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Jared Goff shows off his arm and release to Rams and fans at training camp

By Gary Klein

[www.latimes.com]

It was only one pass, one late-practice throw.

And it seemed, for an instant, to momentarily freeze the Rams’ practice on Tuesday at UC Irvine.

Rookie quarterback Jared Goff had dropped back, stepped up to avoid the rush and zipped a spiral deep through the defense and into the hands of receiver Nelson Spruce.

It marked the first time the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft truly showed the arm and release that caused the Rams’ brain trust to trade numerous draft picks for the opportunity to select the former California standout.

Goff had displayed flashes during rookie camp workouts after the draft and during off-season and organized team activities in Oxnard.

But Tuesday was the first time that the Rams were in pads.

So when Goff stepped up and delivered, the crowd in the nearby bleachers roared. And though the play came with the second-team offense operating against the second-team defense, players and coaches appeared to sense the moment.

“He made some really good throws,” Coach Jeff Fisher said of Goff, adding, “We added a little bit of noise so they had to focus in the huddle and I thought he took charge of it.

“He’s progressing well.”

Goff is attempting to supplant Case Keenum at the top of the depth chart. He will need to make plays like he did Tuesday against the first-team defense and against exhibition opponents to convince Fisher that he is capable of starting the Sept. 12 season opener against the San Francisco 49ers.

Whether it happens at the outset or during the season remains to be seen, but it is only a matter of time before Goff ascends to become the starter.

Keenum, for his part, has looked comfortable in the role for now.

On Tuesday, he made several impressive plays, including a touchdown pass in a tight window to Brian Quick and a touchdown pass to Tavon Austin in the left corner of the end zone.

“I’m doing my job,” Keenum said. “When I’m at quarterback, I’m running the show. … It’s my huddle, my squad, my offense and I’m taking ownership of it.”

Comeback trail

Defensive end Robert Quinn took part in the team drills as he attempts to return to full strength after back surgery.

Quinn, 25, was a Pro Bowl selection in 2013 and 2014 before he was injured last season.

“I’m feeling more and more like my normal self,” he said. “They’re taking their time, making sure I’m healing properly and building my strength back up without trying to overwork me.”

Quinn, William Hayes, Eugene Sims and Aaron Coples are among the ends that will flank tackles Aaron Donald and Michael Brockers on a line that is regarded as a Rams’ strength.

“By Game 1, I should be full-go,” Quinn said.


Fisher said there was no rush.

“We’re going to watch him,” he said. “His reps probably aren’t up to where they normally would be. He’ll get there.”

Cornering the market

E.J. Gaines and Lamarcus Joyner are competing to replace Janoris Jenkins at the cornerback spot opposite Trumaine Johnson.

Both have made plays during team drills. Joyner intercepted a Keenum pass on Tuesday.

Gaines started 15 games in 2014 but suffered a foot injury during training camp last August and was sidelined for the season after surgery. He said after the first workout on Saturday that his goal was to prove himself and “show that I haven’t lost a step.”

Notes

Rookie receiver Pharoh Cooper was held out because of a quadriceps issue, Fisher said. … Rookie receiver Duke Williams and Tyler Higbee followed impressive performances during Monday’s special teams workout with more good plays Tuesday. … Rookie receiver Michael Thomas made several difficult catches during red-zone passing drills. … With tackle Rob Havenstein still sidelined, Rodger Saffold is playing right tackle, Cody Wichmann left guard.


An autograph-signing session featuring quarterbacks and tight ends will be held after Wednesday’s practice. Autographs are limited to fans 14 and under…. The Rams will hold their inaugural Family Day on Saturday at the Coliseum in conjunction with a team practice. The 3 p.m. event is free but requires registration for a ticket through Ticketmaster. Gates open at 1 p.m. Parking is $20. The event includes a kids zone area and other activities. According to a release from the Rams, prohibited items include, but are not limited to: purses larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, luggage of any kind, seat cushions, computer bags and camera bags. Information: info@rams.nfl.com.
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How in the ever living fuck is Quinn only 25 years old? Was he 19 when he was a rookie?
 
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Legatron4 said:
How in the ever living freak is Quinn only 25 years old? Was he 19 when he was a rookie?
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He's just turned 26 (May 18th) and the Rams drafted Quinn when he was 19 years of age back in 2011 turned 20 a couple weeks later, he was a junior.
 
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I was at the practice yesterday and took a ton of notes.

From what I'm reading here, they mostly mirror what I saw so I won't post a report, it would just be redundant.

Duke Williams - Glad to read these tweets about him from Vincent Bonsignore. Sunday was not good for him as I reported earlier. Maybe he had a come to Jesus meeting Sunday night found his way. Good news for all except North and McRoberts, bubble players in my book.

Quinn - he was going fast and strong! Looks like he is ready now.

That's my two cents, take care.
 
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den-the-coach said:
He's just turned 26 (May 18th) and the Rams drafted Quinn when he was 19 years of age back in 2011 turned 20 a couple weeks later, he was a junior.
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Wait so he started college at 16? Haha what is going on here. I'm going to need to see a birth certificate
 
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Seems like Duke and Spruce are balling. I am not the biggest Spruce fan, but if those two can carry their early form into pre-season games and make Quick expendable I am all for the youth movement.
 
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StealYoGurley said:
Wait so he started college at 16? Haha what is going on here. I'm going to need to see a birth certificate
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Pretty sure he was 20 when we drafted him and turned 21 before that camp. But he was very young and raw. He missed his senior year in high school because of a brain tumor he had removed and only played his freshman and soph seasons in college and was then suspended his entire junior year and disavowed by North Carolina along with Greg Little for taking money and lying about it to NCAA investigators.

So still a lot of football years left in that body as long as this back thing is completely fixed.
 
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VeteranRamFan said:
I was at the practice yesterday and took a ton of notes.

From what I'm reading here, they mostly mirror what I saw so I won't post a report, it would just be redundant.

Duke Williams - Glad to read these tweets about him from Vincent Bonsignore. Sunday was not good for him as I reported earlier. Maybe he had a come to Jesus meeting Sunday night found his way. Good news for all except North and McRoberts, bubble players in my book.

Quinn - he was going fast and strong! Looks like he is ready now.

That's my two cents, take care.
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Hate to ask but in your notes did you notice if either Duke or Spruce did any of their damage against the ones? Great to hear that Quinn is looking healthy. Our defense line is going to be sick.
 
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StealYoGurley said:
Seems like Duke and Spruce are balling. I am not the biggest Spruce fan, but if those two can carry their early form into pre-season games and make Quick expendable I am all for the youth movement.
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I wanna see what Spruce can do on the outside in preseason because there's no room for him in the slot
 
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Me and the Mrs. hit practice yesterday, and the afterparty down in Newport at The Stag bar and Kitchen. It was an awesome day and met lots of great peeps. At the after party I met and chatted with Leroy Irvin and Mike Langsford. Also won a sweet set of super bowl XIV/ NFC Championship diamond cut coasters. (they're sweet!) As far as practice, some of the bullet points for me...

1. Higbee is going to be VERY good in this league
2. Goff had a pretty rough day. From bothched exchange to errant passes. Maybe it's the norm in training camp to look down your receivers, if so he was great at it.
3. Tavon worked his ass off... he is a pro.
4. Was great to see Sted there. I missed Warner though :(
5. Moment of the day... Tavon comes across the middle right into the arms of Donald. Aaron lifts him almost over his head simulating a bodyslam... it was hilarious and the crowd and players really loved it.


I'm not a huge writer, so I'll just post some pics from the day .......






TRU!!!




























And last, excuse the non-crisp pic, is the Tavon body slam! :)






After party with Leroy and Mike...






 
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VeteranRamFan said:
I was at the practice yesterday and took a ton of notes.

From what I'm reading here, they mostly mirror what I saw so I won't post a report, it would just be redundant.
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Don't you tease me vet! C'mon, you can add something....most of Duke & Spruce is against 2's & 3's correct? Goff never see's Donald, TJ, or Tru correct? What's North doing out there? Who's #3 and who's #8???? How about the 81 guy? Hill the cb...Who's the 2nd team SS? Is that Bryant? Gaines? Is Mike Jordan still on the team????
 
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