jrry32 said:
rams24/7 said:
-Tavon Austin: Triple threat with the ability to catch, run, and return. Sick open field moves with speed to boot. Size IS a concern for me, but not the main one. Too many people forget or just disregard the fact that Jared Cook played 70% of his PT at TENN in the SLOT. That means the other 30% of the time or the rare occasion of a 4 WR set Austin would be on the field. I'm sorry but that is way too few offensive snaps a game for the #16 pick.
Or the Rams will use Cook and Austin in the slot simultaneously like the Pats did with Welker. Or the Rams will play Austin at Flanker. Or the Rams will use Cook inline at TE or at Flanker. There's not a set spot for either player. Both are versatile and both are capable of playing 3 or 4 different positions on offense.
On top of that, Austin would contribute as a KR and PR. So I'm not buying this argument.
But I guess we'll see. If the Rams pass on Austin, maybe they do.
Using Cook and Austin in the slot would happen very infrequently. We rarely used 4 WR sets in 2012, and even when were in come from behind passing situations we often went with 3 WR.
I don't think Austin can consistently win on the outside in the NFL due to his size. He has great speed but it will be negated if he can get off the press of divisional corners like Richard Sherman.
Cook at in-line is the scenario that would occur most imo, but I still don't see the Rams doing that much. I have a feeling they'd like to have Kendricks at in-line as much as possible with the blocking skills he possesses.
I just don't think Austin warrants the #16 overall pick. Ace Sanders is a poor man's Austin, and would cost a fraction of the price (rds 3-5).
The Rams need a legit outside presence to pair with Givens, more than they need a slot guy. I understand the unique skill set Austin brings to the table, but I'll respectfully disagree with you.
