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Todd Gurley finding ways to participate in Rams OTAs
By Nick Wagoner
ESPN.com

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/13019961/todd-gurley-st-louis-rams-progressing-rehab-acl-tear

EARTH CITY, Mo. -- Although St. Louis Rams running back Todd Gurley isn't technically participating in organized team activities this week, he is doing everything he can to get a reasonable approximation.

Gurley is still rehabilitating from the torn left ACL he suffered in November. For now, Gurley is mostly limited to hanging out on the sideline with the athletic trainers. But he is not just standing around with nothing to do.

Near the start of the team's Thursday practice, Gurley worked with athletic trainer Byron Cunningham on the side. As his teammates went through individual drills, Gurley did some high leg kicks and running. He was mostly limited to linear work that doesn't require him to move much laterally, but he was able to do a few agility drills that required change of direction.

Gurley also stayed on the field after practice was over, running a few routes for rookie quarterback Sean Mannion. Gurley worked at about half speed and wasn't cutting like he would in a game, but he did get some extra repetitions.

Coach Jeff Fisher said Gurley, the No. 10 overall pick in this year's draft, is progressing well. The Rams have put no timetable on when Gurley will return to practice or games, but Fisher has indicated a willingness to be as patient as necessary.

"Todd's doing a great job with his rehab," Fisher said. "He's very anxious. He's probably a little frustrated, probably deep down inside not really happy right now, but he's anxious to get out there right now, so that's going well."

During Friday's OTAs, the Rams appeared to dial it back with Gurley. Near the end of the session, Gurley did get some one-on-one time with running backs coach Ben Sirmans.

Sirmans walked Gurley through some runs, and Gurley ran at about half speed, mixing in a couple of small cutbacks.

"I feel good. I just can't play football right now," Gurley said. "I'm running around and doing agility stuff. It's just day by day."

When not doing work on the side, Gurley said he is doing his best to stay attuned to what's happening on the field. When the Rams switched from individual drills to team sessions, Gurley stopped his sideline work and joined his teammates in the huddle, standing close enough to hear the plays and run through them in his mind.

"[It's good] just being able to get my rehab during practice when they are doing individual, then when team comes, I get those mental reps," Gurley said.
 

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St. Louis Rams head coach Jeff Fisher joined Frank Cusumano on the Hollywood Casino Pressbox to discuss his charity softball game, Nick Foles, Bud Sasser, and Todd Gurley.

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Tre Mason says Todd Gurley is 'family' now
By Mark Inabinett

http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2015/06/tre_mason_says_todd_gurley_is.html

St. Louis Rams running back Tre Mason made the NFL All-Rookie team last season. After being selected out of Auburn with a third-round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, Mason ran for 765 yards and was St. Louis' leading rusher in each of its final 12 games – or every game of his NFL career, since Mason didn't play in the first four games of the season.

After that promising performance by Mason, the Rams used the 10th choice in the 2015 NFL Draft on Georgia running back Todd Gurley. Afterward, Mason tweeted:

This week, the Rams became the last NFL team to start their offseason training activities. After the second OTA, Mason gave a video interview on the team's official web site. He said Gurley is a teammate now.

"We're all here now," Mason said. "You've got to accept each other as family. Me and TG, we go back to school. We've been texting since school. We texted before the draft. It's also a smooth transition there."

Of course, if he needs to, Mason can bring up the 2013 Georgia-Auburn game.

"We've always got to talk that one catch by my dog Ricardo Lewis," Mason said.

Auburn defeated Georgia 43-38 on Nov. 16, 2013, on its way to the SEC title and a spot in the BCS national-championship game. Mason ran 27 times for 115 yards and a touchdown for Auburn, and Gurley carried 15 times for 79 yards and a touchdown for Georgia. The big play, though, was Lewis' miracle catch for a 73-yard Auburn touchdown with 25 seconds left in the game.

Gurley tore an anterior cruciate ligament last season and is not ready for full practice participation. The knee injury has limited Gurley to side work since he reported with the Rams' rookies last month, and uncertain how ready he'll be when the season kicks off on Sept. 13.

Mason said he was happy to return to the practice field.

"I feel like this is what God put us here to do," Mason said. "We're all here. He put us here to play football. You've got to have fun while you're out here. ...We just couldn't wait to get back together and play together."
 

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Fisher Interview Summary

Coach Fisher discussed several topics, including his charity softball game, which will take place at T.R. Hughes Ballpark in O'Fallon, MO on Sunday, June 7th (Tickets for the game can be purchased here).

Tell us about Daniel Rodriguez, a war veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, now trying to make your roster.

"He's a great story, very inspirational. He made a commitment to one of his fallen friends that he'd play football. He walked on to Clemson University and actually played the last couple of years as a returner and slot receiver. He wanted an opportunity in the NFL and we're going to give him that opportunity, he's been really fun to be around. Funny story we were in practice and normally at the end I tell the veterans to go over and stretch and cool down, while I keep the rookies. He was confused because he is a veteran so he asks, "Does that mean I go over there or stay here?"."

Nick Foles looks like he's commanding respect right away

"Yeah he's been in here early working really hard and getting a good feel for the offense. It's important for him at that position to develop key individual relationships with each player and he's done that. He takes charge of the huddle, he's very athletic and competitive, and mistakes don't bother him. He's learning fast and our defense is hard to go up against, but he's not worried about making mistakes. He's got a great arm and we're very pleased with where he is thus far."

Everybody in this area obviously has a great respect for Bud Sasser the Missouri wide receiver. How hard is it to tell him that it's not going to work here, we can't take this chance?

"Well it was very difficult. We've had numerous conversations. He's an outstanding young man. We sent him to a number of specialists, but it's difficult telling somebody "You failed a physical and we've been advised to not let you play football." He's going to be successful because he has that type of personality."

Regarding Todd Gurley are you starting to get signs that he'll be ready by opening day or are you not ready yet to commit there?

"We're hopeful for that, but were not going to make a mistake and put hi out there too soon. He looks great and has incredible lower body strength. he's bouncing back from this injury very well. For me to predict right now would be unfair, but he will absolutely be playing this year. There is no doubt he is returning to football."



http://www.insidestl.com/insideSTLc...ks-Nick-Foles-Todd-Gurley-and-Bud-Sasser.aspx
 

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Mason & Gurley...SEC RB's....just wow...Big 10 Linemen (Saff & Havenstein)...with SEC linemen (G-Rob & Jones)...Some ACC & in there too...ahhh man! Gurley will love this place...
 

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Auburn defeated Georgia 43-38 on Nov. 16, 2013, on its way to the SEC title and a spot in the BCS national-championship game. Mason ran 27 times for 115 yards and a touchdown for Auburn, and Gurley carried 15 times for 79 yards and a touchdown for Georgia.
Does this make you wonder, just how good will the Rams rushing attack be!!? It does me!!!
 

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Does this make you wonder, just how good will the Rams rushing attack be!!? It does me!!!
No doubt about it! Once the O-Line comes together, we will wear down our opposition and move the chains. No chance we go down quietly!
 

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And now they both get to run behind Greg Robinson!
& Roger Saffold on Foles blind side.

---Nick FArley as a rotation guy at 26 & 1 year contract.Dude will be intense.

Akeem Aykers Just one a Super Bowl,& his best season was the one Greg Williams was his coach.
 

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Best advise to Gurley, be patient, and ..
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