Cleveland Browns OT Joe Thomas on his way to Los Angeles Rams

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I can't stand hack writers with misleading headlines (even though it seems I just did the same thing. lol).
I almost fell for this one too.

The thread title is the headline of the article I began to read. Here's the link.
http://www.hngn.com/articles/213669...joe-thomas-on-his-way-to-los-angeles-rams.htm

It references, of all sources, Rams Wire. So I followed that link, and the headline is this:
Could Los Angeles Rams trade for Cleveland Browns' lineman Joe Thomas?

The sourced article (Rams Wire) goes on to say:

According to Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk, Cleveland is seeking a second-round pick for the nine-time NFL Pro Bowler. Thomas almost landed with Denver last season. In the same report, we learned that many teams (including the Giants, Cardinals, Seahawks and Vikings) would like to make the trade.

The Patriots have interest as well for the right value. Why not Los Angeles?

Garbage. Pure, unadulterated, garbage. I'd be interested in discussing the idea of the Rams trading for Thomas. His pro-rated cap hit, his salary, the feasibility of trading our only 2nd rounder, etc., but I'm not really appreciative of being duped into believing that it's already in the works. To that end, it's why I sucked you in to share my pain.

You're welcome.

 

[12intheBox]

 

[JerseyRam1]

They need to do something to solidify the OL. I just dont see it with little left over the next two years via the draft. If they do make this type of deal, Snisher is really on the hot seat.

 

[12intheBox]

For the sake of argument - lets play this out.

A. Who do you cut from the current OL group to make room for him?
B. We are already without a day 1 pick next year - are we really able to part with a day 2 pick as well?
C. Salary cap wise - we are already going to be up against it trying to sign Tru, Tree, and other long term pieces.
D. Are we really buyers right now? Are we a LT away from a title run? I tend to think not.

 

[thirteen28]

For the sake of argument - lets play this out.

A. Who do you cut from the current OL group to make room for him?
B. We are already without a day 1 pick next year - are we really able to part with a day 2 pick as well?
C. Salary cap wise - we are already going to be up against it trying to sign Tru, Tree, and other long term pieces.
D. Are we really buyers right now? Are we a LT away from a title run? I tend to think not.

I think that's a good analysis of the situation.

I'm not convinced that we need a new LT, or any new OLinemen at this point. With regards to GRob, nobody doubts his athletic ability, and it's hard to doubt his desire when he takes time in the offseason to go to the camp run by LeCharles Bentley. But his regression is happening in a year when the other four starters are doing the same, and thus it's hard for me to single him out. Further, when all 5 starters are playing worse than the previous year, you have to start questioning coaching and scheme. Furthermore, before this year, nobody doubted GRob's run blocking ability - that was a given. Now his has declined ... but the same can be said for 4 other guys.

Trading for a new LT isn't going to fix the problem of a scheme that's a bad fit for the guys we have. Nor will it fix just plain old bad coaching.

 

[fearsomefour]

The only two that could offer any savings are Grab (I prefer this to Grob given his holding penalties) and Saffold. But I don't think either affords the team Thomas.
This is the kind of move best made in the offseason. Everything can be evaluated and reset before making a change or taking on a huge contract.
The information about Grab working with Bently....was it real work or was it on par with Kap working with Warner?

 

[whitedk57]

That was just... mean!

 

[lockdnram21]

For the sake of argument - lets play this out.

A. Who do you cut from the current OL group to make room for him?
B. We are already without a day 1 pick next year - are we really able to part with a day 2 pick as well?
C. Salary cap wise - we are already going to be up against it trying to sign Tru, Tree, and other long term pieces.
D. Are we really buyers right now? Are we a LT away from a title run? I tend to think not.

As of right now I wouldn't resign Tru he gets injured every year.

 

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As of right now I wouldn't resign Tru he gets injured every year.

Well, not every year. He did play 16 games his first two years here. And he's not injured this year.

 

[dieterbrock]

These misleading thread titles.....

 

[lockdnram21]

Well, not every year. He did play 16 games his first two years here. And he's not injured this year.

He's not? he haven't played in 2 or 3 weeks sounds like he's injured to me

 

[-X-]

He's not? he haven't played in 2 or 3 weeks sounds like he's injured to me

Yep, you're right. I don't even know why I said that. lol. Brain fart.

 

[blackbart]

:blah:

Not interested in another old broken down lineman

 

[DaveFan'51]

To that end, it's why I sucked you in to share my pain.

Well ... It sure as F__K Worked on me!! Thanks Pal!! You had My Hopes Up, Until I saw it was a Florio piece!

 

[Adi]

Joe Thomas would be a huge upgrade at the most Important position on the line . If the Browns are willing to trade him for saffold and a late pick, do it ! Move robinson to gaurd and start Goff! Give me something to look forward to after the bye!!!

 

[DaveFan'51]

That was just... mean!

Well .. Maybe .. But it was also Pure -X- !! And Funny! in his Sick Twisted way!!:rolllaugh:Like I said Pure @-X- !!!!

 

[lockdnram21]

Joe Thomas would be a huge upgrade at the most Important position on the line . If the Browns are willing to trade him for saffold and a late pick, do it ! Move robinson to gaurd and start Goff! Give me something to look forward to after the bye!!!

Fisher said Robinson is a better tackle then guard

 

[DaveFan'51]

Yep, you're right. I don't even know why I said that. lol. Brain fart.

Wishful Thinking!! I hope Tru has recovered, and is back at full strength for the Panthers game!!

 

[DaveFan'51]

Joe Thomas would be a huge upgrade at the most Important position on the line . If the Browns are willing to trade him for saffold and a late pick, do it ! Move robinson to gaurd and start Goff! Give me something to look forward to after the bye!!!

I like your idea, except I would rather Trade Wichman and Keep Saffold!

 

[bubbaramfan]

No thanks. Rams have already gone down that vet FA OL road. Long, Joseph, Dahl.......that guy from GB whose name I thankfully have forgotten..............