Random Ramsdom, June 12: Tavon Austin Is Primed for a Breakout Season

Rams’ Dome Running Out of Money:  ESPN NFL Nation

The indoor football stadium that the St. Louis Rams call home is running out of money as the NFL's team long-term future in the city remains murky.

Greatest Overrated and Underrated NFL Games:  Yahoo! Sports

Here’s an article where one of the Rams’ greatest achievements is considered overrated, while losing in heart-wreching fashion is considered one of the league’s most underrated.  Enjoy!

Recovery For Bradford, Long Key to Rams’ Success:  St. Louis Rams’ Official Site

While much attention regarding the Rams’ offensive has been directed toward a running game following the re-signing of guard Rodger Saffold and the use of a second overall pick on offensive lineman Greg Robinson, the success of the unit likely will hinge heavily on the performance of two players returning from injury.

$62mil Hole In Jones Dome Future:  St. Louis Post-Disptach

The Edward Jones Dome is running out of money.  The $24 million annual payments that cover stadium upkeep and pay off construction debt are scheduled to end over the next decade. Meanwhile, costs to keep toilets flushing, escalators rising and scoreboards blinking continue to grow.

Can the Rams Win the NFC West [VIDEO]:  NFL.com

The NFL network panel of four discuss whether or not the Rams have what it takes to win the NFC West...a division that boasts two of the best teams in the NFL.



Tavon Austin Says Game Has Slowed Down for Him:  Pro Football Talk

The Rams didn’t draft a wide receiver last month and their only veteran free agent move was to give Kenny Britt a chance to rebound from a lost season in Tennessee.

Austin Says Move to NFL Was Big Adjustment:  Ramblin’ Fan

When Tavon Austin was drafted by the St. Louis Rams (who traded up to select him, mind you), expectations were aplenty for the physically gifted athlete.They only grew as Austin tore through training camp but when the games kicked off, Austin looked like a shell of his collegiate self.

Tavon Says He’s Going to "Bounce Back":  Fox Sports Midwest

Tavon Austin doesn't hide his disappointment with a rookie season that ended prematurely.  The No. 8 overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft had finally found his footing late last season and was beginning to establish himself as the playmaker the Rams needed when the speedy wide receiver suffered an ankle sprain that caused him to miss the final three games.

Tavon Austin 2014 Fantasy Football Profile:  Rant Sports

After being selected eighth overall in the last year’s draft, there was a good amount of fantasy football hype surrounding St. Louis Rams WR Tavon Austin. Unfortunately, the elusive wideout was rather streaky last season and failed to live up to his lofty expectations.

Robinson Learning the Ropes at Guard:  BND.com

Getting drafted second overall has got to be a heady feeling. Greg Robinson checked any ego at the door, learning quickly how to fit in with the St. Louis Rams.

Ten Questions for Rams’ Rookie RB Mason: ESPN 101

101ESPN grabbed the Rams’ newest ground threat to ask him ten completely random (and perhaps nonsensical) questions with the goal of getting to better know Tre Mason.

Joseph Took Long Road to Rams:  ESPN NFL Nation

With Rodger Saffold all but signed to a lucrative free-agent contract with the Oakland Raiders, the St. Louis Rams had already begun working on contingency plans.

Rams’ Happy With Wide Receivers:  KFFL.com

The St. Louis Rams did not select a wide receiver with any of their 12 selections in this year's draft, and head coach Jeff Fisher said they are happy and confident with the group of young receivers they have on their roster.

Five NFL Coaches With Something to Prove:  Football Nation

Fisher has been armed with a blockbuster trade to rebuild a team that already had a stout front seven in place. Their defense is as good as there is in the NFC West which should be expected with all the first rounders and Fisher's pedigree. As with any coach, Fisher is attached at the hip with his quarterback Sam Bradford who needs to stay healthy to give them a chance. The Rams passed on their choice of quarterbacks this year in the draft, so Bradford needs to reward that faith or everyone could be looking for employment.