Random Ramsdom: 8/23 Questions remain on depth

Rams Mailbag: Who will be the RB backup | The Rams

According to Los Angeles Rams insider Myles Simmons, RB Malcom Brown still seems to have the lead on the backup role.

Why Rams are trying Easley at OLB | Ramswire

The Rams are turning to a former DT to help rush the passer with Dominique Easley.

Rams Coach McVay will keep reasons to self regarding Galette | Bleacher Report

Coach McVay wants to keep mum about why the Rams ultimately passed on EDGE Junior Galette.

Without a first rounder, the Rams draft picks are a work in progress | ESPN

OL Joseph Noteboom is the Rams highest pick and he has impressed with his versatility while others like LB Travin Howard and Ogbonnia Okoronkwo have been nursing injury.

The NFL that went “all-in” | Wall Street Journal (subscription required)

The WSJ describes how the Rams tried a bold strategy in trading away draft picks for premium talent.

Some key Rams to sit against Texans | Ramswire

While many of the starters including Jared Goff and Todd Gurley are to play in the preseason tilt against the Houston Texans, TE Gerald Everett and WR Josh Reynolds are not going to play.

Are the Rams trading Donald? | Niners Nation

While the DL Aaron Donald is salivating for a new deal, Niners Nations is speculating but hopeful the Rams would trade him....

NFL breakout player candidate: Tyler Higbee | SB Nation

SB Nation’s Stephen White gives Rams TE Tyler Higbee a “moderate” chance of breaking out in McVay’s second year as the head ball coach.

NFC West betting preview | Sports Illustrated

While the Rams are betting favorites, the 49ers look like a team in position to rise.