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Twitter Talk
I thought it was the ankle Chris Long was having trouble with??:
Just poured coffee on my waffles accidentally. A substantial amount. Thought it was syrup. Going to be a long day.
— Chris Long (@JOEL9ONE) September 27, 2014
Speaking of Chris Longs' ankle...some good news:
Chris Long's scooter is no more. He also ditched the heavy cast on left ankle. He's now in a walking boot and has crutches.
— Nick Wagoner (@nwagoner) September 25, 2014
Jeff Fisher's reply, when asked how to reduce penalties:
"Well, we just get them to call penalties, and not throw flags when there's no infractions. That'll significantly reduce it."
— Jim Thomas (@jthom1) September 24, 2014
JL55 speaks the truth...:
Laurinaitis critiques Rams' defense: "We have what we want to accomplish as a unit. To be blunt, we've fallen short of those expectations."
— Bradford Bruns (@GameofBruns) September 24, 2014
Happy Birthday TST!!:
8 years ago today, @justRVB gave birth to a beautiful nine-word baby. Happy Birthday @TurfShowTimes! pic.twitter.com/qhYacDwGVm
— Brandon Bate (@NoPlanB_) September 26, 2014
The Rise and Fall of the 2012 NFL Draft: Grantland
The top ten selections in 2012 look pretty ho-hum thus far. Luckily for the Rams, they get a thumbs up for the selection of Michael Brockers with the Number 14 overall selection. Their second round picks? A mixed bag of Isaiah Pead, Janoris Jenkins, and Brian Quick.
Where is the Rams' pass rush?: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Jeff Fisher noted one of the bigger reasons the Rams' pass-rush has been held in check so far this season:
"It’s been our — I don’t want to say inability — but at times difficulty that we’ve had stopping the run. We’re creating an opportunity for teams to pick up significant gains on the ground. And if anybody had their preference, they’d do it that way."
Rams Studs And Duds: CBS Local St. Louis
Cedric Williams takes a look at who has performed - and who hasn't - for the Rams 3 weeks into the season.
It's Time For A Solution: Sports Illustrated - MMQB
Perhaps a truly independent "conduct" panel is the solution to the NFL's ongoing misconduct and discipline problems. So far, Roger Goodell all by himself has not been the answer.
Rookie Highlight Reel: CB - E.J. Gaines
Rams Stadium Report: History Of Leverage Use To Build Stadiums Runs Deep In NFL: 101 ESPN
Stan Kroenke wouldn't be the first - nor the last - NFL owner to use leverage in stadium negotiations. Could he pull the trigger and move the team to LA?
"Without a doubt, Rams owner Stan Kroenke – the second-wealthiest owner in the nation’s most prestigious sports league – possesses both the wealth and business acumen to ultimately pull off a move to Los Angeles if necessary steps are not quickly taken by local leadership to ensure the long-term stay of the franchise that brought both a Super Bowl title and the greatest show on turf to the Show-Me State, the St. Louis Rams."
Word of Muth: State of the Rams: Football Outsiders
Ben Muth dissects the performance of the Rams' offensive line in the game against the Dallas Cowboys.
St. Louis Rams Team Report: Inside Slant: Global Post
A snapshot of the Rams during the bye week.
St. Louis Rams Bye Week Reflections: Pro Football Spot
Tim Godfrey insists that Austin Davis is the answer (whether Coach Fisher believes it or not). He goes on to suggest the offense is better than expected, but must still has a way to go. Godfrey concludes by figuring the Rams should forget about "Sack City", and just stop the opposing offense.
Stat Facts Of The Week: Career Rushing Yards Leaders
Rank Player Yds Years Teams 1. Emmitt Smith 18,355 1990-2004 2TM 2. Walter Payton 16,726 1975-1987 Chi 3. Barry Sanders 15,269 1989-1998 Det 4. Curtis Martin 14,101 1995-2005 2TM 5. LaDainian Tomlinson 13,684 2001-2011 2TM 6. Jerome Bettis 13,662 1993-2005 2TM 7. Eric Dickerson 13,259 1983-1993 4TM 8. Tony Dorsett 12,739 1977-1988 2TM 9. Jim Brown 12,312 1957-1965 Cle 10. Marshall Faulk 12,279 1994-2005 2TM 11. Edgerrin James 12,246 1999-2009 3TM 12. Marcus Allen 12,243 1982-1997 2TM 13. Franco Harris 12,120 1972-1984 2TM 14. Thurman Thomas 12,074 1988-2000 2TM 15. Fred Taylor 11,695 1998-2010 2TM 16. John Riggins 11,352 1971-1985 2TM 17. Corey Dillon 11,241 1997-2006 2TM 18. O.J. Simpson 11,236 1969-1979 2TM 19. Warrick Dunn 10,967 1997-2008 2TM 20. Steven Jackson 10,830 2004-2014 2TM
Former Rams players figure prominently on the Career Rushing Yards Leaders Top-Twenty. Jerome Bettis (1993-1995), Eric Dickerson (1983-1987), Marshall Faulk (1999-2005), and Steven Jackson (2004-2012) all make the list.
Rams Legends: Merlin Olsen
Merlin Olsen played in the shadow of another revered member of the Fearsome Foursome - David Deacon Jones. Olsen played his entire 15-year career as a defensive tackle for the Los Angeles Rams. A 14-time Pro Bowler, Olsen was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1982, in his first year of eligibility. The following is a tribute to one of the greatest players to ever don a Rams jersey:
2015 NFL Mock Draft: NFL Mocks
And just like that, the Rams select QB Marcus Mariota with the Number One overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft.
Rams' Quick Finally Fulfilling Lofty Expectations: Scout.com - Gridiron Gateway
It's taken some time, but Brian Quick is finally showing why Jeff Fisher thought so highly of him at the time of his 2'nd round selection in the 2012 NFL Draft:
"He’s a tall, athletic, talented receiver. He’s got great speed and impressive ball skills. He might not be a big name, but we believe he'll do some big things for us."
Rams looking to rev up pass rush any way possible: ESPN NFL Nation
Teams are devising ways to overcome the Rams' fierce pass rush. Throwing quick passes and running the football are two ways opposing offenses are neutralizing the Rams' pass rush.
Can The Rams Still Make The Playoffs?: Ramblin' Fan
The Rams can still make some noise, and take a run at a playoff berth. If the defense can live up to its preseason billing - and the offense continues to grow - anything can happen.
On This Day In Sports History
1946 - Los Angeles (previously Cleveland) Rams play their first NFL Game in LA.
1954 - Willie Mays makes the famous over-the-shoulder catch of Vic Wertz' 460' drive.
Rams could get Tavon Austin and Shaun Hill back after bye week: Fox Sports Midwest
Will Jeff Fisher stick to his word, and start QB Shaun Hill, if he's ready to go against the Eagles this week?
Rams not looking ahead to tough stretch: ESPN NFL Nation
When a team faces a brutal 8-game stretch in the middle of a season, they prepare for it by taking it one game at a time.
ESPN suspends Bill Simmons for criticism of Roger Goodell: Sports Illustrated
Bill Simmons goes ballistic on Roger Goodell: Business Insider
The popular Editor-in-Chief of Grantland (owned by ESPN) was suspended for three weeks, after a tirade directed at NFL Commissioner Roger Goddell (sp.). Simmons had the nerve to call Goodell a liar (among other things).
Revisiting the Greatest Show On Turf: FiveThirtyEight
Mike Martz asked one question: "Why does the run have to set up the pass?". In answering the question, Martz and the Rams revolutionized the game of football.
The Pressers
Jeff Fisher Press Conference - September 25: St. Louis Rams Official Website
Jeff Fisher Press Conference - September 24: St.Louis Rams Official Website
Robert Quinn Press Conference - September 24: St. Louis Rams Official Website
Joe Barksdale Press Conference - September 25: St. Louis Rams Official Website
Fisher Up Front: St. Louis Rams Official Website
The Jeff Fisher Show - September 22: 101 ESPN
Jeff Fisher Show 9-22-14 from 101ESPN on Vimeo.
Mike Martz talks about the 1999 St. Louis Rams: 101 ESPN
Torry Holt explains why penalties are an issue for the Rams: 101 ESPN
St. Louis Rams Weekly Salary "Re-Cap"
The Rams currently have $4,481,133 in available salary cap space, lowest in the league. The Rams structured Robert Quinn's recent contract extension to have little additional impact on the Rams' 2014 salary cap. I'll be publishing a complete breakdown of his contract - plus a complete salary cap update - within the next week.
Where Rams stand statistically at the bye: ESPN NFL Nation
Nick Wagoner looks at the Rams in a variety of major statistical categories.
Donald off to a promising start: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Aaron Donald has shown why he was an early first round draft selection in 2014, and a fine addition to the Rams' defensive line.
Jeff Fisher says running back split will continue: ESPN NFL Nation
From Coach Fisher:
"We’ll continue with that. It’s even, but Zac gets going, gets on a roll he gets five or six straight carries or something like that, then you are going to flip them. We’ve always done that."
Top 5 Ways The Rams Can Win The Bye Week: Cover 32 Rams
The Rams went into the bye week with many issues to iron out. We'll see how much they've learned and grown as a team, when the Rams travel to face the Eagles this weekend.
St. Louis Rams Current Roster And Depth Chart
C Scott Wells Tim Barnes Barrett Jones RG Davin Joseph LG Rodger Saffold Greg Robinson RT Joe Barksdale LT Jake Long Mike Person TE Lance Kendricks Cory Harkey TE Jared Cook Alex Bayer WR Tavon Austin Austin Pettis Stedman Bailey WR Brian Quick Kenny Britt Chris Givens RB Benny Cunningham Chase Reynolds Trey Watts RB Zac Stacy Tre Mason QB Shaun Hill Austin Davis Case Keenum PK Greg Zuerlein P John Hekker LS Jake McQuaide DT Kendall Langford Aaron Donald DT Michael Brockers Alex Carrington DE William Hayes Eugene Sims DE Robert Quinn Ethan Westbrooks MLB James Laurinaitis OLB Alec Ogletree Daren Bates OLB Jo-Lonn Dunbar Ray Ray Armstrong CB Janoris Jenkins Brandon McGee CB Trumaine Johnson E.J. Gaines Marcus Roberson FS Rodney McLeod Cody Davis Lamarcus Joyner SS T.J. McDonald Maurice Alexander Practice Squad IR - Des. For Return Injured Reserve OT Mike Remmers DE Chris Long TE Mason Brodine OL Brandon Washington RB Isaiah Pead DE Kourtnei Brown QB Sam Bradford CB Jemea Thomas OC Demetrius Rhaney DT Matt Conrath WR Justin Veltung QB Garrett Gilbert FS Christian Bryant WR Emory Blake LB Denicos Allen
The roster has been updated to reflect all transactions as of 11.00 pm Sunday, September 28. The Rams released TE Brad Smelley from the Practise Squad, replacing him with WR Justin Veltung, who returns after a one-week absence from the PS.
Blast From The Past: Classic Rock Monday: Led Zeppelin - Kashmir
Please have a great Monday and a Ramtastic week!!