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Random Ramsdom 11/20: Mixed Reports on Move to L.A. While Rams Prep for Chargers

St. Louis Rams’ players are winning weekly awards, former players are vying for a Hall of Fame induction, and rumors of a move to Los Angeles continue to swirl...

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Eric Dickerson Foresees Move Back to LA...with Adrian Peterson |  TwinCities.com

Dickerson is feeling pretty good about the team moving back to Los Angeles. He said he’s heard from several Rams officials, whom he wouldn’t name, that such a scenario is likely.

Rams’ Gamble on Britt is Paying Dividends |  St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Kenny Britt hasn’t set the world on fire, but he is providing a spark for the Rams’ wide receiver corps.

LA Dance Continues for Rams, Raiders, Chargers |  Pro Football Talk

Sunday’s game between the Raiders and Chargers launched a three-week round-robin of franchises that may move to L.A. This week, it’s Rams-Chargers; next week, it’s Raiders-Rams.

Four Members of Greatest Show on Turf Up For the Hall |  ESPN

There's still a long way to go but for the four members of the Greatest Show on Turf Rams, the hope of going into the Hall of Fame together on the first ballot remains alive.


GSOT Creating a Hall of Fame Traffic Jam |  Lyndy’s Sports

Almost four years ago, when running back Marshall Faulk was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a first-time eligible, it signaled the beginning of the group of outstanding players from the St. Louis Rams "Greatest Show on Turf" teams that would some day also be considered for enshrinement.

Scouting Report:  Rams vs. Chargers |  San Diego Chargers’ Official Site

The San Diego Chargers have their sights set on their second consecutive win and a 7-4 record when they welcome the St. Louis Rams to Qualcomm Stadium on Sunday.

Rams-Chargers Preview |  Fox Sports

The Chargers have dropped six of 10 all-time matchups, most recently losing 20-17 at St. Louis in 2010 as Rivers was sacked a career-high seven times.

Rams Look to Close Tough Stretch on a High Note |  ESPN

If the St. Louis Rams can find a way to beat the San Diego Chargers on Sunday, they will be 4-4 in their past eight games.

Legatron Named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week |  ESPN

As a rookie, St. Louis Rams kicker Greg Zuerlein made a habit of winning awards for his powerful right leg. He took home a pair of Special Teams Player of the Week honors in Week 4 and Week 13 of the 2012 season.


Week 11 Pro Bowl Cheat Sheet |  Pro Football Focus

In 2013 the Rams sent Robert Quinn and Johnny Hekker to the Pro Bowl.  With eleven weeks in the books in 2014, there’s a different Rams’ player that PFF sees fit for a Hawaiian getaway.

Jared Cook is Quietly Having a Strong Season |  Cover 32 Rams

Ask 100 Rams fans their opinion on tight end Jared Cook, and you might get 100 different answers. Some might say he’s overpaid, some have called him a letdown, some may be indifferent. However, overshadowed by quarterback changes, a late-emerging defensive line, and an impressive rookie class, Cook has had a very quietly productive 2014 campaign.

Mason the Key to a Rams Week 12 Victory |  Rant Sports

The next three games for St. Louis could change everything, as they play a tough game away from home against the San Diego Chargers followed by two much easier matchups with the Oakland Raiders and the Washington Redskins.

Rookie Stock Report, Week 11 |  Ramblin’ Fan

The Rams came away with the shocker of the week, as they defeated the Denver Broncos 22-7. St. Louis beat Denver in all three phases, and they improve their record to 4-6 on the season. The Rams have now beaten three of the four Divisional Championship teams from last year. Here is Ramblin’ Fan’s breakdown of the 2014 rookie draft class after week 11.

Chris Mortensen Not So Sure of a Rams Move to Los Angeles...



Welcome To the Machine...

ESPN has this fancy little app they call the "Playoff Machine."  It allows you to hand-pick the winning/losing teams in every NFL game from Weeks 12-17.  You can be honest with yourself...or you can throw in a bunch of losses and ties for NFC West opponents and end up with something like what you see above.

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Question of the Day: Hall of Fame running back Eric Dickerson says he thinks the Rams’ offense could use Adrian Peterson.  Given the fact that he’s out for the remainder of 2014, and may never play another game in a Vikings uniform, would you be interested in [the Rams] signing him?