The Rams have been pretty lucky with injuries as of this far, though bad news struck. James Laurinaitis has an aggravated pectoral muscle. All Rams fans should be praying that he is fine right now because he is the quarterback of the defense and an ascending player. He is going to be one of the best MLB's very soon. This is the last thing the Rams need, and hopefully its nothing big.
A sign of something bad could have been the signing of Ben Leber. Maybe this is just insurance, but lets hope not. I cant see this being too big of an injury and hope to see Laurinaitis right back out there practicing.
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Wednesday, 10 August 2011
Friday, 29 July 2011
Rams sign OLB Zac Diles and CB Al Harris
The Rams have agreed to terms with outside linebacker Zac Diles from the Houston Texans. This is a nice pick up by the Rams who needed help at linebacker. Diles when healthy is a good player. He is very versatile and can play a lot of positions. He is also a good special teams player which is big. He will probably start next to James Laurinaitis. When Diles has talented players around him he tends to play at a higher level which is terrific. He is a solid tackler and I think will fit in well with this defense.
Last year the Rams had trouble covering slot receivers partly due to the rookie year of cornerback Jerome Murphy and the horrendous play by Kevin Dockery. I fully expect Dockery to be gone for next season. Well, the Rams have signed veteran corner back Al Harris to a one year deal. He is 37. He played for Spags in 1999-2003 and is the prototypical Spags type corner. He has good size but has had injury problems. If he can stay healthy I think he will split time with Justin King and Jerome Murphy for nickel back. He could be a great pick up and I am pleased here.
The Rams continue to upgrade there team on all 3 phases of the game. I think they will be solid next year and continue to love what Devaney and Spagnoulo are doing with this team.
Last year the Rams had trouble covering slot receivers partly due to the rookie year of cornerback Jerome Murphy and the horrendous play by Kevin Dockery. I fully expect Dockery to be gone for next season. Well, the Rams have signed veteran corner back Al Harris to a one year deal. He is 37. He played for Spags in 1999-2003 and is the prototypical Spags type corner. He has good size but has had injury problems. If he can stay healthy I think he will split time with Justin King and Jerome Murphy for nickel back. He could be a great pick up and I am pleased here.
The Rams continue to upgrade there team on all 3 phases of the game. I think they will be solid next year and continue to love what Devaney and Spagnoulo are doing with this team.
Thursday, 21 July 2011
One OLB is destined to be a Ram.
Last year we had a plethora of outside linebackers. We started the season with Na'ill Diggs, James Laurinaitis, and Larry Grant. Eventually Grant was splitting time with Bryan Kehl, Chris Chamberlain, and David Vobora. When Diggs got injured everything went down hill. Fast running backs killed us all season along the edge. We will need to sign an outside linebacker in free agency to pair with a healthy Diggs, and an up and coming Laurinaitis. We have many options.
James Anderson - He exploded last year having his best season by far. He accumulated 130 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and one interception in 16 games. He is a very productive player and a tackling machine. Pairing him with Laurinaitis would be frightening. Jamaal Charles, LaRod Stephens-Howling, and other fast backs gave us a lot of trouble last year. I feel like with Anderson manning the strong side linebacker spot we will be a much better defense. Our front 7 would be absolutely terrifying.
Rocky McIntosh - McIntosh is also a very active linebacker. He is playing out of position right now with the Redskins (3-4) and is still doing a good job. Last year he threw up decent numbers : 110 tackles, 2 sacks, and 1 forced fumble. This kid is very young and is about to enter his prime. He will be cheap and will stand out in our scheme. Our front 7 would be a strength (said it above). I will be more than happy to settle for either McIntosh or Anderson.
Ben Leber - Leber is a veteran player whos contract is up. He will be available because the Vikings have to sign Chad Greenway leaving Leber without a team. His numbers weren't terrific last year though he is still productive. He had 46 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, and 1 interception. He too would fit in well with our scheme. I'd prefer to choose a different path just for the sole reason of already having Nai'll Diggs who's a veteran. I prefer youth over another veteran player at this position.
Mark Herzlich - We've all heard the Herzlich story. He was diagnosed with cancer, which he beat to get back out on the field. Truly a miraculous story. Before the unfortunate disease, he was projected as a top 15 pick. This kid went undrafted and will be a huge steal to wherever he goes. His best season was the season before he got cancer with 110 tackles. 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 6 interceptions. His work ethic is impeccable. His character is unbelievable. This is the type of player every team wants in their locker room. Herzlich will be dirt cheap as well.
In the end, we have many options. We absolutely have to upgrade this position immediately. It will go a long way towards us making the playoffs. Our defense is rising and nothing in my opinion would help it more than a talented outside linebacker.
James Anderson - He exploded last year having his best season by far. He accumulated 130 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and one interception in 16 games. He is a very productive player and a tackling machine. Pairing him with Laurinaitis would be frightening. Jamaal Charles, LaRod Stephens-Howling, and other fast backs gave us a lot of trouble last year. I feel like with Anderson manning the strong side linebacker spot we will be a much better defense. Our front 7 would be absolutely terrifying.
Rocky McIntosh - McIntosh is also a very active linebacker. He is playing out of position right now with the Redskins (3-4) and is still doing a good job. Last year he threw up decent numbers : 110 tackles, 2 sacks, and 1 forced fumble. This kid is very young and is about to enter his prime. He will be cheap and will stand out in our scheme. Our front 7 would be a strength (said it above). I will be more than happy to settle for either McIntosh or Anderson.
Ben Leber - Leber is a veteran player whos contract is up. He will be available because the Vikings have to sign Chad Greenway leaving Leber without a team. His numbers weren't terrific last year though he is still productive. He had 46 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, and 1 interception. He too would fit in well with our scheme. I'd prefer to choose a different path just for the sole reason of already having Nai'll Diggs who's a veteran. I prefer youth over another veteran player at this position.
Mark Herzlich - We've all heard the Herzlich story. He was diagnosed with cancer, which he beat to get back out on the field. Truly a miraculous story. Before the unfortunate disease, he was projected as a top 15 pick. This kid went undrafted and will be a huge steal to wherever he goes. His best season was the season before he got cancer with 110 tackles. 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 6 interceptions. His work ethic is impeccable. His character is unbelievable. This is the type of player every team wants in their locker room. Herzlich will be dirt cheap as well.
In the end, we have many options. We absolutely have to upgrade this position immediately. It will go a long way towards us making the playoffs. Our defense is rising and nothing in my opinion would help it more than a talented outside linebacker.
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