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OFFICIAL 2024 Training Camp / P.S. News, Notes, Discussion
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Rachael "Raygun" Gunn , didn't even know Breakdancing was an Olympic Event, wow.
She has a PHD in it too.
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Ohhh Funny to you guys egh? Can you guys dodge bullets?
NOT SO FUNNY NOW IS IT?
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It was only an Olympic event in Paris. And a piss poor one at that. It has been dumped from LA Olympics.
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McVay went on about how much work the Rams got done vs Dallas. I think both he and McCarthy had their teams in the same mindset. Whereas I suspect Harbaugh's boys are running out on the training field like they're exiting the tunnel for the Super Bowl.
Irony is most injuries happen on day two of joint practices, probably due to familiarity and grudges over day one. So will that be a factor with Dallas given that they also just played a game vs them.
"Bitch just stole my best dance move wtf."
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Rams Rookie Already Becoming Leader for L.A.
Story by Ricardo Klein• 53m •
The Los Angeles Rams lost arguably their best player in franchise history, defensive tackle Aaron Donald. Donald's retirement is undoubtedly a stain to the Rams, but luckily, he retired a month before the 2024 NFL Draft.
The Rams quickly pivoted and focused on defense with their first first-round pick since 2016. So far, that pick is looking like a home run, as the Rams selected Florida State edge rusher Jared Verse.
Verse has provided a breath of fresh air for the Rams, and it won't take one person to replace a guy like Donald, but he's doing all he can to be just that. The 23-year-old rookie is showing off his leadership prowess and has received pointers from head coach Sean McVay on how he can grow and develop in that category.
Verse told The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue.
"I'm going to let (teammates) know, I got you. I'm never going to demean you. Now when it's somebody in a different colored jersey that's a whole different conversation. That's my true personality, but I feel like I have two different sorts of leadership in that way."
Although the four-year linebacker Ernest Jones is the defensive captain, Verse is taking a different approach. In Verse's case, he's taking a duality of leadership in terms of when he can be the villain for his teammates, which he wants to do, while also being good to them.
At the end of the day, they are your teammates. You want to get the best out of them, but at the same time, you don't want that to carry before, which could cause some problems in the locker room. Verse is still learning that balance, and he's seeking McVay for that type of advice.
The No. 19 overall pick is doing all he can to improve every day, whether that is an overall skill or as a leader. If you ask defensive coordinator Chris Shula, he has improved in all facets only months from being selected in April's draft.
"He's gotten better every single day. You see exactly what you saw on tape at Florida State and you see him making the corrections where he needs to and understanding stuff," said Shula.
"A guy coming from Florida State, a little bit of a different scheme whereas now, we go to a 3-4 [defense], [and] ask him to do a few different things. He's really taken it as a professional. He's gotten better every single day," Shula added.
Verse is making sure that he comes into his rookie season as prepared as he can be, both on and off the field.
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that's the best news I've heard all day, except the part of Reeder leading off drills.
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I watched every defensive snap again. Three UFAs stood out. Two of these possibly haven't garnered enough attention:
Josh Wallace. He looked "great" in zone coverage and could make the final 53 if he continues to show out like this. I say this because of the amount of Zone coverage, on Sunday. Was Wallace our best zone defender on the day? It looked that way to me
Anthony Goodlow. Based on this performance he should have been drafted. He could develop into a solid 3-4 End with starting potential. He got some nice penetration; their OL got virtually no push on him; he looks strong even before pro conditioning; has the length to trouble OGs and OTs
Omar Speights. He looks fast, diagnosing and transitioning. He made three great plays even though his snaps were limited. Is he big enough? His frame doesn't look maxed out to me. I didn't see much from him on special teams which limits his chances of making the final 53.
I know Zack VanV has his fans on this board, but these three look like better developmental prospects after preseason week 1
Josh Wallace. He looked "great" in zone coverage and could make the final 53 if he continues to show out like this. I say this because of the amount of Zone coverage, on Sunday. Was Wallace our best zone defender on the day? It looked that way to me
Anthony Goodlow. Based on this performance he should have been drafted. He could develop into a solid 3-4 End with starting potential. He got some nice penetration; their OL got virtually no push on him; he looks strong even before pro conditioning; has the length to trouble OGs and OTs
Omar Speights. He looks fast, diagnosing and transitioning. He made three great plays even though his snaps were limited. Is he big enough? His frame doesn't look maxed out to me. I didn't see much from him on special teams which limits his chances of making the final 53.
I know Zack VanV has his fans on this board, but these three look like better developmental prospects after preseason week 1
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He already is. I think a lot of Puka's success might've taken a year or so otherwise.
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Since I'm not allowed to post in the trades & cuts thread any longer, posting here. Haven't seen it posted previously.
Didn't realize Des Johnson was in a boot.
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Didn't realize Des Johnson was in a boot.
Rams add another veteran to defensive line
Veteran defensive tackle Carlos Watkins is joining the L.A. Rams
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