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Cardinals sign LB Paris Lenon

2010-03-15T18:49:00Z

Cardinals sign LB Paris Lenon

It's a three year deal too. The Cardinals could be contending for the middle of the pack in the NFC West this year considering the major losses they've had. Lenon was a backup-level player thrust into a starting role with the Rams after the Witherspoon trade. He wasn't what I'd call an asset at WLB either.

"With no Larry Foote on board, the Cardinals agreed to terms on a three-year contract with free...

2010-03-15T17:35:01Z

"With no Larry Foote on board, the Cardinals agreed to terms on a three-year contract with free agent linebacker Paris Lenon."

Adam Schefter via Twitter.

March Madness at TST

2010-03-15T16:50:02Z

March Madness at TST

If you're interested in getting on a TST bracket for the NCAA tournament, check it out.

Richie Incognito visiting Dolphins.

2010-03-15T11:17:03Z

Richie Incognito visiting Dolphins.

The Colts and Bengals are reportedly interested too.

Fraley signs with Rams

2010-03-15T00:34:25Z

Fraley signs with Rams

http://twitter.com/RalphCindrich/status/10481229354

Sean Canfield is underrated

2010-03-14T00:52:01Z

Sean Canfield is underrated

I hope the Rams snatch him in the draft, he's an accurate passer. I am a Beavs fan, so I'm bias, but Canfield is a pretty decent QB

OL Hank Fraley negotiating with Rams

2010-03-13T22:15:27Z

OL Hank Fraley negotiating with Rams

I don't know anything about the guy, hope he's good

LA Rams HOF DT Merlin Olsen dies

2010-03-11T17:10:04Z

LA Rams HOF DT Merlin Olsen dies

One of the franchise's all time greats lost his battle with cancer today. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Merlin Olsen Passes Away at Age 69

2010-03-11T16:55:56Z

Merlin Olsen Passes Away at Age 69

Sad news today. Merlin Olsen, arguably the greatest defensive tackle of all time, and part of the legendary, greatest ever "Fearsome Foursome," passed away Wednesday night after a battle with Mesothelioma. May he rest in peace, one of the Greatest Rams ever.

New mock from Kiper & McShay (Insider only)

2010-03-11T01:01:53Z

New mock from Kiper & McShay (Insider only)

ESPN's draft braintrust dropped a side-by-side mock. Summary: the Bradford train has left the station.

Wonderlicin' Good!

2010-03-10T22:30:04Z

Wonderlicin' Good!

From Rotoworld:
Oklahoma QB Sam Bradford reportedly scored an impressive 36 on the Wonderlic Test. For comparison, Matt Ryan scored a 32 in 2008. Florida QB Tim Tebow had a 22 the 50-question test, and was outdone by both Colt McCoy of Texas (25) and Notre Dame's Jimmy Clausen (23). None of the scores are close to the red-flag range. Bradford's might have helped his draft stock slightly.

TE Tony Scheffler will skip Denver's offseason conditioning program

2010-03-10T16:22:12Z

TE Tony Scheffler will skip Denver's offseason conditioning program

That's a pretty good sign that he's still operating under the belief that he'll be traded. Hopefully, the Rams are in the mix.

Double W going to the Titans.

2010-03-10T01:55:00Z

Double W going to the Titans.

The Branching Risks of Acquiring Brandon Marshall

2010-03-09T15:54:31Z

The Branching Risks of Acquiring Brandon Marshall

Here's a really well thought out argument from Field Gulls about the risk of trading for WR Brandon Marshall. More than just Marshall, though, it's a salient cautionary tale to read as we progress through another free agent/trading period. Every armchair GM should devote five minutes to this post.

"I don’t care what anybody says (about Bulger). This is a helluva kid. He’s a pro’s pro and under...

2010-03-08T22:10:38Z

"I don’t care what anybody says (about Bulger). This is a helluva kid. He’s a pro’s pro and understands everything.

"We told him as soon as there’s clarity and we have a feel for how this will play out, he’ll be the first person to know. It could be anything, and he understands that. Our position right now is that he’s still a member of the Rams and if that ever changes we’ll be up front with Marc."

This was linked earlier, but I didn't feel it was highlighted. That's Billy Devaney on Marc Bulger. I think they're looking at all options at this point.

CB prospect Alterraun Verner Q&A at BCC

2010-03-08T00:47:20Z

CB prospect Alterraun Verner Q&A at BCC

Big Cat Country has been landing some cool interviews; they just closed out a live Q&A with Alterraun Verner, a name I threw out before the combine.
Most Rams-related quote? In response to the three toughest WR he faced: "I will say Desean jackson, steve smith (Giants), And Brandon Gibson"

The Denver Broncos won’t negotiate a trade for Marshall. Either a team is prepared to pay a f...

2010-03-07T18:34:45Z

The Denver Broncos won’t negotiate a trade for Marshall. Either a team is prepared to pay a first-rounder or move along. Denver will not take calls on Marshall; it’s either an offer sheet or he plays in Denver next season.

Though that obviously puts the Rams out of contention for Marshall (if they ever were contending), it makes me smile because it means Seattle might be slightly less likely to make the deal. They do, however, have two first round picks, so it's not out of the question.

Jonathan Wade visiting the Lions

2010-03-07T18:31:14Z

Jonathan Wade visiting the Lions

Drafted when Linehan was the head coach of the Rams, he must have put a bug in Schwarz's ear on his former draft pick. I'm not at all against coaches bringing in "their guys" for certain roles though.

Kampman to Jags

2010-03-07T17:04:26Z

Kampman to Jags

The Rams insist on primarily building through the draft, because that's the way the best teams do...

2010-03-07T13:09:13Z

The Rams insist on primarily building through the draft, because that's the way the best teams do it.

Here's a recommended column from Bernie Miklasz counseling patience on the Rams approach to rebuilding the team. Worth a read.