Anyone else get the sense Gurley is about done

[badnews]

They did mention he'd take on more with the protections before the season. Not sure how that played out or if that has slowed him a bit in his reads, him thinking more and not being used to doing it maybe.

Great point/post. I think this is highly likely. I also think he is trying to get through more of his reads than before, while his protection doesn't hold up as well or as long as he has very consistently had the past 2 seasons.
Goff and the passing game in general don't have the same rhythm from '17/'18 right now. It's like a great rock band has a new drummer. They haven't found their groove yet, the lead guitar player isnt doing as many solos and now the frontman has to carry the show.
The 2019 Jared Goff has more responsibilities and less time.
These things show in his timing and the late throws.
We are seeing a young O-line and a young QB develop and grow and occasionally take their lumps.
I'm not that hopeful that this O-line can be as good as last years, but as long as they protect him enough to stay on the field, I have no doubt Goff will be a better QB by the end of this season than he was going into it.
He could really start to catch fire if they can find the right rhythm for this year's Rams band er, team.

 

[OC--LeftCoast]

Sorry fellas but I am now with the minority who sides with the OP

It would appear to me at least, Gurley has lost something inside; pretty sure it’s not injury related

I never freaking thought I’d be saying this about the guy but in my humble opinion, he’s mentally not ready for the challenge, he may flash here and there but overall I honestly do feel it’s near

Watched a lotta football in my 62 years, always been on our players side, a Goff and Bradford “apologist” to my last breath (god that really is a c#nty word)

But this...this is just getting too damn obvious as I see it

 

[EastRam]

Yes

 

[gabriel18]

I'm not sure what to think anymore. I was 100% behind him , but something is starting to smell fishy.
His attitude has changed and it seems like he doesn't enjoy the game anymore. Too bad it was after he hamstrung the Rams with a huge contract . I hope I'm wrong but something is going on behind closed doors . Next man up

 

[Ram77]

After hearing that he wont play against the Niners on Sunday and that he is getting a role in a movie as an actor I think his playing days may be coming to an end. I think he tried hard these past few weeks but his knee may be bothering him more than we thought. Marshall Faulk retired at 33 because his knees would swell up and cause persistent pain. Sounds like Gurleys knees are doing the same to him. I think the thigh bruise is a smoke screen or maybe true but not the main reason he’s missing this game. He also sounds very very unhappy and doesnt look like he enjoys playing any longer almost dejected when hes on the field and answering questions by reporters. Very strong chance Gurley will retire at the end of the year.

 

[badnews]

There is something wrong but it's all about managing it. Gurley is upset - not being a dick, he is playing through pain and depression and he isn't physically finished either just in pain and frustration. Not at the Rams, not McVay, not the game either, imo.

I don't know why Gurley is pissing some of you off. Its obvious he is having a hard time. Honestly, do yourselves a favor and quit the body language psychoanalysis on people you don't know.

 

[LARAMSinFeb.]

Great point/post. I think this is highly likely. I also think he is trying to get through more of his reads than before, while his protection doesn't hold up as well or as long as he has very consistently had the past 2 seasons.
Goff and the passing game in general don't have the same rhythm from '17/'18 right now. It's like a great rock band has a new drummer. They haven't found their groove yet, the lead guitar player isnt doing as many solos and now the frontman has to carry the show.
The 2019 Jared Goff has more responsibilities and less time.
These things show in his timing and the late throws.
We are seeing a young O-line and a young QB develop and grow and occasionally take their lumps.
I'm not that hopeful that this O-line can be as good as last years, but as long as they protect him enough to stay on the field, I have no doubt Goff will be a better QB by the end of this season than he was going into it.
He could really start to catch fire if they can find the right rhythm for this year's Rams band er, team.

We had an OL that could both spring Gurley and protect Goff. We could beat teams on the ground, in the air, or both. Ds knew that and just couldn't defend it all. With our current OL being unable to open running lanes, it will be hard for Goff to get going consistently.

 

[kurtfaulk]

I'm not sure what to think anymore. I was 100% behind him , but something is starting to smell fishy.
His attitude has changed and it seems like he doesn't enjoy the game anymore. Too bad it was after he hamstrung the Rams with a huge contract . I hope I'm wrong but something is going on behind closed doors . Next man up

He looked like he was getting back into it against the seafucks. And he didn't hamstrung the rams with anything. You make it sound like he's a bum that's not giving it his all on the field. He's been playing well.

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[LARAMSinFeb.]

He looked like he was getting back into it against the seafucks. And he didn't hamstrung the rams with anything. You make it sound like he's a bum that's not giving it his all on the field. He's been playing well..

Agree. We've got enough problems right in our face without silly speculations about TG.

 

[Ellard80]

Who knows... but one thing I see - Rest of the world thinks there is something wrong with him.

Most of this message board thinks he is fine.

Reality is we really don't know.

 

[RamBall]

Has everyone forgotten 2016? We heard all this same BS after 2016, Gurley is done, one year wonder, he hates the press. Gurley is human and without his OL doing their part he looks human. Of course he is tired of all the questions about his knee, his play against Dallas in the playoffs should have put all that to rest. But people want to tear him down and write him off. Give him a crease and he is the Gurley of 2017 and 2018. Did anyone see the way he trucked Ansah last Thursday night? Did that look like a guy that is washed up, or lost the desire to compete? Fuck no it didnt, until Gurley shows that he is not the same when he has a hole to run through I will continue to give him the benefit of the doubt. But everyone that wants to be able to say they were the 1st to say he is done has a right to thier opinion even though there is no evidence to support it.

 

[RamsSince1969]

We had an OL that could both spring Gurley and protect Goff. We could beat teams on the ground, in the air, or both. Ds knew that and just couldn't defend it all. With our current OL being unable to open running lanes, it will be hard for Goff to get going consistently.

I'm with the O-line "Jerome Bettis" 2.0 theory. I think the o-line is far worse than we know. And Gurley can't say anything about it and he takes all the blame. He isn't the type of guy to throw a teammate under the bus (although he had no problem throwing Fisher under the bus).

 

[raised_fisT]

Body language is different. If it's anything I think it is something OUTSIDE of football.
Maybe something personal... who knows. L.A. can do that to some folks.

I hope he does what's best for him in the end. But either commit or don't.

 

[Ramlock]

about it and he takes all the blame. He isn't the type of guy to throw a teammate under the bus

I don’t recall any time that he threw a teammate under the bus...not who TG is

 

[Mikey Ram]

To me this isn't just an important game , it's HUGE...Going down 3 games in the loss column would be a deep hole to dig their way out of...We need a big game from everybody, obviously...The time is now guys, put the pedal down and just leave it there... Go RAMS !!!

 

[Flint]

I guess it kinda makes sense, if they plan to go back to TG more as the season unfolds, then they’ll need Brown as insurance too. So neither gets a ton of work now? Maybe? I guess? I’m reaching here.

 

[gabriel18]

He looked like he was getting back into it against the seafucks. And he didn't hamstrung the rams with anything. You make it sound like he's a bum that's not giving it his all on the field. He's been playing well.

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That's funny . Where did I say a bum that wasn't playing hard ? It just seems to me like he's not the same happy go lucky Gurley this year . Just watch his interviews and how miserable he looks .
If something would where he couldn't play anymore (God forbid) , you better look at his contract the next two years and all the dead money if you think it wouldn't put the Rams in cap hell .

 

[CGI_Ram]

contract the next two years and all the dead money if you think it wouldn't put the Rams in cap hell

It’s really only one more year; 2020

Would still stink to lose $25MM in 2020, but for all we know he’s playing. So, after next year it gets easy to get out.

I‘m still in the Gurley is fine Camp, however.

 

[gabriel18]

It’s really only one more year; 2020

Would still stink to lose $25MM in 2020, but for all we know he’s playing. So, after next year it gets easy to get out.

I‘m still in the Gurley is fine Camp, however.

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I was counting this year since it's only been 5 games . The Rams obviously need Gurley to play this year to have a chance at the playoffs. I hope you're right about him being fine , but it doesn't feel that way .

 

[Ram65]

Getting caught up here.

I dial my negativity down more than I like because it doesn't go over well here.

Gurley wasn't done before this quad injury. He seems fine going straight ahead. It's the cutting that could be a little problem. I noticed he has NOT been cutting outside as much even when it looks like there is room. Similar to 2016. I don't know if his body language means much. He isn't used to not getting the ball.

I wish he was playing today. He has juice left that can help the Rams win. Hope we see him play soon.