After reviewing all the vet FA QB options...
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As soon as we have a clear picture as to who's available, I sure will. But for my money it will be guy who can be counted on to play 16 games. I dont care what $$ amount Sam signs for, he's no good to the team standing on the sidelines in street clothes
I've never been down on Sam! At this point in his career, I want him at a reduced/prove it salary as most of us can imagine him not playing a full season! Draft the dude from E. Carolina to learn the game in the 3rd. Draft O line in rounds 1-2. Keep Davis as the backup just because he knows the system.
The picture is pretty clear. You're not going to see a team cut loose a good QB right now given the premium at the position.
I'm interested to hear who you'd like to have behind center.
mr.stlouis
Legend
FYI, if we keep Sam then our back up behind him is also our starter. If Sam goes down again next year then I will feed him to the dogs myself.
The Rams have no choice but to draft AND go FA for OL. They need to replace Barksdale anyway.
LosAngelesRams
Hall of Fame
If Bradford goes down again and we dont have a guy to develop behind him i may go a little crazy
Zombie Slayer
You are entitled to nothing.
No one is going to come in here and beat out Bradford in training camp and preseason. He knows the system well and has immense talent. The thing is we still need to draft a qb who we think can be a good starter in this league. Bradford can't be counted on to stay healthy year after year. No more average backup qb options on the team if Bradford gets hurt again.
Its not clear at all
There will be cap casualty guys, And players released when the team makes a change at QB.
Look at Orton, who would have thought he'd up and retire?
I'll hold off on "who" I think when I know "who's" available. But one thing is for sure, regardless to who is available, it doesnt change Bradford's postion with the team. He's still an incredible injury risk that I would be unwilling to bank next season on
That's a good way of putting it.
I really wish there was a veteran out there that could challenge Sam for the starting job in camp. Make him earn his starting spot . But unfortunately, I don't see it.
This is the thing nobody has been able to answer yet they want to say that Bradford isn't the best option. The picture will be no more clear in a few months. Teams don't let franchise quarterbacks walk and anyone who will be available won't put us in a better position to compete than what we had this season, imo.
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Nothing's wrong with Sam. The guy was really sharp until he got injured in preseason. That was the sharpest I've seen Sam! If it can be worked, you go with Sam.
I also think it would be smart to keep Austin Davis, the kid has upside. He made some critical TOs that young QB's make. That aside, I'd wait still to see what's in the draft. Didn't watch much college football due to working, so I don't know what's out there, but I think it's a good idea to look to the draft around 3rd round.
I also think it would be smart to keep Austin Davis, the kid has upside. He made some critical TOs that young QB's make. That aside, I'd wait still to see what's in the draft. Didn't watch much college football due to working, so I don't know what's out there, but I think it's a good idea to look to the draft around 3rd round.
Ozoneranger
Rookie
The Rams have no options other than Bradford. Everyone out there has warts. McCoy (looked terrible with SF), Cousins, McCown, Hill, Davis. Nothing in the college ranks, either.
It sucks but it is what it is-
Were I Fisher, I would look into another OC. Outside of minimalizing the talents of quarterbacks and wide receivers, Schottenheimer is just outstanding.
It sucks but it is what it is-
Were I Fisher, I would look into another OC. Outside of minimalizing the talents of quarterbacks and wide receivers, Schottenheimer is just outstanding.
I'll trust Snead to make the right decision. IMO all options are on the table including trading up in the draft if they like one enough. I don't know if they think there is one worth a trade up, but if there is, and they can find a trade partner, then do it. Even if a rookie is unlikely to get us to the playoffs next year. You can't risk going with Bradford next season without a legitimate NFL starting QB prospect on the roster. If Winston (or Mariotta) passes their 'screening' I wouldn't be surprised if they trade up to draft him. I think this is more likely than risking it on an underwhelming FA market.
RAMbunctious
UDFA
Even if Bradford is the most talented QB available, didn't some expert on ACLs say that a second injury to the same knee takes much longer to recover from? Will he even be physically able to play next season?
So much of the discussions about Bradford revolve around salary versus performance, but perhaps there should be a bit more emphasis placed on whether he truly is an option medically.
So much of the discussions about Bradford revolve around salary versus performance, but perhaps there should be a bit more emphasis placed on whether he truly is an option medically.
If the right fit comes along, then yes. I wouldn't let past mistakes from another regime determine what I do in Free Agency.
Yeah I found that out Monday. I heard RK on 101 state it. I could swear I read a list of FA QB's on 101 or somewhere that stated he was a FA. My bad. I'd still think about giving up a 3rd round pick for him though. He'd be more developed than a rookie draft choice. RG3 is supposed to be garning a 4th? That's what I've heard at least..