Glazer Says Cooper Kupp's Test Scores Are Better Post-Injury

[CGI_Ram]

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Quotes & Notes 7/27: Cooper Kupp feels good after first day of Rams 2019 training camp

After each media session, Quotes and Notes will bring you what was said, who said it, and what it means for your Los Angeles Rams.

“I’m tripping over myself, I’m so juiced. I just feel like I’m running over myself right now. … My body feels great and I’m excited to be back.”
— WR Cooper Kupp

• After his season ended prematurely with a torn ACL in 2018, wide receiver Cooper Kupp is really happy to be back at the start of 2019 training camp.
• Kupp was a significant part of the action on Saturday, participating full speed during 11-on-11 drills.
• He jumped up and caught a pass down the left seam, in a sense signaling just how “back” he is.
• Kupp could barely contain his excitement to be back on the field after what he’s been through, which is what he meant by “tripping over” himself.

“I thought he he looked good. … I think the more reps that he gets at full speed, the more comfortable he’s going to get.”
— HC Sean McVay

• Head coach Sean McVay was encouraged by what he saw out of Kupp during Saturday’s first practice of camp.
• McVay has said that there’s a specific plan in place for Kupp to bring him along in the best way possible — in order to make sure he’s not putting himself in an unfavorable position as the calendar moves into August.
• The head coach credited Kupp along with head trainer Reggie Scott and his staff for Kupp being able to return to this level of performance so quickly.

“It’s good. Just out here just doing what I do. Obviously I’m about to go do some recovery after this, and just get ready for the next day.”
— RB Todd Gurley

• How does Todd Gurley’s knee feel after Day 1? He said it’s good.
• Gurley didn’t look any different when running the ball on the first day of camp, showing burst and explosiveness.
• Gurley said he’s glad to be back on the field with his teammates.

“Y’all gotta stop putting this bad energy in my knee, man — just let it be!”
—RB Todd Gurley

• Gurley had some fun during this media session following Saturday’s practice, joking about all the questions he’s faced about his knee throughout the offseason.
• Gurley said he’s not necessarily eager to get back on the field to shut the questions down, nor does he feel like he has to prove anything to anybody when it comes to his performance.
• The running back noted this is a game he’s been playing for years now, so what he’s going through now isn’t really anything new.

"Todd really has kind of become a veteran player as well, so you could see the workload from day-to-day be alternated based on what we get from the GPS tracking system, and really how he’s feeling, most importantly.”
— HC Sean McVay

• McVay had mentioned that there’s a specific plan in place for Gurley as well for this year’s training camp.
• Gurley did not participate in the on-field portions of the Rams’ offseason program, instead working with personal trainer Travelle Gaines.
• But now Gurley’s back and McVay said the RB looked good in his first team on-field action since February.

“It’s a great plan. Veteran plan. That’s why I love coach. That’s why I love Reggie. That’s why I love the whole strength staff. That’s why I love the Rams. It’s going to be a good camp.”
— RB Todd Gurley

• Gurley has never been shy when describing how he feels about practice. If you remember, he quoted Allen Iverson during the Rams’ playoff run back at the start of the calendar year.
• So he is certainly in favor of Los Angeles’ plan to manage his practice workload this season.
• As McVay said, Gurley is a veteran player now, so he’ll likely be on the same kind of track that Los Angeles has used with players like left tackle Andrew Whitworth.
• Gurley will practice most days, but there will be times where he’ll have a day off.
• But, as Gurley said, that doesn’t mean he’ll totally relax. He will still have to maintain his body. And, Gurley said, he’ll want to be out there to support his teammates.

“[T]here’s a reason why we have a lot of confidence in them, but they certainly have to earn it every day.”
— HC Sean McVay

• McVay was referring to the Rams’ two new starting offensive linemen — left guard Joe Noteboom and center Brian Allen.
• A reporter asked McVay if he feels Noteboom and Allen are where they need to be, but without pads, McVay said it’s a little too early for that to be determined.
• The Rams selected both Noteboom and Allen during the 2018 draft — Noteboom in the third round and Allen in the fourth.
• Part of the confidence comes from the fact that both have been in the building for a year and understand the Rams’ system.
• Still, both players have a lot to prove as 2019 begins.

 

[Akrasian]

“[T]here’s a reason why we have a lot of confidence in them, but they certainly have to earn it every day.”
— HC Sean McVay

• McVay was referring to the Rams’ two new starting offensive linemen — left guard Joe Noteboom and center Brian Allen.
• A reporter asked McVay if he feels Noteboom and Allen are where they need to be, but without pads, McVay said it’s a little too early for that to be determined.
• The Rams selected both Noteboom and Allen during the 2018 draft — Noteboom in the third round and Allen in the fourth.
• Part of the confidence comes from the fact that both have been in the building for a year and understand the Rams’ system.
• Still, both players have a lot to prove as 2019 begins.

Of course, they won't be sure until they do it everyday, even when tired late in the game or with minor nagging injuries, but they both looked good last season in limited snaps, and have had an offseason of working out - and will have many practices before the season begins. While integrating new OL is always worrisome, I have more concerns about other positions.

 

[bubbaramfan]

Gurley might not have taken part in the "on field" portion of the off season program, but it didn't take them long to give him the ball at TC yesterday. Handed the ball off to him in the second series and he looked quick, fast and like nothing bothered him.

Talking Heads: Now shut up! :shooting:

 

[OldSchool]

View: https://twitter.com/SmolaDS/status/1164326670754635776?s=19&

 

[BonifayRam]

View: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2850644-fantasy-alert-jay-glazer-says-cooper-kupps-test-scores-are-better-post-injury


Fantasy Alert: Jay Glazer Says Cooper Kupp's Test Scores Are Better Post-Injury
Mike ChiariAugust 22, 2019

Despite tearing his ACL in November, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp is reportedly more explosive than ever just nine months later.

Jay Glazer of The Athletic wrote: "I think he's always grinded so hard and he's always pushed himself so much, his body finally got a chance to rest. With that rest, he was able to respond in a way where he's faster. All his test scores, coming out of his breaks, agility, quickness, every test timed better than it was before he tore his ACL. It's incredible."

While Kupp has not yet appeared in a preseason game, all signs point toward him being in the starting lineup alongside fellow wideouts Brandin Cooks and Robert Woods when the Rams open their regular-season slate against the Carolina Panthers on Sept. 8.

Prior to going down, Kupp was on pace to put up huge numbers. Through eight games, the 26-year-old registered 40 receptions for 566 yards and six touchdowns. Had he played the entire season, he would have obliterated the 62/869/5 stat line he delivered as a rookie third-round pick out of Eastern Washington.

Last season, L.A.'s offense was explosive enough to accommodate three starter-worthy receivers from a fantasy perspective. Woods led the team with 86 receptions for 1,219 yards and six touchdowns, while Cooks added 80 grabs for 1,204 yards and five scores.

Quarterback Jared Goff finished with a career-high 4,688 yards and 32 touchdowns, and there is reason to believe his numbers could be even better in 2019.

Since running back Todd Gurley has some question marks surrounding his knee after missing the final two games of the 2018 regular season and struggling during the playoffs, Goff may be tasked with throwing the ball more this season.

Even if the passing volume remains largely unchanged, Kupp is undoubtedly worth owning in fantasy since his status as L.A.'s top slot receiver makes him Goff's security blanket. Goff also seems to favor targeting him over both Woods and Cooks in the red zone.

Kupp's draft-day price is currently modest because he's coming off a serious injury (ranked 52nd in Yahoo PPR leagues), but if Glazer's report is accurate, his is definitely worth taking as a WR2 or WR3 who has the potential to put up low-end WR1 numbers.

 

[FaulkSF]

And no, Kupp did not rehabilitate at Unbreakable Gym. This Glazer report is likely legit.

 

[ReekofRams]

We will rebuild you. You will be better, stronger, and faster than ever before.

 

[Corbin]

Anybody else squeamish about Kupp going hard so soon? I’m sor paranoid hell reinjure himself. Now I know how parents feel! Lol

 

[ReekofRams]

Squeamish?! I am a real man, and us real men do not get squeamish. Concerned, worried, disconcerted, anxious, in despair, about ready to pull our nuts and bolts off, yes. But never squeamish. Last person who threatened to disrupt my peace, found out it wasn’t my peace that was disrupted. So no I never get squeamish.

 

[NoCoNite]

Where do you draft cooper in fantasy football?

 

[TexasRam]

Where do you draft cooper in fantasy football?

i’m aiming around round 7or 8 as my third WR.

RB RB RB WR WR TE and maybe QB all come first. depending on QBs left.

 

[Merlin]

Coop is gonna crap all over a lot of guys taken before him in fantasy drafts this season.

 

[Angry Ram]

Where do you draft cooper in fantasy football?

Late 4th / early 5th round. Or you can always just get him earlier...

 

[OldSchool]

Most sites list him around a 4th round pick. If you don't take him around there you're likely going to be watching him score for somebody else.

 

[JonRam99]

"I'm so juiced" -- wrong choice of words there Cooper.....