Rams News Recap: May 14

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Trinca-Pasat Gets Opportunity with the Rams –Latsch
Louis Trinca-Pasat tried not to pay much attention to the final day of the NFL Draft. The former Iowa defensive tackle, who was projected by some as a late-round pick, kept himself busy instead of following along with the picks.

McCutcheon Sees Limitless Potential in Gurley –Simmons
In drafting Todd Gurley, St. Louis added a running back who is universally thought of as a special talent at Rams Park. And one man uniquely qualified to make that statement is Lawrence McCutcheo

Rams’ Marquez is Giving Football his Best Shot –PD
Baseball or football? It is a debate that has dominated the life of Rams wide receiver Bradley Marquez over the last few years.

The One-and-Only Kurt Warner Pre-Draft Scouting Report –FSMW
After two league MVPs, a Super Bowl MVP, a Super Bowl ring, and multiple Pro Bowls, it’s still hard to believe people once overlooked Kurt Warner’s NFL potential.

Three Biggest Additions to the St. Louis Rams Roster for 2015
The St. Louis Rams have no shortage of new faces, as a flurry of moves in free agency and a surprise with their first round selection have brought a fresh identity to a squad that has struggled for one over the last few years.

Don’t Discount Todd Gurley for Rookie of the Year
Despite a deep draft class, and coming off an ACL injury, St. Louis Rams rookie running back Todd Gurley could very well wind up the 2015 NFL offensive Rookie of the Year.

Rams hope Todd Gurley, their back of the future, can be blast from past –Wagoner
In many ways, the scarcity of jersey number options for Todd Gurley tells the story of how he ended up with the St. Louis Rams.

Steven Jackson Still Wants to Play, Eventually Retire a Ram –Wagoner
As the NFL’s leading active rusher, Steven Jackson has been able to check off a long list of individual accomplishments throughout his 11-year career.

Morning Ram-blings: Looking ahead to 2016 draft –Wagoner
Is it too early to look ahead to the 2016 NFL draft? Yes, yes it is.

Poll Shows 3-1 Support for Sanctions Against Brady, Patriots –Video

Will Todd Gurley be Rookie of the Year? –ESPN Video
 

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Morning Ram-blings: Todd Gurley as rookie of the year?
By Nick Wagoner

http://espn.go.com/blog/st-louis-ra...-ram-blings-todd-gurley-as-rookie-of-the-year

EARTH CITY, Mo. -- Thursday was sort of the day of the running back here on ESPN.com, especially over in this corner of the site on the St. Louis Rams blog.

Beyond the pieces I wrote on backs Steven Jackson and Todd Gurley, there were two more worthwhile reads on the topic.

First and foremost, ESPN NFL Insider KC Joyner made the case for Gurley as the favorite to be offensive rookie of the year in 2015. Joyner believes Gurley not only is in the best spot to have success, but is the right fit for what the Rams want to do. And while Gurley's health is a serious concern, Joyner believes that it's not as serious as others might believe.

For what it's worth, Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. won the award last season despite not playing in every game. So the precedent has been set and Gurley might be a special enough talent to pull it off.

Over on the San Diego Chargers blog, Eric Williams offered a good read on the guy who might be another favorite for the award in running back Melvin Gordon.

Gordon enters the league healthy and there's little doubt the Chargers have big plans for him. Regardless, both backs should be fun to watch in 2015 and beyond.

I.C.Y.M.I.

A roundup of Thursday's Rams stories on ESPN.com. ... In the Ram-blings, we began the day with a look ahead to the 2016 NFL draft. ... Former Rams star running back Steven Jackson wants to keep playing but whether he gets a chance or not, he wants to retire a Ram when the time comes. ... In drafting Gurley, the Rams are sending a clear message that they value running backs.

Elsewhere:

As usual, NFL Nation columnist Kevin Seifert offers a smart take on Robert Kraft vs. the NFL.

Scouts, Inc.'s Gary Horton takes a look at the fit for the top 10 picks in the draft.

At 101sports.com, Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz discusses new Rams offensive lineman Andrew Donnal.

At stltoday.com, Bernie Miklasz explores how soccer could help the city keep football.

David Hunn offers an update on the financing plans for the proposed stadium.