Bernie Articles On This Site Are No More

[Sum1]

https://www.facebook.com/kevin.slat...id=700026823369085&offset=0&total_comments=32

Am I the only one to think the Rams drafted Sam to give everyone that warm fuzzy feeling
to cover up the crap they drafted? Just a thought.

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  6 people like this.
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  Jason RoweFunny. I was just thinking the same thing. Also think it's a cheap ploy to sell more season tickets.
  May 10 at 10:52pm · 1
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  Chuck TinsleyI thought they had a great draft.
  May 10 at 11:35pm · 2
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  Kevin SlatenIt's the only reason. If I were him, I'd feel insulted that a team as deep as they are at DE drafted me.
  Yesterday at 7:20am · 2
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  Kevin SlatenHe has no chance
  Yesterday at 7:20am
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  Kevin SlatenRams draft was pathetic
  Yesterday at 7:20am · 2
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  Chuck TinsleyThe Rams addressed needs upfront on the O and D line. An area were they were clearly beat by far superior teams. Therefore conclusion=good draft. People A. Watch the games. B.Listen to the experts.
  Yesterday at 7:27am
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  Kevin SlatenMaybe you watch games and don't know what you're watching. The Rams drafted a DT which they didn't need. Unless, of course, they're already admitting that Brockers wasn't as good as they thought when they made him a #1 pick just two years ago. Same thing by drafting Mason. They're admitting they failed on Pead. Disastrous to have to re draft so soon, And they blew it with Mason when they could've had De'Anthony Thomas, who went to KC a round later. Awful draft. Gilbert is a bad QB as well. 5-15 when playing Top 25 teams. Next time, do your homework before spouting off.
  Yesterday at 7:36am
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  Kevin SlatenIn addition, they took a guy 2 overall that's a project. Can't pass block and holds all the time. Nice job
  Yesterday at 7:37am
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  Chuck TinsleyDon't take my word. Check with the NFL draft experts.
  Yesterday at 7:48am
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  Kevin SlatenYou mean the other idiots
  Yesterday at 7:50am
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  Chuck TinsleyOh and by the way. There are two DT's on the field at one time.
  Yesterday at 7:50am
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  Kevin SlatenThat's why they paid Langford big dollars to come here. Again, pay attention. You don't know what you're watching
  Yesterday at 7:52am
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  Brad SawickiI would say I know what I am watching. But when the Rams played last year I found myself flipping the channel cause that's how boring they are. And what categories did they finish in the dumps? That need was not addressed.
  Yesterday at 8:17am · 1
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  David Mirzathe Lambs are good at one thing only....rushing the quarterback. ...they're anemic at almost everything else.
  Yesterday at 4:55pm
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  Brad SawickiSo they draft a guy when theubalr www day have how many defensive ends on the team and ties to Mizzou. This is a disaster.
  Yesterday at 5:41pm
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  Mark ManningAnyone that thinks the Rams addressed their needs is as clueless as Fischer & Snead . What was the name of that game changing wide receiver they drafted this year ? Thats right they didn't draft one again . As an Arizona Cardinals fan all I can say is thank you to the Rams front office for having their heads in the sand every year the draft rolls around .
  Yesterday at 5:50pm · 2
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  Mark ManningNo we are people that know more about football then the Rams front office apparently . Because this draft once again has proven that . Like I said as a fan of a rival team please keep making these dumb picks Fischer & Snead
  Yesterday at 6:05pm
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  Brad SawickiSomething is wrong if you take offense to this. This is nothing more than entertainment. I am sure you wont be buying a Sam jersey anytime soon. Maybe you can go to the so called other stations page and enjoy your lollipops and drink the kinkaid with them. If you're lucky may be you can join in on the 4 o'clock fight and get stumped by dmarco who has to stand on a chair to raise his IQ.
  Yesterday at 6:13pm · 1
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  Brad SawickiRemember how they graded it last year.
  Yesterday at 6:55pm
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  Mark ManningApparently you believe everything you read I guess you believe everything that is written in the local paper that's how gullible you are . So since that being said I have some beautiful beach front property to sell you in East Saint Louis .
  Yesterday at 7:19pm
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  Mark ManningI don't have to have a link that's how good I am . I have forgotten more about football then you will ever remember about it .
  Yesterday at 7:24pm · 1
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  Dan GraverTight man to man coverage is taking on a new meaning.
  Yesterday at 7:25pm · 1
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• Mark ManningGoing to be hard for the Rams to do when the line 10 DL out on the field .
  Yesterday at 7:26pm
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  Mark ManningI don't need to be . Once again you believe everything you read ? You must be as clueless as the Rams front office . By the way CBS wanted me I said no I know to much about football you guys wouldn't want someone like me .
  Yesterday at 7:31pm · 1
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  Brad SawickiThe only thing Mel kiper knows is what to put in his hair. Has he ever been right about anything. He couldn't predict the number that comes after 99. I am sure Dunc will tell you how great a pic out of ASU will dominate the league.
  23 hours ago · 1
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  Dan GraverMy theory is that this team is being built for the future, that future is in L.A.. They don't want to win here. The more they lose here, and Fisher is the guy when you want to lose a lot of games, the easier it will be to tuck-tail out to L.A.
  23 hours ago
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  Brad SawickiHe my coffee is cold and I need another doughnut.
  23 hours ago · 1
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  Dan Graver7 million a year to fail. How much diet mountain dew can you buy with that kind of money?
  23 hours ago · Edited
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  Dan GraverMatheny looks like a little baby walking out to the mound.
  23 hours ago
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  Dan GraverThat's fine. You can cover the positive, and let us know when you see it.
  22 hours ago · 1
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  Howard Kramer2014 will be another season winning less then 9 games!
  8 hours ago
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  Kevin SlatenWho is this ass Chuck Tinsley and how did he get on here? Adios
  6 hours ago

 

[CoachO]

the thing I find the most amusing about Bernie, is he writes about the Rams as if he has all this inside knowledge, but I think he still needs directions on how to get to Rams Park.

I have been going to training camp now for 4 years, and I can honestly tell you, I do not remember seeing Bernie out there ONCE in that time. I know Waggoner, J. Thomas, the 101 FM crew do their afternoon broadcast on site, so DeMarco, Randy Karraker, and whoever the 3rd wheel at the time is, are always there.

You see Balzer, and whatever national guys that show up on occasion, but, NOPE!!!! NO BERNIE!!!

 

[HE WITH HORNS]

I get the feeling Bernie almost wants to run the Rams out of town, so he keeps attacking them. He probably can't be bothered to write about football when there is soooo much baseball news and eating he can partake in.

 

[Mojo Ram]

 

[scifiman]

I could care less one way or the other because if I dont like what I am reading or the writer then I wont read. Like I said in another post most writers just write filler for clicks and profit. Just their opinion on things.

 

[Volnerman08]

What happened to him? I actually liked to listen when he was on the radio. Now he's turned into a little b***h. He always seems to disagree and be negative just for the sake of doing so...

 

[jrry32]

Am I the only one to think the Rams drafted Sam to give everyone that warm fuzzy feeling to cover up the crap they drafted? Just a thought.

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  6 people like this.
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  Jason RoweFunny. I was just thinking the same thing. Also think it's a cheap ploy to sell more season tickets.
  May 10 at 10:52pm · 1
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  Chuck TinsleyI thought they had a great draft.
  May 10 at 11:35pm · 2
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  Kevin SlatenIt's the only reason. If I were him, I'd feel insulted that a team as deep as they are at DE drafted me.
  Yesterday at 7:20am · 2
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  Kevin SlatenHe has no chance
  Yesterday at 7:20am
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  Kevin SlatenRams draft was pathetic
  Yesterday at 7:20am · 2
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  Chuck TinsleyThe Rams addressed needs upfront on the O and D line. An area were they were clearly beat by far superior teams. Therefore conclusion=good draft. People A. Watch the games. B.Listen to the experts.
  Yesterday at 7:27am
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  Kevin SlatenMaybe you watch games and don't know what you're watching. The Rams drafted a DT which they didn't need. Unless, of course, they're already admitting that Brockers wasn't as good as they thought when they made him a #1 pick just two years ago. Same thing by drafting Mason. They're admitting they failed on Pead. Disastrous to have to re draft so soon, And they blew it with Mason when they could've had De'Anthony Thomas, who went to KC a round later. Awful draft. Gilbert is a bad QB as well. 5-15 when playing Top 25 teams. Next time, do your homework before spouting off.
  Yesterday at 7:36am
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  Kevin SlatenIn addition, they took a guy 2 overall that's a project. Can't pass block and holds all the time. Nice job
  Yesterday at 7:37am
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  Chuck TinsleyDon't take my word. Check with the NFL draft experts.
  Yesterday at 7:48am
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  Kevin SlatenYou mean the other idiots
  Yesterday at 7:50am
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  Chuck TinsleyOh and by the way. There are two DT's on the field at one time.
  Yesterday at 7:50am
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  Kevin SlatenThat's why they paid Langford big dollars to come here. Again, pay attention. You don't know what you're watching
  Yesterday at 7:52am
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  Brad SawickiI would say I know what I am watching. But when the Rams played last year I found myself flipping the channel cause that's how boring they are. And what categories did they finish in the dumps? That need was not addressed.
  Yesterday at 8:17am · 1
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  David Mirzathe Lambs are good at one thing only....rushing the quarterback. ...they're anemic at almost everything else.
  Yesterday at 4:55pm
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  Brad SawickiSo they draft a guy when theubalr www day have how many defensive ends on the team and ties to Mizzou. This is a disaster.
  Yesterday at 5:41pm
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  Mark ManningAnyone that thinks the Rams addressed their needs is as clueless as Fischer & Snead . What was the name of that game changing wide receiver they drafted this year ? Thats right they didn't draft one again . As an Arizona Cardinals fan all I can say is thank you to the Rams front office for having their heads in the sand every year the draft rolls around .
  Yesterday at 5:50pm · 2
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  Mark ManningNo we are people that know more about football then the Rams front office apparently . Because this draft once again has proven that . Like I said as a fan of a rival team please keep making these dumb picks Fischer & Snead
  Yesterday at 6:05pm
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  Brad SawickiSomething is wrong if you take offense to this. This is nothing more than entertainment. I am sure you wont be buying a Sam jersey anytime soon. Maybe you can go to the so called other stations page and enjoy your lollipops and drink the kinkaid with them. If you're lucky may be you can join in on the 4 o'clock fight and get stumped by dmarco who has to stand on a chair to raise his IQ.
  Yesterday at 6:13pm · 1
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  Brad SawickiRemember how they graded it last year.
  Yesterday at 6:55pm
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  Mark ManningApparently you believe everything you read I guess you believe everything that is written in the local paper that's how gullible you are . So since that being said I have some beautiful beach front property to sell you in East Saint Louis .
  Yesterday at 7:19pm
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  Mark ManningI don't have to have a link that's how good I am . I have forgotten more about football then you will ever remember about it .
  Yesterday at 7:24pm · 1
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  Dan GraverTight man to man coverage is taking on a new meaning.
  Yesterday at 7:25pm · 1
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• Mark ManningGoing to be hard for the Rams to do when the line 10 DL out on the field .
  Yesterday at 7:26pm
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  Mark ManningI don't need to be . Once again you believe everything you read ? You must be as clueless as the Rams front office . By the way CBS wanted me I said no I know to much about football you guys wouldn't want someone like me .
  Yesterday at 7:31pm · 1
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  Brad SawickiThe only thing Mel kiper knows is what to put in his hair. Has he ever been right about anything. He couldn't predict the number that comes after 99. I am sure Dunc will tell you how great a pic out of ASU will dominate the league.
  23 hours ago · 1
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  Dan GraverMy theory is that this team is being built for the future, that future is in L.A.. They don't want to win here. The more they lose here, and Fisher is the guy when you want to lose a lot of games, the easier it will be to tuck-tail out to L.A.
  23 hours ago
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  Brad SawickiHe my coffee is cold and I need another doughnut.
  23 hours ago · 1
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  Dan Graver7 million a year to fail. How much diet mountain dew can you buy with that kind of money?
  23 hours ago · Edited
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  Dan GraverMatheny looks like a little baby walking out to the mound.
  23 hours ago
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  Dan GraverThat's fine. You can cover the positive, and let us know when you see it.
  22 hours ago · 1
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  Howard Kramer2014 will be another season winning less then 9 games!
  8 hours ago
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  Kevin SlatenWho is this ass Chuck Tinsley and how did he get on here? Adios
  6 hours ago

I have no idea who Kevin Slaten is but he's a fool.

 

[Alan]

Sum1BTRthnU describing a nightmare :
Oh believe me...Slaten's an ass. He's a shock-jock to the max.

He hated Tony LaRussa and Dave Duncan when they were with the Cardinals. He hated Albert Pujols and essentially hates Yadier Molina.
He hated Steven Jackson. He wanted to trade Jackson for a first round pick to draft McFadden.
He recently ranted on the Blues.
He hated the Fisher hire. He hated the Spags hire because he worked with Jason Garret or Josh Mcdaniels or something to that effect and thought whichever of those 2 it was should have been who they hired.
The Rams were idiots when they didn't draft Rey Maluga or Aaron Curry.

It goes on and on.

Bernie's not looking all that bad anymore.

 

[jrry32]

Just clicked his facebook link and saw that he's friends with the poster known as "playmaker"(well formerly known...he was banned quickly)...yep, he's an idiot.

 

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Just clicked his facebook link and saw that he's friends with the poster known as "playmaker"(well formerly known...he was banned quickly)...yep, he's an idiot.

Playmaker, aka Cory, aka Not a STL Homer, aka ....

I banned that clown twice back in the day, and was blocked on twitter by Bernie, so I guess I'm doing things right.

 

[CoachO]

Playmaker, aka Cory, aka Not a STL Homer, aka ....

I banned that clown twice back in the day, and was blocked on twitter by Bernie, so I guess I'm doing things right.

"Cory" is the biggest wannabe on these boards. He honestly thinks he has an idea of what he writes about.

He's another one I have seen running around out there,, trying to pass himself as "media",, and finding the Rams personnel telling him "we don't think so"

 

[Sum1]

What happened to him? I actually liked to listen when he was on the radio. Now he's turned into a little b***h. He always seems to disagree and be negative just for the sake of doing so...

I really don't see this. I read his columns all the time and see criticism, sure...but most of it is warranted and a lot of it happens to be consistent with some of the things questioned by posters on this very site. His column earlier today had a ton of praise but since he questioned a few things for some reason there are people upset about it.

It's a little hard to say that Bernie doesn't have some merit in criticizing the Rams for standing pat with the WRs they have, to question the philosophy, etc. I know almost every season for the past 10 I've gone in with hope and some unreasonable expectations. Well, after 10 years I want to see it before I believe it. Fisher and Snead aren't responsible for the past 10 years, but they are responsible for turning it around...and they've done a pretty damn good job at it so far...but it's time to take that next step. They need to have a winning record. If the WRs don't take a step forward the Rams brass should be held accountable for that.

You see the Rams get 9 or 10 wins and the offense to take a step forward, you aren't going to see many columns from Bernie, Burwell, Strauss, or Gordon posting much criticism.

But you will see Slaten bitching, guaranteed lol.

 

[Stranger]

 

[jrry32]

"Cory" is the biggest wannabe on these boards. He honestly thinks he has an idea of what he writes about.

He's another one I have seen running around out there,, trying to pass himself as "media",, and finding the Rams personnel telling him "we don't think so"

I posted on the same board as him for a few years, he's one of those guys that convinced himself that he's a misunderstood genius that should be a NFL General Manager. Doesn't know one tenth about the game that he thinks he does.

I can certainly be arrogant but I try to be realistic with myself. And I will tell any person that I don't even compare to the scouts out there when it comes to knowledge of football. And I know maybe 1% of what a college or NFL coach knows.

I just appreciate whatever opportunities I get to learn from people who know more than I do. And I love talking about the game.

Playmaker(Cory) is one of those guys that thinks he's always the smartest guy in the room.

 

[jrry32]

I really don't see this. I read his columns all the time and see criticism, sure...but most of it is warranted and a lot of it happens to be consistent with some of the things questioned by posters on this very site. His column earlier today had a ton of praise but since he questioned a few things for some reason there are people upset about it.

It's a little hard to say that Bernie doesn't have some merit in criticizing the Rams for standing pat with the WRs they have, to question the philosophy, etc. I know almost every season for the past 10 I've gone in with hope and some unreasonable expectations. Well, after 10 years I want to see it before I believe it. Fisher and Snead aren't responsible for the past 10 years, but they are responsible for turning it around...and they've done a pretty damn good job at it so far...but it's time to take that next step. They need to have a winning record. If the WRs don't take a step forward the Rams brass should be held accountable for that.

You see the Rams get 9 or 10 wins and the offense to take a step forward, you aren't going to see many columns from Bernie, Burwell, Strauss, or Gordon posting much criticism.

But you will see Slaten bitching, guaranteed lol.

My issue with Bernie isn't the complaining. My opinion is that a journalist's job is to inform his readers. A sports journalist's job is to teach them something...whether that's bringing unique analysis, stories, or information. Bernie rarely ever does that. He simply takes the easy way out by stating the obvious.

There's nothing gained from reading him. It's like watching trash TV.

 

[jjab360]

Maybe you watch games and don't know what you're watching. The Rams drafted a DT which they didn't need. Unless, of course, they're already admitting that Brockers wasn't as good as they thought when they made him a #1 pick just two years ago. Same thing by drafting Mason. They're admitting they failed on Pead. Disastrous to have to re draft so soon, And they blew it with Mason when they could've had De'Anthony Thomas, who went to KC a round later. Awful draft. Gilbert is a bad QB as well. 5-15 when playing Top 25 teams. Next time, do your homework before spouting off.

This is the most ignorant shit I've ever read LOL.

 

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This is the most ignorant crap I've ever read LOL.

No doubt. I guess he thinks we run a 3-4 since we only need one DT.

 

[RamFan503]

https://www.facebook.com/kevin.slat...id=700026823369085&offset=0&total_comments=32

Am I the only one to think the Rams drafted Sam to give everyone that warm fuzzy feeling
to cover up the crap they drafted? Just a thought.

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  6 people like this.
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  Jason RoweFunny. I was just thinking the same thing. Also think it's a cheap ploy to sell more season tickets.
  May 10 at 10:52pm · 1
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  Chuck TinsleyI thought they had a great draft.
  May 10 at 11:35pm · 2
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  Kevin SlatenIt's the only reason. If I were him, I'd feel insulted that a team as deep as they are at DE drafted me.
  Yesterday at 7:20am · 2
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  Kevin SlatenHe has no chance
  Yesterday at 7:20am
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  Kevin SlatenRams draft was pathetic
  Yesterday at 7:20am · 2
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  Chuck TinsleyThe Rams addressed needs upfront on the O and D line. An area were they were clearly beat by far superior teams. Therefore conclusion=good draft. People A. Watch the games. B.Listen to the experts.
  Yesterday at 7:27am
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  Kevin SlatenMaybe you watch games and don't know what you're watching. The Rams drafted a DT which they didn't need. Unless, of course, they're already admitting that Brockers wasn't as good as they thought when they made him a #1 pick just two years ago. Same thing by drafting Mason. They're admitting they failed on Pead. Disastrous to have to re draft so soon, And they blew it with Mason when they could've had De'Anthony Thomas, who went to KC a round later. Awful draft. Gilbert is a bad QB as well. 5-15 when playing Top 25 teams. Next time, do your homework before spouting off.
  Yesterday at 7:36am
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  Kevin SlatenIn addition, they took a guy 2 overall that's a project. Can't pass block and holds all the time. Nice job
  Yesterday at 7:37am
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  Chuck TinsleyDon't take my word. Check with the NFL draft experts.
  Yesterday at 7:48am
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  Kevin SlatenYou mean the other idiots
  Yesterday at 7:50am
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  Chuck TinsleyOh and by the way. There are two DT's on the field at one time.
  Yesterday at 7:50am
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  Kevin SlatenThat's why they paid Langford big dollars to come here. Again, pay attention. You don't know what you're watching
  Yesterday at 7:52am
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  Brad SawickiI would say I know what I am watching. But when the Rams played last year I found myself flipping the channel cause that's how boring they are. And what categories did they finish in the dumps? That need was not addressed.
  Yesterday at 8:17am · 1
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  David Mirzathe Lambs are good at one thing only....rushing the quarterback. ...they're anemic at almost everything else.
  Yesterday at 4:55pm
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  Brad SawickiSo they draft a guy when theubalr www day have how many defensive ends on the team and ties to Mizzou. This is a disaster.
  Yesterday at 5:41pm
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  Mark ManningAnyone that thinks the Rams addressed their needs is as clueless as Fischer & Snead . What was the name of that game changing wide receiver they drafted this year ? Thats right they didn't draft one again . As an Arizona Cardinals fan all I can say is thank you to the Rams front office for having their heads in the sand every year the draft rolls around .
  Yesterday at 5:50pm · 2
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  Mark ManningNo we are people that know more about football then the Rams front office apparently . Because this draft once again has proven that . Like I said as a fan of a rival team please keep making these dumb picks Fischer & Snead
  Yesterday at 6:05pm
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  Brad SawickiSomething is wrong if you take offense to this. This is nothing more than entertainment. I am sure you wont be buying a Sam jersey anytime soon. Maybe you can go to the so called other stations page and enjoy your lollipops and drink the kinkaid with them. If you're lucky may be you can join in on the 4 o'clock fight and get stumped by dmarco who has to stand on a chair to raise his IQ.
  Yesterday at 6:13pm · 1
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  Brad SawickiRemember how they graded it last year.
  Yesterday at 6:55pm
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  Mark ManningApparently you believe everything you read I guess you believe everything that is written in the local paper that's how gullible you are . So since that being said I have some beautiful beach front property to sell you in East Saint Louis .
  Yesterday at 7:19pm
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  Mark ManningI don't have to have a link that's how good I am . I have forgotten more about football then you will ever remember about it .
  Yesterday at 7:24pm · 1
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  Dan GraverTight man to man coverage is taking on a new meaning.
  Yesterday at 7:25pm · 1
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• Mark ManningGoing to be hard for the Rams to do when the line 10 DL out on the field .
  Yesterday at 7:26pm
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  Mark ManningI don't need to be . Once again you believe everything you read ? You must be as clueless as the Rams front office . By the way CBS wanted me I said no I know to much about football you guys wouldn't want someone like me .
  Yesterday at 7:31pm · 1
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  Brad SawickiThe only thing Mel kiper knows is what to put in his hair. Has he ever been right about anything. He couldn't predict the number that comes after 99. I am sure Dunc will tell you how great a pic out of ASU will dominate the league.
  23 hours ago · 1
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  Dan GraverMy theory is that this team is being built for the future, that future is in L.A.. They don't want to win here. The more they lose here, and Fisher is the guy when you want to lose a lot of games, the easier it will be to tuck-tail out to L.A.
  23 hours ago
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  Brad SawickiHe my coffee is cold and I need another doughnut.
  23 hours ago · 1
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  Dan Graver7 million a year to fail. How much diet mountain dew can you buy with that kind of money?
  23 hours ago · Edited
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  Dan GraverMatheny looks like a little baby walking out to the mound.
  23 hours ago
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  Dan GraverThat's fine. You can cover the positive, and let us know when you see it.
  22 hours ago · 1
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  Howard Kramer2014 will be another season winning less then 9 games!
  8 hours ago
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  Kevin SlatenWho is this ass Chuck Tinsley and how did he get on here? Adios
  6 hours ago

Wow. PD not pathetic enough for them - they needed a Facebook page for it?

 

[DR RAM]

I fully endorse this move. Good job!

 

[jrry32]

No doubt. I guess he thinks we run a 3-4 since we only need one DT.

The true stupidity of it all is that he doesn't understand the fundamental difference between Aaron Donald and Michael Brockers. Brockers's job is to stack blockers in the running game to allow the LBs to fill the gaps. Donald's job is to attack his gap, fill it himself, and make the play. In the passing game, Brockers's job is to collapse the pocket with inside push. Donald's job is to attack the QB and get up-field. A guy like Brockers is the perfect complement to Donald. Langford is the one being replaced. Because he's too much like Brockers.

And imo, Langford likely isn't being replaced until after the 2014 season. When he has little dead money left on the books and makes sense as a cap casualty. Because his style of play is still quite useful as a run stopper and to rotate in order to keep our DL fresh.

You could argue that replacing Langford is admitting he was a failure but imo, Langford has done what they signed him to do. They knew he wasn't an elite DT when they signed him. He was signed to be a solid inside presence on a D that had a lot of holes. Upgrading on him just means the team is getting better. Because that's what good teams do. They look to upgrade on solid starters with players that can be better at a much lower price. It's all a part of team building...especially when you're build up a team that had little talent to begin with. Gotta plug holes in the beginning with solid players you plan to upgrade upon in the future when you can.