, solid hands, good route running and YAC.
Only issue is inconsistency and lack of focus at times. When he is, he’s a beast. If he can’t focus in his 3rd season, then I agree, he’ll never be a dynamic playmaker, but the potential is DEFINITELY there.
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