Les Snead and Sean McVay Pre-Draft Presser

[Zero]

View: http://www.therams.com/videos/videos/Les-Snead-and-Sean-McVay-Pre-Draft-Presser/ad1e1ad0-acba-41ca-afed-8766e5e888af

 

[Ram65]

I watch even if you only get little insight.

It seems like McVay likes Snead. Right around 3 Minutes and 20 Secs the War Gaming questions McVay answers with a positive about how they watch film together and he is a football guy. Helping him get different insights. Les responses is how Sean can explain what he is looking for his offense etc.....Snead has also had the time to get his scouting department running on all cylinders.

I think we will see a draft that actually gets talented players that fit the Rams schemes on both sides of the ball and special teams. A draft that doesn't over think things. Yeah I think we will see some trade moves.

They both really like Wade Phillips.

 

[DR RAM]

I love these. Hard to figure, but of course, we don't pick until 2nd round. I really do think TE, CB, WR, will be first priorities in no given order. Center is also a need, unless we are training someone to play that position.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

@jrry32 It seems that they are focusing on "Explosive" players on both sides of the ball. I admittedly have not followed this thing like I have for the last 15 or so years. Who at each position do you think fits that description? Is it all of the first round guys? Or is it say....Zay Jones more so than JuJu? Big play receiver or possession guy? How about TE? Does Engram fit that bill or is another TE more explosive? Or Willis more so than Tak McKinley? Which corners look explosive. They basically described Denver's defense when discussing what players are at a premium. Pass rushers and corners.

Others are welcome to chime in. I asked Jrry because we have been going back and forth on draft prospects for a very long time now.

 

[Mackeyser]

LOOOOOVE that the first question is about Analytics...

Can't understate how that's going to change...everything.

It's already in this nascent stage redefining entire industries. It won't be long before we use AI sims to make better management decisions than going with some mid-level manager's gut about a business' priorities and direction.

Arthur C Clarke said: Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.

Now, it's about basic levels of predictive production based on limited factors. Soon... well, it'll seem like magic based on our current context.

Also, I loved how he understands how important it is to be on the same page as the GM. Superficially, it helps Les, but it IMMEDIATELY helps the team and this draft should be markedly better than past drafts.

 

[DR RAM]

@jrry32 It seems that they are focusing on "Explosive" players on both sides of the ball. I admittedly have not followed this thing like I have for the last 15 or so years. Who at each position do you think fits that description? Is it all of the first round guys? Or is it say....Zay Jones more so than JuJu? Big play receiver or possession guy? How about TE? Does Engram fit that bill or is another TE more explosive? Or Willis more so than Tak McKinley? Which corners look explosive. They basically described Denver's defense when discussing what players are at a premium. Pass rushers and corners.

Others are welcome to chime in. I asked Jrry because we have been going back and forth on draft prospects for a very long time now.

Immediately, I think explosive TE, because I don't see a player at WR, who would be considered explosive in the 2nd round. That being said, in the later rounds, and in UDFA, we may really try to look at/draft specialists...as in, deep ball guys. I can think of A. Jackson as a player possibly, that we'd take if he fell to us, we could use him on offense also. The take on Tru didn't really sound very positive. We will go CB in our first 3 picks, I am certain.

I feel we will go TE, with our first pick, just my guess, unless the top talent is gone. If C. Davis, please, please, fell, we'd take him, I'm sure.

I think we may address the speedy WR in later rounds...or UDFA, though.

 

[StealYoGurley]

McVay talks alot about explosives and speed and some of the pre draft visits we know of reflect that.

Ive watched alot of McVay tape and Jordan Reed plays alot of WR not only in the slot, but outside as well. Using Reed on the outside and placing the slot receiver on the line allowed him to mitigate the lack of size at WR because the outside guys faced less press by lining up off the line.

IMO Gerald Everett and Evan Engram fit the bill of what he is looking for and probably provide better value than the WRs available in round 2. Right now if there isn't one of the better WRs in striking range I envision the Rams standing pat and taking Engram or trading down a little to get Everett then add an explosive WR like Taywan Taylor or KD Cannon in the third.

 

[Zero]

I watch even if you only get little insight.

It seems like McVay likes Snead. Right around 3 Minutes and 20 Secs the War Gaming questions McVay answers with a positive about how they watch film together and he is a football guy. Helping him get different insights. Les responses is how Sean can explain what he is looking for his offense etc.....Snead has also had the time to get his scouting department running on all cylinders.

I think we will see a draft that actually gets talented players that fit the Rams schemes on both sides of the ball and special teams. A draft that doesn't over think things. Yeah I think we will see some trade moves.

They both really like Wade Phillips.

Something tells me that these two will be well aware if either
person got an extension.

 

[Merlin]

What I really liked hearing is that the staff is accurately articulating what they need and the scouting side is aligned in-step with them to get those things. Les has mentioned more than once that this staff is great at communicating and I think the combination of everyone going in the same direction is an enormous change for the good.

I've always believed a GM's biggest move is his head coach hire. Les just got handed what looks to be a strong young head coach, so maybe together they're gonna raise the bar. This draft is going to tell us a lot I think.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

Immediately, I think explosive TE, because I don't see a player at WR, who would be considered explosive in the 2nd round. That being said, in the later rounds, and in UDFA, we may really try to look at/draft specialists...as in, deep ball guys. I can think of A. Jackson as a player possibly, that we'd take if he fell to us, we could use him on offense also. The take on Tru didn't really sound very positive. We will go CB in our first 3 picks, I am certain.

I feel we will go TE, with our first pick, just my guess, unless the top talent is gone. If C. Davis, please, please, fell, we'd take him, I'm sure.

I think we may address the speedy WR in later rounds...or UDFA, though.

Yeah I guess Adoree Jackson would be considered explosive. I just think that there are a lot of corners better than him in this draft,especially at pick #37.

I guess you are right about TE. I have Bern big on Engram all along and think he fits the bill. Naomi would be great but not likely to reach the Rams.

 

[jrry32]

@jrry32 It seems that they are focusing on "Explosive" players on both sides of the ball. I admittedly have not followed this thing like I have for the last 15 or so years. Who at each position do you think fits that description? Is it all of the first round guys? Or is it say....Zay Jones more so than JuJu? Big play receiver or possession guy? How about TE? Does Engram fit that bill or is another TE more explosive? Or Willis more so than Tak McKinley? Which corners look explosive. They basically described Denver's defense when discussing what players are at a premium. Pass rushers and corners.

Others are welcome to chime in. I asked Jrry because we have been going back and forth on draft prospects for a very long time now.

It's hard to say with certainty (because so many things are described as explosive in football), but I'd say there are guys you could classify as explosive based on analytics or their play. I'll try to give you a non-exhaustive list at some positions of need:
WR
Evan Engram
K.D. Cannon
Josh Reynolds
Mack Hollins
Josh Ross
Carlos Henderson
Shelton Gibson

TE
David Njoku
Jonnu Smith
Gerald Everett
Bucky Hodges
George Kittle

OLB
T.J. Watt
Jordan Willis
Tyus Bowser
Haason Reddick

CB
Kevin King
Gareon Conley
Fabian Moreau
Ahkello Witherspoon
Adoree Jackson
Shaq Griffin

 

[Florida_Ram]

It's hard to say with certainty (because so many things are described as explosive in football), but I'd say there are guys you could classify as explosive based on analytics or their play. I'll try to give you a non-exhaustive list at some positions of need:
WR
Evan Engram
K.D. Cannon
Josh Reynolds
Mack Hollins
Josh Ross
Carlos Henderson
Shelton Gibson

TE
David Njoku
Jonnu Smith
Gerald Everett
Bucky Hodges
George Kittle

OLB
T.J. Watt
Jordan Willis
Tyus Bowser
Haason Reddick

CB
Kevin King
Gareon Conley
Fabian Moreau
Ahkello Witherspoon
Adoree Jackson
Shaq Griffin

DAMN jrry!!! your example list of explosive players/fits/needs is 97.999 % the same as my scouting list. Do you have secret spies over here in the sunny state of Florida? You are freaking me out a little bit brother

 

[jrry32]

DAMN jrry!!! your example list of explosive players/fits/needs is 97.999 % the same as my scouting list. Do you have secret spies over here in the sunny state of Florida? You are freaking me out a little bit brother

Don't need them. I live in Florida. I just spy on you myself. However, I should mention that I am not advocating the Rams draft every player I listed. I'm not a fan of some of them.

 

[DaveFan'51]

I think, just from what I heard both Snead and McVay say. They will basically be going for BPA that fits there scheme, and No reaching just because of need!!
I wouldn't look for "Trade-Ups" But a Trade down or two in this Draft wouldn't surprise me at all!! At least this is my take on this Presser! JMHO
And look for a LOT of SMOKE over the next 48 hours!!:mrburnsevil:

 

[jrry32]

After watching it, I'll just say that I hope the Rams prioritize football skill along with explosiveness. If they draft a bunch of athletes who aren't great football players, I'll be disappointed. But based on what they're saying, I expect Evan Engram to be the pick if he's around at #37.(he might not be)

 

[So Ram]

Immediately, I think explosive TE, because I don't see a player at WR, who would be considered explosive in the 2nd round. That being said, in the later rounds, and in UDFA, we may really try to look at/draft specialists...as in, deep ball guys. I can think of A. Jackson as a player possibly, that we'd take if he fell to us, we could use him on offense also. The take on Tru didn't really sound very positive. We will go CB in our first 3 picks, I am certain.

I feel we will go TE, with our first pick, just my guess, unless the top talent is gone. If C. Davis, please, please, fell, we'd take him, I'm sure.

I think we may address the speedy WR in later rounds...or UDFA, though.

I think The Rams would have to trade up to get in front of The 9ers . They talked about that a lot.Last thing they want is the 9ers to get him.

Adore Jackson is explosive .

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

It's hard to say with certainty (because so many things are described as explosive in football), but I'd say there are guys you could classify as explosive based on analytics or their play. I'll try to give you a non-exhaustive list at some positions of need:
WR
Evan Engram
K.D. Cannon
Josh Reynolds
Mack Hollins
Josh Ross
Carlos Henderson
Shelton Gibson

TE
David Njoku
Jonnu Smith
Gerald Everett
Bucky Hodges
George Kittle

OLB
T.J. Watt
Jordan Willis
Tyus Bowser
Haason Reddick

CB
Kevin King
Gareon Conley
Fabian Moreau
Ahkello Witherspoon
Adoree Jackson
Shaq Griffin

Would being explosive relate directly to SPARQ scores?

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

After watching it, I'll just say that I hope the Rams prioritize football skill along with explosiveness. If they draft a bunch of athletes who aren't great football players, I'll be disappointed. But based on what they're saying, I expect Evan Engram to be the pick if he's around at #37.(he might not be)

Yes, I totally agree with this. Snead has gone the 'elite athlete' direction too much in recent years. It seems to pan out a little more on defense than it does on offense. I think offense takes more football skill and experience. Offense is about precision and execution. I believe that is part of why some of their Oline problems exist and why guys like Quick just never work out. I am a big fan of football intelligence in players. There are college athletes playing football that get drafted high every year. I put Tavon in that category too.

 

[LACHAMP46]

It seems that they are focusing on "Explosive" players on both sides of the ball.

Great news....

I don't see a player at WR, who would be considered explosive in the 2nd round.

Plenty of wr's....not only in the 2nd round...3rd, 4th, 5th,...probably a few go undrafted as well

Shelton Gibson

Who is this?

I think offense takes more football skill and experience. Offense is about precision and execution. I believe that is part of why some of their Oline problems exist and why guys like Quick just never work out. I am a big fan of football intelligence in players. There are college athletes playing football that get drafted high every year. I put Tavon in that category too.

It really relates back to the coaching these players receive. I read G-Rob scored a 22 on his wonderlic test....Dan Marino scored a 15. Our players are smart enough...that's why so many get picked up when they leave now. We just got rid of our dumb coaches too late to save some of them.

 

[DR RAM]

Great news....


Plenty of wr's....not only in the 2nd round...3rd, 4th, 5th,...probably a few go undrafted as well
Who is this?

It really relates back to the coaching these players receive. I read G-Rob scored a 22 on his wonderlic test....Dan Marino scored a 15. Our players are smart enough...that's why so many get picked up when they leave now. We just got rid of our dumb coaches too late to save some of them.

Totally agree with you in the WR position, I think we may address it later, if we are basically looking for a one dimensional guy. Shoot, Kenny Walker may get a shot as an UDFA, after his 4.26 at his Pro Day. We may also double dip there, depending on what we think of our own guys. In the 4th, I think Josh Reynolds is a real good fit, for his long ball ability, and long speed. Nice list @jrry32 . I'd take Chad Wheeler in the 5th if he fell. I think he has some skills, size, and could develop into a future OLT.

If it falls a certain way, TE, CB, WR, C, BPA's/Fits to finish our draft and UDFA. I'm pretty sure we will acquire a LB or two along the way, who Wade wants, if he doesn't see fits on this team.