A few questions to ponder during this bye weekend...

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Has Ebu truly turned the corner? I think it’s possible. He’s always had the measurables, heart, and football smarts. Perhaps he now has the confidence needed? We need to see some consistent good play game after game. Fingers crossed.

Is Fowler the answer at one edge? And will he be affordable for extension? Jury is still out on both questions, I think. Sure would be nice to have one less “hole” to fill next offseason, though.

Other than maybe some OL depth, are there any real “needs” on our entire O? Simply remarkable what S&M have done with O in just 2 offseasons. Pinch me.

Do we still need another TE to add to this roster? Unless one happens to be BPA at one of our picks? I’m not at all sure that I would consider one a “need”.

Can you believe that our WR corps has gone from pathetic in ‘16 to 4 deep in ‘18? Possibly our most improved unit. Another pinch me assessment.

Will Big Whit play in ‘19 if we win the SB this year? Should he? I’m optimistic about Boom, either way.

Why are both Suh and Brockers underwhelming this year? Is it scheming? Age? Injuries? WTH? I think Suh is a goner. You?

Barron looks like another goner, huh? Injuries, age, playing wrong position? Pick one. See ya!

Which Marcus Peters are we gonna see to finish this season? How can Wade match MP’s best skills with his overall scheme? I honestly don’t know how MP is gonna work out, although he’s virtually certain to be here in ‘19. One of this year’s biggest mysteries to me.

Will Talib be able to “settle down” our secondary in particular, and our entire D, in general? Kinda think so. Sure hope so.

Is GZ healthy or did he injure himself kicking off on that loose field at the Coliseum? This is a biggie.

Can Reynolds take off now that he’s gained experience and confidence? He’s sure looking like a quality starting WR to me. Not necessarily a #1 (whatever that is anymore), but a quality starter, nevertheless. Dang, we’re deep at WR now.

Don’t look now, but I think we have 2 real weapons at TE in Higbee and Everett. Each can wreck a DC’s best laid plans. Rams have an embarrassment of riches receiving Goff’s passes, even without Kupp.

Our scoring D numbers should improve over this next 5 game stretch against some weaker teams (other than the Bears). We shouldn’t be misled, unless the D becomes smothering as it was early in the season. Look for possible Wade tinkering moves during this stretch. He knows that his D isn’t “there” just yet. It’s gotta be frustrating to see all that D roster talent and still be struggling on the field. Sigh...

Will McVay have the Rams at a peak come that first playoff game? Unlike last year? I’m pretty sure he will because of lessons learned the hard way. Playoff competition is just “different”. Lol.

Has McVay been saving a wrinkle it two for this final 5 games to help secure HFA? And/or for critical moments during those playoff games? Frankly, I would be surprised if he hasn’t. No, I would be STUNNED if he hasn’t.

So, what will be our biggest offseason need, assuming Suh, Barron, and Joyner are gone? Depends a lot on how Ebu and Fowler work out, of course, but I’m thinking CB? Could easily be DT or LB, depending on BPA. Heck, maybe even S? Gonna be an active Ram FA and a helluva D oriented draft, IMO. I predict 3-5 new starters on D in ‘19, depending on how Ebu/Fowler work out.

Okay, y’all...

So what did I miss?
 

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Disagree on Suh he has been great for AD. Retain Whit, Saffold, Talib all at reduced rates. Maybe keep Fowler depending what McVay/Snead think.

Get rid of Joyner and Barron. Trade our first round pick plus something else for Jaylon Ramsey of the Jags want to deal. Find another LB, CB and backup OLman in draft.

Focus on the Defense in off-season.

Get rid if Wade.
 

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The off-season is sooooo long and boring that I’d like to stay in the moment of the best time of year rather than focus on potential changes. I’d like to see how each player and coach performs in the post-season before making assessments
 

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The off-season is sooooo long and boring that I’d like to stay in the moment of the best time of year rather than focus on potential changes. I’d like to see how each player and coach performs in the post-season before making assessments

It’s the bye week, leoram!

Need a few things to ponder, man. Lol.
 

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Disagree on Suh he has been great for AD. Retain Whit, Saffold, Talib all at reduced rates. Maybe keep Fowler depending what McVay/Snead think.

Get rid of Joyner and Barron. Trade our first round pick plus something else for Jaylon Ramsey of the Jags want to deal. Find another LB, CB and backup OLman in draft.

Focus on the Defense in off-season.

Get rid if Wade.

Don’t know where to start, Malibu.

Whit and Talib are both under contract for ‘19, so neither will be accepting a “reduced rate”.

I’d rather have our 1st than Jaylon Ramsey. Too much of a head case for me. Probably for McVay, too.

I’m guessing that getting rid of Wade is not among the highest Ram priorities next offseason. How’s that for being di-lomatic while saying WTF? Lol.
 

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Interesting question as far as Fowler, supposedly a good year for d line and pass rush so who knows.
Now that Brown is gone I wonder about o- line depth, and although Reynolds has played well, playing 3 WRs as often as the rams do could increase wear and tear. This is the 2nd time Kupp has gone down and a Cooks has had injuries as well. Maybe they need to keep an eye out for wr talent. But I would say defense is where they need help most, Suh is pretty expensive, we could probably get his production cheaper, Westbrook is in the doghouse, Easley, Fox, there’s a lot to sort out. As well as Barron and Joyner, who replaces them.
 

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I’m sorry but this title is a tedious attempt to tease and makes me not want to read the subject matter. Almost none of it has anything to do with a bye week or what would be pondered DUE to a bye week.
 

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I believe we should focus on this year while this year is in play. No need to ponder next year until this season ends. There will be plenty of down time after the season to ponder.
 

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Phillips has plenty of time to redeem himself after the Saints game.

If we win the SB this forum will look back and laugh at what we are saying now about him.
 

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I think Fowler gets offered much more than the Rams want to pay him.

Joyner and Barron are allowed to test free agency. I think both leave.

Whit certainly could retire after a SB win. If I were him, I'd say let's grab another.
 

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I’m sorry but this title is a tedious attempt to tease and makes me not want to read the subject matter. Almost none of it has anything to do with a bye week or what would be pondered DUE to a bye week.

“Tedious attempt to tease”, 503? Seriously?

Title reads “A few things to ponder during this bye weekend”.

How is that tedious? Or controversial?

I was pointing out what I thought were some interesting topics for discussion while our Rams had the week off. How is that a BAD thing?

My feelings are now hurt as a result of your harsh reply. Lol.
 

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My question is this: when is @flv going to come up with a new Hunger Games for the forum?
 

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Oh. My apologies. I didn't realize how little time you had.
 

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Chill @XXXIVwin ?

Blue font gave away the humor responding to a post that has little to do with the bye week and more to do with the off-season, which ain't here yet.

I don't get the sensitivity, honestly.
 

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Chill @XXXIVwin ?

Blue font gave away the humor responding to a post that has little to do with the bye week and more to do with the off-season, which ain't here yet.

I don't get the sensitivity, honestly.
Probably an accidental chill. I thought your boat joke was funny!
 

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Has Ebu truly turned the corner?

I don't think so. Good plays right spot type thing last week. He has been getting closer to the QB. Mahomes took too long on the hit that cause the INT. He is getting a little better so maybe he keeps getting better into the playoffs.

Is Fowler the answer at one edge? And will he be affordable for extension? Jury is still out on both questions, I think. Sure would be nice to have one less “hole” to fill next offseason, though.

He has not done a hole lot. They do have him in coverage too. As far as pass rusher I don't think he is great by any means.


Why are both Suh and Brockers underwhelming this year? Is it scheming? Age? Injuries? WTH? I think Suh is a goner. You?

Brockers never was a great pass rusher. Seems like on the times he gets a good rush so does Donald, who beats him to the QB by Milliseconds. Not sure how much Suh has helped Donald. He doesn't seem to get penetration. One year rental anyway. He has been playing a lot of downs. Can he turn it up a notch or two into the playoffs

Barron looks like another goner, huh? Injuries, age, playing wrong position? Pick one. See ya!

Haven't focused on Barron.

It's nice to concentrate on the rest of the season and worry about the future after the Super Bowl. Some players are auditioning for their Rams future. The thing to ponder is can the addition of Talib help the coverage enough to allow more sacks by players like Ebu and Fowler. Will Talib take pressure off Peters? Is Obo in the Rams plans this year? It would be good to see him on the field before the end of the season to see what he can do.

Still a lot of good questions to wonder about as the Rams rapp up their second playoff appearance in two years. Imagine that! Go Rams!!!!