St. Louis Rams Start Making Roster Moves
by Ryan Van Bibber on Sep 13, 2011 5:14 PM CDT
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PrintThe St. Louis Rams made a first round of roster moves, per the PD, to deal with their injuries today. All moves made today are on the practice squad. They also brought in a bevvy of cornerbacks and running backs to workout today as they look to fill the void left by injuries this week.
The most notable practice squad move was the addition of former Missouri center Tim Barnes. Barnes was one of the more underrated interior linemen available in the draft this year. His name was never called. The Ravens picked him up as a UDFA, but released him at the 53-man roster deadline. The Bengals had him in for a visit before the season started, but never signed him. A four-year product of Mizzou's spread system, Barnes is not a power lineman. He does have some pass blocking skills, and could have some real potential for the Rams. Here are some scouting reports on Barnes.
Also added to the practice squad was QB Tom Brandstater, a sixth-round pick by Josh McDaniels with the Broncos in 2009. Warm body to fill the third QB spot, which was previously held by WR Danny Amendola.
Seventh-round pick DB Jonathan Nelson was waived to make room on the practice squad along with UDFA RB Chase Reynolds. Don't be surprised if Nelson bounces back onto the PS once the other roster moves get sorted out.
Speaking of other roster moves, expect a couple more probably as soon as tomorrow. Ron Bartell will go to injured reserve, ending his season. OL Drew Miller is expected to be released as well.
Rams Park hosted a number of cornerbacks and running backs today as well. The Rams will likely add a running back since Steven Jackson is probably out this week. Don't expect them to hang onto that player.
The cornerbacks in the building were more interesting. The group included Rod Hood, recently of the Titans. Hood missed most of 2009 and all of 2010 with an ACL tear. Before he went down, he made some waves in Tennessee. If healthy, Hood could be an intriguing addition.
Joining Hood were Fred Bennett, Nathan Jones, and Robert McClain. McClain was with the Panthers last year. Bennett has been released by the Chargers, Bengals and Cardinals since October 2011. The McDaniels-led Broncos signed Jones to a four-year deal in the spring of 2010. He was released at the end of August this year.
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It’s not for a roster spot:
Also added to the practice squad
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by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Now
We making moves here
(Love by many hated by most) St. Louis Rams
by J-RAD2 on Sep 13, 2011 5:25 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
i forgot about jonathan nelson!
i was pissed when the rams released him, this kid has boatloads of potential, and loves to hit! pls bring him back into the fold. hes a keeper!
Anybody know when we'll get Amendola's MRI results?
I thought they’d be out by today but I guess not. Obviously that could have a big effect on what moves we need to make.
ya know what the heck...
put a flyer out for randy moss. why not? what do the rams have to lose? he can be released at anytime. he knows josh mcd, even better, he knows the system. give it a try. (just dont give him free time in the cafeteria! give him some coupons at a local subway, keep his ass out of there!)
is that randy when he was in minnesota or what? moss must be vegetarian....
by Mark Jaramillo on Sep 13, 2011 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions
It's Jared.
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by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions
And he has aids.
Vancouver Canucks reach Stanley Cup Finals: city riots, causing millions of dollars' worth of damage.
Joe Sakic makes a hole-in-one: saves lives of cancer patients.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, aiming squarely for the groin. DSB Record: 1-3-0
by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions
MOSS ON A TERRIBLE DAY
IS BETTER THAN WHAT WE HAVE FOREVER
Anyone know what has happened to Iglesias and Manny Johnson
I know they haven’t done anything, and probably never will. But what could it hurt (especially with our WR’s) to let them see if they can do something in a practice with Sam (try and respark there college connection, cause they were pretty good)
by King Sam Rules! on Sep 13, 2011 6:02 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
why would they
it’s already past week one. You’re not going to find many people that are going to make a huge difference.
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by 3k on Sep 13, 2011 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions
So this Brandstater is the best thing available at QB?
I like reading about how they’re made garbage by other teams…..great options. There are better options, and I’m sure of that
Possibly,
in Madden. I often trade as many low draft picks as possible to bring in a starter rated in the 80’s.
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
I'd love the Rams to pick up Darcel McBath.
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Joe Sakic makes a hole-in-one: saves lives of cancer patients.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, aiming squarely for the groin. DSB Record: 1-3-0
by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions
THE RAMS ARE NEVER CAPABLE OF PICKING ANYONE UP THAT MATTERS
UNLESS THEY GET A GOOD DRAFT FROM THEIR POOR SEASON BEFORE
You were doing so well
with the no caps too…
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
by douchiedude on Sep 13, 2011 10:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Classic example of a coach taking "his guy" with Brandstater
I cannot believe they jettisoned (and continue to ignore) T Lewis after he looked so good in the pre. Hell why not go get Tebow then, Josh?
I am unhappy with several of what look to be McDaniels inspired decisions, to be honest with you
I can deal with it if they get this battleship turned around but, if they can’t, decisions like this will haunt them. And me. For a long time.
Exception being Kendricks. I’ve wanted a top shelf receiving TE for a long time so I’m pretty happy to get one. (and yes he is one, despite the drops)
by CoachConnors on Sep 13, 2011 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions
AHH THATS WHAT THE RAMS LIKE ---WON'T COST$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
THERIN LIES THE PROBLEM
*sigh*
It will be sad if Tebow ends up a bust, because his future looked very bright last year. Getting a head coach that doesn’t know squat about a) offense, and b) QBs is going to hurt his development. How much, I don’t know.
I genuinely hoped that he would be beaten out by Weber. Most people would have laughed and derided McDaniels for picking him (even though he didn’t have a choice but to pick him or Colt McCoy), and celebrated on the pedestals of their vindication. I would have seen it as an opportunity to go to a team that actually wants him and wants him to succeed.
Can anyone imagine Tebow getting picked up by the Patriots? Would you still have laughed that Tebow got cut when you realise all those match-up nightmares Bill Belichick would be dreaming up?
Hell why not go get Tebow then, Josh?
That is why this comment makes me facepalm. Getting Tebow is somehow seen as a bad thing. Why is it? If you have a coach that can fix his problems (and there is evidence that McDaniels was achieving just that in 2010) and has the creativity to put him in positive situations, why are you opposed to picking up a player that can help you win?
Of course, there are political reasons for not doing it (both Bradford and Tebow are too competitive to accept diminished roles), but this angle isn’t worth discussing because we both know you’re not even considering it.
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Joe Sakic makes a hole-in-one: saves lives of cancer patients.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, aiming squarely for the groin. DSB Record: 1-3-0
by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions
"Getting Tebow is somehow seen as a bad thing. Why is it?"
Well, because he wouldn’t be an improvement over what they had in Thad Lewis. Tebow has a looong way to go before he’s ready. Thad was here for a while and looked very good in the pre-season, and ok, maybe he wasn’t a Bradford-level replacement but neither is Brandstater and neither is Tebow.
Tebow is certainly not going to help St. Louis win, it would be a complete waste of time to bring him in…..hence my comparison to Brandstater.
by CoachConnors on Sep 13, 2011 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm not really a Denver guy, whatever that's supposed to mean.
The post-Josh McDaniels events have disillusioned me.
If this was the week before McDaniels was fired, I would argue that Tebow doesn’t have a very long way to go. At that point, he had quickened his release, increased his accuracy, and improved his footwork. He was on his way there. He has regressed since, as I understand it.
The thing that many people overlook here is that Tebow is super-competitive. I was against the pick, but when I got a look at him afterwards, I quickly got that players rally around him and “play up”. Having someone like that will always help you win… he just needs to get on the field first (*cough*gimickplay*cough*).
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Joe Sakic makes a hole-in-one: saves lives of cancer patients.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, aiming squarely for the groin. DSB Record: 1-3-0
by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 11:31 PM CDT up reply actions
but he cannot help the Rams win, as you put it.
They have Bradford, so end of Tebow story. If he could get the right kind of coaching, if he could get more playing time, if, if….
I don’t like to judge picks too early but the reality is he’s a QB2 (or 3, depending on who is charting his team at the time), who is eating QB1 salary, needs QB1 playing time which he wouldn’t get here, and his skillset and ability isn’t anything Lewis can’t already do for millions less. But if he could help them win, then sure I’d be all for it.
by CoachConnors on Sep 13, 2011 11:43 PM CDT up reply actions
They have Bradford, so end of Tebow story
Here is where your thinking is limited. They have Bradford, so another QB isn’t needed. Why should it be that you can only play one QB in a game?
This archaic thinking used to be prevalent when discussing another position: RB. We have, say, Steven Jackson, so why do we need another RB to take away his carries?
Vancouver Canucks reach Stanley Cup Finals: city riots, causing millions of dollars' worth of damage.
Joe Sakic makes a hole-in-one: saves lives of cancer patients.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, aiming squarely for the groin. DSB Record: 1-3-0
by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 11:49 PM CDT up reply actions
No no no no no
You assume i have never comtemplated a multi QB set, which is incorrect. By your logic, teams should get back to back first round QB’s….that is exactly what you’re recommending here, that’s the reality of what Bradford and Tebow are….and I’m saying that’s not how you get your QB’s to develop properly. I know it’s a tantalizing idea, but its not a good idea.
by CoachConnors on Sep 13, 2011 11:53 PM CDT up reply actions
I just want to clarify that I’m not a huge Tebow fan. In fact, I actually like Kyle Orton (since his Purdue days). So, when I look at the QB situation in Denver, I’m not looking at it through skew glasses.
Tebow is gonna be tagged to McDaniels for a long time, but when Pat Bowlen, the Broncos owner, said he “expected” the Broncos to take a QB early, the writing was on the wall. Either Bradford, Tebow, or McCoy were going to end up in a Broncos uniform. Of course, there was no way McDaniels was going to get his guy (Bradford – yes, McDaniels wanted Bradford), so he positioned himself firmly between a rock and hard place and took the next best thing. With the hatred he got (and still gets) from Broncos fans and the MSM, Bowlen put him in a losing situation before the pick was even made – either everyone was going to complain that he took a TE at QB or they were going to complain that he took a midget with a weak arm. Pick your poison.
Vancouver Canucks reach Stanley Cup Finals: city riots, causing millions of dollars' worth of damage.
Joe Sakic makes a hole-in-one: saves lives of cancer patients.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, aiming squarely for the groin. DSB Record: 1-3-0
by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 11:45 PM CDT up reply actions
I understand you're a Denver guy, so face palming over Tebow is expected but
He has nothing to add to the Rams that Thad Lewis couldn’t.
by CoachConnors on Sep 13, 2011 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions
they can't get thad back now can they?
He signed with the Browns onto their 53 man roster….. or so I thought…… that killed me when they released him
I just realized -- you are correct
It was a tough one for me too. A young prospect who really looked good in the pre-, been here for a while, familiar with our WR’s, and he really brought a spark, when I saw him play at least. Not surprised someone else snapped him up.
by CoachConnors on Sep 14, 2011 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions
I lobbied for Barnes
I;m glad to see him get a shot, I hope this works out for him.
Wolf. Wolfgang Wolf
Benny Sapp?
I heard the Dolphins released him. He’s the guy who gave up the 99yd TD to Welker.
by CoolRam on Sep 13, 2011 6:39 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
I don't wanna give up
a 99 yard TD to Manningham :(
"Vick’s 100x the player Warner was.
Desean’s not quite at Holts level.
McCoy’s giving Faulk a run for his money.
Maclin’s better than Bruce.
"Warner never took over games."
Signed, wild_eagle - the most delusional person in the entire universe.
True
Shows how bad our CB situation is
by CoolRam on Sep 13, 2011 6:55 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
What is sad is that we really don't
I am happy with Bartell, Fletcher, Murphy….. until they are all on cruches at once….. then we are only left to cry….lmao
Is Rod Hood completely recovered from the ACL tear of last year?
He’s a cover corner and aexperienced one. I’d still like to consider Butler or Donovan Warren of Michigan, or Jamar Wall outta Texas Tech
Wolf. Wolfgang Wolf
Fendi Onobun
Seahawks signed him to their practice squad
by CoolRam on Sep 13, 2011 6:56 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
The Rams got Tom Bra...ndstater!
Sorry, 2009 joke.
Brandstater had a good rookie preseason, and was developing well into a solid backup, before falling victim to Pat Bowlen’s belief that good QBs are only drafted in the 1st round. He is tall, has a strong arm, and graduated ahead of time. He also had 4 different offensive coordinators in his 4 years at Fresno, and a very unstable pro career, so no one really knows what he can achieve with a little stability.
Good pickup for the PS.
Vancouver Canucks reach Stanley Cup Finals: city riots, causing millions of dollars' worth of damage.
Joe Sakic makes a hole-in-one: saves lives of cancer patients.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, aiming squarely for the groin. DSB Record: 1-3-0
by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 7:33 PM CDT reply actions
It's worth mentioning that Nathan Jones can also play safety. That versatility is one of the reasons he signed with the Broncos.
Vancouver Canucks reach Stanley Cup Finals: city riots, causing millions of dollars' worth of damage.
Joe Sakic makes a hole-in-one: saves lives of cancer patients.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, aiming squarely for the groin. DSB Record: 1-3-0
by Tempestuous Binary on Sep 13, 2011 7:56 PM CDT reply actions
Take care of our secondary first
1. SIGN Rod Hood to take Bartell’s roster spot
2. If Miller is released, move Nelson up to the main roster
3. Put Barnes or Miller on the PS
4. Pray that Sam Bradford will never get injured
WHAT YOU CAN'T UNDERSTAND IS THAT
THE FO CANNOT SIGN PEOPLE…EITHER THEY DON’T WANT TO COME TO ST. LOU..OR OUR FO IS INCOMPETANT…BUT WE KNOW THAT
Perhaps we should sign your flag football team.
by Zoo on Sep 13, 2011 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
oh, why did you go back to the caps?
You had me for a minute, J!
by CoachConnors on Sep 13, 2011 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions
SAD THING IS WE ARE
TALKING ABOUT NO NAME FOOTBALL PLAYERS TO HELP US…
See this is how the movie Replacemenst should've started
M-V-TEAGUE!!!!!!!!!!!!
Upon hearing that the nfl lockout was over, I faced in the general direction of Seattle and gave them the finger. GO RAMS
Follow me at @Th3_Prophet
Earn your money boys.
All you players who signed a nice contract to be on the 53 man roster, man up and get your shit together. no matter if your 1st. or 2nd or 3rd string your here for a purpose to play frekin football. as a fan like so many of us, we expect dedication and hard work. but watching sun. all i saw was players just out there trying to fiqure out what they were doing. yes, we lost some players do to injuries but now you need to step up. we do have a good team , but now is the time to see what your made of. if you need modivation, think about that nice check your getting instead of someone who got cut that really wanted to play. lets go boys beat those damn giants.
Sorry just venting.
because i know we have a better team in what we saw sunday.
Chase gone...
Sorry shedding a tear, love all 9 of the Montana boys in the league. Even cooler when one of them is finally on your team, Reynolds may not be big enough but, he makes Rudy look like a chump with how much heart the kid has.
91 For life!
He will get picked up by somebody thought
That kid is spunky. He reminds me of the runningback version of Amendola….. tiny as hell but seems to get around that and make plays.
When I first saw him in the preseason
I thought damn this kid is small. Then saw him run with the ball and said this kid is Amendola. He’ll catch on somewhere.
"SJAX" - The extra strength cleaner that fights off that Stubborn, Stingy Defense
Danny Woodhead is one of those kinda guys, too
Very easy to underestimate until you see how gutty they play
by CoachConnors on Sep 14, 2011 1:27 PM CDT up reply actions
Our CB situation
really hurts and the bad thing is every team we play knows it. Theres only one thing we can do and that is to get the best available CB we can find. The defensive front 4 have to put the pressure on big time, thats the only chance we have. Its time to show what we are made of. Monday we will see who the real Rams really are :)
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