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DEFENSE
Defensive Line: (14)
Defensive Ends:
94 Robert Quinn 6'4 264 4 North Carolina
He is arguably the most dominant defensive player in the NFL right now, and from what he is showing in training camp there is nothing that would suggest that is going to change. His get off is so explosive, his tilt and ability to turn the corner is unmatched in the game right now. The biggest thing about Robert Quinn, is his improvement in play recognition, and being a force in the running game. Through the first 2 years of his career, he was solely concerned with pinning his ears back and getting up field. Now he seems to understand when to and when to set the edge. While matching his sack totals may be within his reach, not achieving that will in no way be a fair indicator of how disruptive he will be overall.
91 Chris Long 6'3 270 7 Virginia
He seems to be playing with a renewed enthusiasm, and looks to be genuinely having fun on the practice field. Known as someone who leads by example, that remains a constant in Long’s game. While he won’t get the headlines that Quinn receives, no one out works this guy on the practice field. He looks healthy, and if that continues, he likely returns to a double digit sack year.
95 William Hayes 6'3 278 7 Winston-Salem St.
Hayes has been slow to work his way back into the rotation this training camp. When he has participated, he looks as big and physical as ever. I realize he is a veteran who knows how to prepare for a season, but if these injuries remain to nag him throughout the season, it could impact his role. When healthy, he has proven to be one of, if not the best rotational DE in the league. AS deep as this unit it, they need a healthy Wm. Hayes this season.
97 Eugene Sims 6'6 269 5 West Texas A&M
Another guy who is having a very good training camp, he just continues to gain confidence. Going against predominantly 2nd unit LT’s (Person or Van Dyk) he has had his way most practices. An underrated member of the d-line rotation, he can focus on playing DE this year, and so far, has not been used in any situations where he slides inside to DT.
96 Michael Sam 6'2 261 R Missouri
With all pf the off - field fodder, Michael Sam has done a very good job of focusing on his task at hand and that’s leaving it on the field. He got off to a really good start, and has taken most of the 2nd AND 3rd unit reps in Wm. Hayes' absence. Before they put pads on, he won more battles vs. Hooey than he lost. Since then he seems to have leveled off, but by no means am I saying he doesn’t belong. He is getting regular reps on Special Teams as a back line blocker (wedge) on the Kickoff Return team.
57 Sammy Brown 6'2 254 2 Houston
Sammy Brown in now participating in his 3rd Training Camp, and he FINALLY has made it to the field. He is just now getting back involved in the unit drills, and has shown some explosiveness in one on one drills. He has yet to be included in any team drills, be it on defense or Special Teams. Unless he flashes in the Preseason games, I think he will find tough sledding to make the roster.
62 Ethan Westbrooks 6'3 267 R West Texas A&M
He finally made it on the field after spending the first two weeks of camp on the Non-football PUP list. It’s easy to see why the Rams made him the highest paid UDFA on this year’s group. He is taking reps mainly at DT since coming back, but he gets a turn at DE on occasion, and that is where he is most likely to have an impact. He is very athletic, and quick off the ball. He can dominate the 3rd unit OL in one on one drills, but has not been as good against some of the better guys. It could come down to him and Sam if they decide to keep an extra DE. But he has not shown up on any special teams at this point, so that may work against him in the long run.
93 Kourtnei Brown 6'5 256 1 Clemson
Last player added to the roster at the start of training camp, he has shown pretty well for himself at DE with the 3rd unit. He benefited from Westbrooks and S. Brown’s absence, and shows some ability to get up field. Reminds me a little of Gerald Rivers, and could end up being someone they consider adding to the Practice Squad.
Defensive Tackle:
90 Michael Brockers 6'5 326 3 LSU
While Brockers is entering his 3rd season in the NFL, at 23 he is only going to get better as he matures. He was a BIG kid when he got here, now he is a MAN. Physically, to see him develop and just get leaner and stronger has been fun. He is hard to handle one on one, and should be a force inside to be reckoned with.
98 Kendall Langford 6'6 313 7 Hampton
Continues to get 1st unit reps, and is a nice fit with Brockers inside. He was having a good camp, until missing the past couple of practices with an unknown ailment. He should be part of the rotation, and there is nothing to suggest he won’t continue to build on a good year.
92 Alex Carrington 6'5 301 5 Arkansas State
Carrington has gotten the majority of 2nd unit reps, and has flashed on occasion. He looks to have good instincts and should fit in well. Physical at the point of attack, and has shown the ability to get penetration from inside. Looks to be a nice FA pickup.
71 Matt Conrath 6'7 306 3 Virginia
One of the players who came to camp noticeably bigger and appears stronger. Another in his 3rd training camp, when he got here in 2012, he was tall and lanky at 275 lbs. He is not that same skinny kid any longer. They like his size, and reach. He does a good job against the run, but causes problem with his 6’7 frame in the short passing game. He is also one of the key guys lining up on the Kickoff Return team. Might be a surprise to stick on the 53 man roster.
99 Aaron Donald 6'1 285 R Pittsburgh
No one on the defensive side of the ball has been talked about more than Aaron Donald. And with good reason. While things have leveled off somewhat now that he is being mixed in with the 1st unit in some of the teams drills, most of his early success was against the lesser 3rd team offense. But don’t let that fool you into thinking he isn’t as good as advertised. His get off is unmatched by anyone on this roster. His technique exceeds his experience. His ability to use his hands is that of a much more seasoned pro. He will be a big part of the rotation on defense. And it won’t just to be a pass rushing presence from the DT spot. He can and will be effective vs. the run as well.
68 Deantra Harlan 6'4 281 R Bacone
The last of the UDFA linemen, he has taken advantage of regular reps with the 3rd unit to show some ability. He has stood up well against the run, but as the 6th DT on this roster, his days are limited. He is a guy who might get a look from another organization if he can show something in the Preseason Games.
Defensive Line: (14)
Defensive Ends:
94 Robert Quinn 6'4 264 4 North Carolina
He is arguably the most dominant defensive player in the NFL right now, and from what he is showing in training camp there is nothing that would suggest that is going to change. His get off is so explosive, his tilt and ability to turn the corner is unmatched in the game right now. The biggest thing about Robert Quinn, is his improvement in play recognition, and being a force in the running game. Through the first 2 years of his career, he was solely concerned with pinning his ears back and getting up field. Now he seems to understand when to and when to set the edge. While matching his sack totals may be within his reach, not achieving that will in no way be a fair indicator of how disruptive he will be overall.
91 Chris Long 6'3 270 7 Virginia
He seems to be playing with a renewed enthusiasm, and looks to be genuinely having fun on the practice field. Known as someone who leads by example, that remains a constant in Long’s game. While he won’t get the headlines that Quinn receives, no one out works this guy on the practice field. He looks healthy, and if that continues, he likely returns to a double digit sack year.
95 William Hayes 6'3 278 7 Winston-Salem St.
Hayes has been slow to work his way back into the rotation this training camp. When he has participated, he looks as big and physical as ever. I realize he is a veteran who knows how to prepare for a season, but if these injuries remain to nag him throughout the season, it could impact his role. When healthy, he has proven to be one of, if not the best rotational DE in the league. AS deep as this unit it, they need a healthy Wm. Hayes this season.
97 Eugene Sims 6'6 269 5 West Texas A&M
Another guy who is having a very good training camp, he just continues to gain confidence. Going against predominantly 2nd unit LT’s (Person or Van Dyk) he has had his way most practices. An underrated member of the d-line rotation, he can focus on playing DE this year, and so far, has not been used in any situations where he slides inside to DT.
96 Michael Sam 6'2 261 R Missouri
With all pf the off - field fodder, Michael Sam has done a very good job of focusing on his task at hand and that’s leaving it on the field. He got off to a really good start, and has taken most of the 2nd AND 3rd unit reps in Wm. Hayes' absence. Before they put pads on, he won more battles vs. Hooey than he lost. Since then he seems to have leveled off, but by no means am I saying he doesn’t belong. He is getting regular reps on Special Teams as a back line blocker (wedge) on the Kickoff Return team.
57 Sammy Brown 6'2 254 2 Houston
Sammy Brown in now participating in his 3rd Training Camp, and he FINALLY has made it to the field. He is just now getting back involved in the unit drills, and has shown some explosiveness in one on one drills. He has yet to be included in any team drills, be it on defense or Special Teams. Unless he flashes in the Preseason games, I think he will find tough sledding to make the roster.
62 Ethan Westbrooks 6'3 267 R West Texas A&M
He finally made it on the field after spending the first two weeks of camp on the Non-football PUP list. It’s easy to see why the Rams made him the highest paid UDFA on this year’s group. He is taking reps mainly at DT since coming back, but he gets a turn at DE on occasion, and that is where he is most likely to have an impact. He is very athletic, and quick off the ball. He can dominate the 3rd unit OL in one on one drills, but has not been as good against some of the better guys. It could come down to him and Sam if they decide to keep an extra DE. But he has not shown up on any special teams at this point, so that may work against him in the long run.
93 Kourtnei Brown 6'5 256 1 Clemson
Last player added to the roster at the start of training camp, he has shown pretty well for himself at DE with the 3rd unit. He benefited from Westbrooks and S. Brown’s absence, and shows some ability to get up field. Reminds me a little of Gerald Rivers, and could end up being someone they consider adding to the Practice Squad.
Defensive Tackle:
90 Michael Brockers 6'5 326 3 LSU
While Brockers is entering his 3rd season in the NFL, at 23 he is only going to get better as he matures. He was a BIG kid when he got here, now he is a MAN. Physically, to see him develop and just get leaner and stronger has been fun. He is hard to handle one on one, and should be a force inside to be reckoned with.
98 Kendall Langford 6'6 313 7 Hampton
Continues to get 1st unit reps, and is a nice fit with Brockers inside. He was having a good camp, until missing the past couple of practices with an unknown ailment. He should be part of the rotation, and there is nothing to suggest he won’t continue to build on a good year.
92 Alex Carrington 6'5 301 5 Arkansas State
Carrington has gotten the majority of 2nd unit reps, and has flashed on occasion. He looks to have good instincts and should fit in well. Physical at the point of attack, and has shown the ability to get penetration from inside. Looks to be a nice FA pickup.
71 Matt Conrath 6'7 306 3 Virginia
One of the players who came to camp noticeably bigger and appears stronger. Another in his 3rd training camp, when he got here in 2012, he was tall and lanky at 275 lbs. He is not that same skinny kid any longer. They like his size, and reach. He does a good job against the run, but causes problem with his 6’7 frame in the short passing game. He is also one of the key guys lining up on the Kickoff Return team. Might be a surprise to stick on the 53 man roster.
99 Aaron Donald 6'1 285 R Pittsburgh
No one on the defensive side of the ball has been talked about more than Aaron Donald. And with good reason. While things have leveled off somewhat now that he is being mixed in with the 1st unit in some of the teams drills, most of his early success was against the lesser 3rd team offense. But don’t let that fool you into thinking he isn’t as good as advertised. His get off is unmatched by anyone on this roster. His technique exceeds his experience. His ability to use his hands is that of a much more seasoned pro. He will be a big part of the rotation on defense. And it won’t just to be a pass rushing presence from the DT spot. He can and will be effective vs. the run as well.
68 Deantra Harlan 6'4 281 R Bacone
The last of the UDFA linemen, he has taken advantage of regular reps with the 3rd unit to show some ability. He has stood up well against the run, but as the 6th DT on this roster, his days are limited. He is a guy who might get a look from another organization if he can show something in the Preseason Games.
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