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As jroman pointed out, nabbing Gregg Williams as the secondary coach might be a little far-fetched for the Rams given Williams ability to step in as a coordinator somewhere else.

The surprisingly Super Bowl bound Giants might be one possibility. Their defensive coordinator, Steve Spagnuolo, is a potential candidate for the Redskins head coaching job, and Williams is held in "high regard" by coach Tom Coughlin. That scenario is highly unlikely, however, as the 'Skins will most likely hire former Giants coach Jim Fassel.

Hey, that means the Rams could hire Spagnuolo to replace Linehan after the 2008 season.

Williams is also interviewing for the Jaguars defensive coordinator position, possibly as soon as today. Suffice it to say, if either one of those two gigs are a possibility, there's not a chance he'll take a lesser position with the Rams of all teams.

The Cowboys and Dolphins have reportedly worked through the preliminary arrangements on a deal to swap the first overall pick for the Cowboys' #22 and #28 picks, some other picks, and possibly Marion Barber. With the second overall pick, I'd think the Rams could work out such a deal if so inclined. There are lots of reason to make a deal like this that could benefit the Rams: 1) get additional picks, including two first rounders, to address as many needs as possible with players ready to contribute, 2) save the cap space that the #2 pick would command. On the other hand, you're forfeiting a shot at a home run pick, the chance to get a guy that can be one of the franchise's cornerstones for years to come...or, if you're the Rams, at least until the end of his first contract.

Position reviews/team needs start this week at TST. We start with RBs.

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another thought
If the cowboys trade up, which looks pretty good from that report, they will go after mcfadden.
Then, if they sign mcfadden, the rams are then on the clock!  Unfortunately, I don't know who anyone would want to move up for.  Maybe if Matt Ryan increases his draft stock some QB hungry team would move up ahead of the 3-5 teams.
Now, if they don't trade down, the rams get the pick of the best non-RB in the draft.  That is pretty darn good for us because we don't need at RB.
It is official, I am thinking too much about the draft for it still being January.
Sadly(but not really), I'll be on vacation in the Caribbean during the draft, so I guess 48 straight hours on the beach instead of the couch.

by jroman on Jan 28, 2008 10:36 AM CST reply actions  

the time to be on vacation
as a Rams fan, is anytime from week 4 through the end of the season. there's always hope in April.

by Ryan Van Bibber on Jan 28, 2008 3:31 PM CST up reply actions  

exactly!
the nfl draft is christmas for strug-a-ling teams, like our beloved rams.
i'll just have to find an ESPN feed somehow.

by jroman on Jan 28, 2008 3:49 PM CST up reply actions  

D-Line
I can't help but think we'll have something very special in Dorsey if he's there.  I know we've "Jimmy'd" the hell outof other drafts when it comes to the D-Line, but this one seems like as close to can't miss as possible.  I think our defense could be pretty damn good with a solid line.  Chavous will be saved some face.

Picture this:

Carriker
Dorsey
Ryan
Little

by AmpLee on Jan 29, 2008 2:10 AM CST reply actions  

i could live with that
a talented, young d-line would be the foundation of this team for years to come...and more of year-in, year-out guarantee than offense.

by Ryan Van Bibber on Jan 29, 2008 8:20 AM CST up reply actions  

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