Rams on the clock at #37 (CBS Sports)

[Mojo Ram]

Yeah no safeties or RB's at #37 please.

 

[LARAMSinFeb.]

Yeah no safeties or RB's at #37 please.

Yeah, amen to that.

 

[OldSchool]

FWIW reading lots of reports the Saints are targeting Engram at 32. Again it's draft smoke screen time so FWIW.

 

[NERamsFan]

The Hav to LG Twitter post was incorrect. When I tweeted as much, Alden replied and confirmed it was a typo. Hav to RG and GROB to RT.

Roby-Coleman signing confirms Joyner to FS. It'll be interesting if Tru is still on the team after draft weekend bc we have Gaines and Webster competing on the outside. Depth is nice, but another draft pick thru a Tru trade would be ideal.

 

[Ram65]

I was watching his highlight video yesterday and though I saw a little Marshall Faulk in the way he runs.

Ross sliding to us would figure, since I don't think he's the best fit for us. Not that I wouldn't like to see him on the depth chart, but him and his 40 time aren't the best fit for the Rams among the early wideouts. If any of those top 3 wideouts slide to round 2 it will be Ross IMO.

I was wondering how he would fit in the Rams offense. Rams shouldn't risk the health problems I know. I think he could run the intermediate routes like the digs and deep out. Of course he can go deep and take shorter passes ion space.. That speed with Tavon on the field would put pressure on the defenses. Just trying to imagine it.

 

[Merlin]

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2017/04/22/durability-could-drag-down-john-ross/

Durability concerns could drag down John Ross
Posted by Mike Florio on April 22, 2017, 1:26 PM EDT

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A Combine record of 4.22 seconds in the 40-yard dash may not propel John Ross to the top of the draft, after all.

NFL Network draft expert Mike Mayock said Friday that injury concerns have caused teams either to downgrade the Washington receiver or to remove him from consideration.

“There are some teams that have pushed him either down their boards or off their boards because of injuries,” Mayock said, via NFL.com. “He’s had surgery on his shoulder, he’s had surgery on both knees, and he’s got a small frame. So the durability is a big issue with him right now.”

Of course, it doesn’t matter if most teams take him from the draft board. If at least two think of him highly — and if they’re willing to assume the risk that he’ll be injured on a regular basis or out of football sooner than expected — his draft stock will remain high.

For his part, Mayock still regards Ross as a first-round talent, who can immediately help as a receiver and a return specialist. Many others still see Ross as a sure-fire top-15 pick.

 

[BonifayRam]

I have a lot of different family in Tallahassee & from the discussions I have had with them Cook is the real deal & yes he has had some issues with the law & all we read about Cook is this " off-field concerns about Dalvin Cook" (Most know I am a canine person too)......Bottom line so called Character flaws of the young Dalvin Cook from the Tallahassee clan is ridiculous! He is a fine young man & would be a steal in this draft # 37. I have seen a ton of him the last two seasons & I think he is the best RB I ever seen come out of FSU in a long long time. Many here talking about that small TE but Cook is a much more serious offensive threat. McVay would find a way to use both Gurley & Cook.

In conclusion: Rams sure do not need a RB that's a fact! but for all the blubber about BPA Code stuff ...I truly believe this Ram team would regret letting the closest offensive player I have seen to a clone of a young Marshall Faulk pass them by.

 

[LARAMSinFeb.]

I have a lot of different family in Tallahassee & from the discussions I have had with them Cook is the real deal & yes he has had some issues with the law & all we read about Cook is this " off-field concerns about Dalvin Cook" (Most know I am a canine person too)......Bottom line so called Character flaws of the young Dalvin Cook from the Tallahassee clan is ridiculous! He is a fine young man & would be a steal in this draft # 37. I have seen a ton of him the last two seasons & I think he is the best RB I ever seen come out of FSU in a long long time. Many here talking about that small TE but Cook is a much more serious offensive threat. McVay would find a way to use both Gurley & Cook.

In conclusion: Rams sure do not need a RB that's a fact! but for all the blubber about BPA Code stuff ...I truly believe this Ram team would regret letting the closest offensive player I have seen to a clone of a young Marshall Faulk pass them by.

Doesn't Cook have fumbling issues? Besides that, the Rams have many far more urgent needs than RB imo.

 

[BonifayRam]

Doesn't Cook have fumbling issues? Besides that, the Rams have many far more urgent needs than RB imo.

Yes very little need of a RB the fumbles do happen but usually after very big gains. I am not a strong BPA advocate as most know but I sure would be very strong if Cook was there @ #37.

 

[wolfdogg]

I'm thinking pass catcher in the 2nd, CB in 3rd, pass catcher and either LB or DB in 4th, LB and oline in 5th. Of course, one of the top talents could try and stab someone at a club tonight and then we're looking at a whole different situation.

 

[So Ram]

I'm thinking pass catcher in the 2nd, CB in 3rd, pass catcher and either LB or DB in 4th, LB and oline in 5th. Of course, one of the top talents could try and stab someone at a club tonight and then we're looking at a whole different situation.

How would that change anything. You have not put a name behind any of the postitions

 

[JackKirbyFan]

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/...p-five-needs-best-fits-on-the-clock-at-no-37/

This is one in a series that covers each team, offering viewers information for homework, suggestions and then the opportunity to make a draft pick.

When the NFL Draft begins selections in Philadelphia April 27, the Los Angeles Rams will wait until the next day to make their initial pick at No. 37 overall in the second round.

Here is an in-depth look at the team's needs, offseason changes, potential best fit and the selections by NFLDraftScout.com's experts.

Who would you pick and why?

Top five needs
1. No. 1 receiver: It's a been a well-established problem for the Rams, but they just haven't been able to uncover a game-changing wideout. And while they added veteran Robert Woods in free agency, he isn't the elusive big-time downfield threat they sorely need.

2. Center: The Rams released Tim Barnes during the early stage of free agency, and while they chased Buffalo restricted free agent Ryan Groy with a contract offer sheet, the Bills wasted little time matching the offer. That leaves the Rams still in the market for a starting center even after the signing of John Sullivan.

3. Safety: Veteran T.J. McDonald will not be brought back -- he signed as a free agent with the Dolphins -- leaving the Rams with only Maurice Alexanderas a starting safety. With precious few desirable free-agent possibilities, the Rams figure to address the position in a draft fairly deep at the position.

4. Cornerback: The Rams are open to locking up Trumaine Johnson to a long-term contract, but part of that is dependent on Johnson wanting to be in Los Angeles long term and whether he's a good fit for Wade Phillips' new defensive scheme. Point being, there is a chance Johnson might not be with the Rams beyond this season. Drafting a fill-in option -- or a future starter opposite him -- is a strategy they will consider.

5. Outside linebacker: The Rams signed veteran Connor Barwin as a 3-4 outside linebacker, but it remains to be seen if he's a long-range answer. Even with defensive end Robert Quinn moving to the position, drafting and developing a future asset at rush linebacker is critical.

Best fit
Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan: The Rams need to improve the infrastructure around young quarterback Jared Goff, and desperately need a big, fast, dependable receiver who can put fear into the heads of opposing defenses. Davis fits that bill, and if he is available at No. 37 the Rams should jump at the chance to bring him in. Davis is a four-year starter and one of the most productive players in the draft, having capped his impressive career with 97 catches, 1,500 yards receiving and 19 touchdowns in 2016.

Will Davis slide to the Rams in the second round? USATSI

The pick will be ...
Rob Rang: Evan Engram, TE, Mississippi. The Rams still need to add more weapons to help quarterback Jared Goff and at 6-foot-3, 234 pounds, Engram has similar size and athleticism as Jordan Reed, who become a star under new Rams head coach Sean McVay in Washington.

Dane Brugler: Takk McKinley, OLB, UCLA. The Rams have needs all over the roster and might be able to steal McKinley at a discount due to the shoulder issue that might force him to miss training camp.

Jim Miller: Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama.

(Pat Kirwan, Miller picks based on last Friday's mock on SiriusXM Radio. Listen to their next mock Friday, April 21, on SiriusXM NFL Radio channel 88).

Frank Cooney, IMO: Plenty of needs here, but a pass-catcher will help ignite Jared Goff's career. I'll be surprised if wide receiver Corey Davis is still around, which might make Mississippi tight end Evan Engram a good addition to new head coach Sean McVay's offense for Goff.

 

[InnovatedMind]

It's getting close!! With each passing minute I get more and more anxious *bounces up and down* .... DRAFT TIME IS ALMOST HERE!!!

The excitement is getting almost unbearable... Who are we going to choose? What's McVay's plan? Will we trade up? Will we trade down? Will a player fall to us on a silver platter?! No one knows! I'm losing sleep... come on Friday, GET HERE ALREADY!

DRAFT SEASON BABY! WOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

 

[Ramstien]

I am pretty sure they will pick the best WR available at 37 and there should be some good ones available. Of course that could change if Engrim is still on the board.

 

[Ramhusker]

I am pretty sure they will pick the best WR available at 37 and there should be some good ones available. Of course that could change if Engrim is still on the board.

You could trade down say 5 to 10 picks and still get a very good WR. After the top three WRs in this draft (which all will probably be gone before 37) there are a half dozen that are very close in value so if WR is your target for your first pick, you could trade down and get an extra 3rd.

 

[wolfdogg]

How would that change anything. You have not put a name behind any of the postitions

If someone does something stupid the night before or something like a pilot mask bong photo gets released today, a top talent could easily fall. The stabbing is a sarcastic jab at how stupid some of these guys can be at such an important time in their lives.

To many options with names so I'm going generic with position. That's hard enough to get correct.

 

[So Ram]

If someone does something stupid the night before or something like a pilot mask bong photo gets released today, a top talent could easily fall. The stabbing is a sarcastic jab at how stupid some of these guys can be at such an important time in their lives.

To many options with names so I'm going generic with position. That's hard enough to get correct.

There you go . After listening to Sneed in 710 espn , he said they are drafting by position . There's no doubt . He talked about not taking a RB around 37 . 50/50 as to keeping the pick either way. If a top RB is there & a team is looking to move up he'll move back.
I think Sneed does an excellent job working the phones & making draft day trades. The thing about it though is The Rams would be Great Right Now if he would always trade back instead of moving up in The Draft !!
Ogletree & TJ Mc. Then Big Rob & Mannion. You go look back at those drafts & see how well those picks were.

Then not trading back on #2 overall with his deep the draft was to select Greg Robinson was bad because it was still number 2 overall pick from The RG111 trade. To think The Rams could still have picks from that draft & RG111 .

Trading up for Goff & Tavon were reaches. Think if The Rams select Henry & Dak Prescott ? Even the best rookie WR last year ? Draft picks are valuable in the top1- 2-3 rds. Anytime you can get those in numbers your enhancing your chances to be successful.

 

[wolfdogg]

There you go . After listening to Sneed in 710 espn , he said they are drafting by position . There's no doubt . He talked about not taking a RB around 37 . 50/50 as to keeping the pick either way. If a top RB is there & a team is looking to move up he'll move back.
I think Sneed does an excellent job working the phones & making draft day trades. The thing about it though is The Rams would be Great Right Now if he would always trade back instead of moving up in The Draft !!
Ogletree & TJ Mc. Then Big Rob & Mannion. You go look back at those drafts & see how well those picks were.

Then not trading back on #2 overall with his deep the draft was to select Greg Robinson was bad because it was still number 2 overall pick from The RG111 trade. To think The Rams could still have picks from that draft & RG111 .

Trading up for Goff & Tavon were reaches. Think if The Rams select Henry & Dak Prescott ? Even the best rookie WR last year ? Draft picks are valuable in the top1- 2-3 rds. Anytime you can get those in numbers your enhancing your chances to be successful.

I remember posting the morning of the draft that the only mistake bigger than taking tavon at 15th, I think, was trading up to get him. The rams promptly did just that and it took some of the wind out the draft for me. I like tavon and still hold out hope that this new staff will get it right with him but as of now, I'm still not satisfied with the move. With robinson, I wanted a trade back to grab Mack, but we probably still would have missed out on him unless we only dropped to the 3rd slot as oakland took him with the 4th pick. Things evened out though when we scored Donald a few picks later

I can see snead trading down a handful of spots and adding another 3rd or 4th round pick. I also believe that unless theres a higher rated WR available or some someone falls badly, then TE will be the first pick.

 

[So Ram]

I remember posting the morning of the draft that the only mistake bigger than taking tavon at 15th, I think, was trading up to get him. The rams promptly did just that and it took some of the wind out the draft for me. I like tavon and still hold out hope that this new staff will get it right with him but as of now, I'm still not satisfied with the move. With robinson, I wanted a trade back to grab Mack, but we probably still would have missed out on him unless we only dropped to the 3rd slot as oakland took him with the 4th pick. Things evened out though when we scored Donald a few picks later

I can see snead trading down a handful of spots and adding another 3rd or 4th round pick. I also believe that unless theres a higher rated WR available or some someone falls badly, then TE will be the first pick.

The Rams could have made a nice trade with Buffalo to get back what they lost in trading up to get Tavon . That Nick whatever his name was from ND at Dallas & a first rd pick for 2015? Then even got the LT from Michigan