As opposed to the wanna be GMs with our Simpson pick?
Couldn't resist you know for those that don't think hes the QB of the future.
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Couldn't resist you know for those that don't think hes the QB of the future.
How much of needing help from the OGs next to him is offset by the mental aspect though?
The opposite end of that spectrum is a center that needs to help, but the overall line play suffers because of his lack of mental acuity at the position
BonifayRam
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Should it be mentioned that both starting OG's beside CS missed a good amount of offensive snaps. Dotson missed just under a quarter of the regular seasons snaps, Avila for the 2nd yr missed 46% & 26% of the Offensive snaps. So reserve Ol'ers have been busy working next to CS during last season.
CS did not loose any big important elements of the 2025 OL unit. RT Havenstein & LT DJ Humphries were not positive contributors in 2025. So CS will get a opportunity to familiar with Swing OL'er rookie Keagan Trost to replace the 2 OT's mentioned above.
I think the Rams are in great condition going into Training Camp of various young talented reserve centers behind CS with Limmer/ McMahon/ Dedich & rookie Austin Blaske.
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CS did not loose any big important elements of the 2025 OL unit. RT Havenstein & LT DJ Humphries were not positive contributors in 2025. So CS will get a opportunity to familiar with Swing OL'er rookie Keagan Trost to replace the 2 OT's mentioned above.
I think the Rams are in great condition going into Training Camp of various young talented reserve centers behind CS with Limmer/ McMahon/ Dedich & rookie Austin Blaske.
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This is where you get into opinions. McVay clearly prioritizes those calls, perhaps that year with Limmer was such a drain on his QB that they said fuck this we need good calls. But the metric will be how we do in the playoff environment. Win it all and you can say he was good enough.
El Chapo Jr
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Maybe he is, maybe he isn't. He's in line to be but his story is barely beginning. Its 50/50 for any wanna be GM to be right. Too bad I can't get those odds for the lotto..... shit
What's really funny is we have posters here who shit their pants when Goff was traded and had meltdowns over it, but now they're all-in on acting as if the Rams taking Simpson is some form of gospel.
Exchanging opinions on players is the purpose of these boards. Acting like those whose opinions differs from your own opinion are somehow trying to be "wanna be GMs" is disingenuous at best.
Exchanging opinions on players is the purpose of these boards. Acting like those whose opinions differs from your own opinion are somehow trying to be "wanna be GMs" is disingenuous at best.
Y’all leave Shelton the frig alone!
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fearsomefour
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I will go with Stafford and McVay both saying he is a plus to the offense because of the pre snap things.
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I would imagine Dotson, if you look at his size compared to when he came out, is probably closer to 350 lbs at 6' 4".
They never really update weights on players.
I read some comments across the internet about having a C who can handle a NT one on one. I wondered how often that's required as I can't recall actually seeing it happen very often. So I asked AI and here's the reply.
"How many offensive centers are asked to block a nose tackle one on one?
Short answer: Very few. In today’s NFL, centers are rarely asked to block a true nose tackle (0‑tech) one‑on‑one, and when they are, it’s usually only the very best centers — the elite strength/anchor guys — who can survive it consistently.
I'm sure AI isn't always correct but that sounds very reasonable. And if it is, what some fans are looking for is a unicorn.
"How many offensive centers are asked to block a nose tackle one on one?
Short answer: Very few. In today’s NFL, centers are rarely asked to block a true nose tackle (0‑tech) one‑on‑one, and when they are, it’s usually only the very best centers — the elite strength/anchor guys — who can survive it consistently.
Why it’s so rare
A 0‑tech nose tackle lines up directly over the center. That defender usually weighs 320–350+ lbs, has elite leverage, and is designed to overwhelm a single blocker. Because of that:1. Most NFL protections are built to give the center help
- In inside zone, the center almost always has a double team with a guard.
- In gap/power, the center is often backside cutoff, not frontside drive.
- In pass protection, the center is the “help” player, not the isolated one.
When centers do block a nose tackle 1-on-1
It happens, but only in specific situations:1. Quick game / RPO
The ball is out fast, so the center just needs to stalemate for a beat.2. Slide protection away from the nose
If the slide goes opposite, the center may be left alone briefly.3. Elite centers
Only the top tier can consistently anchor vs. a 0‑tech:- Jason Kelce (despite size, elite leverage)
- Creed Humphrey
- Frank Ragnow
- Corey Linsley (in his prime)
- Ryan Jensen (when healthy)
I'm sure AI isn't always correct but that sounds very reasonable. And if it is, what some fans are looking for is a unicorn.
No offense against Coleman Shelton, but Blaske and Lindberg seem like they should get looks as well, as both are center prospects. McMahon is interesting as well. There's still Dedich and Limmer to think about as well. I could see Shelton be replaced after this year.
There's a few solid centers in next year's class as well. Iapani Laloulu (Oregon) was one of my favorites for this year's draft but didn't come out, and Sheridan Wilson (Texas Tech), Greg Johnson (Minnesota), and Joe Otting (Notre Dame) are legitimately an interesting prospect as well. That's not even mentioning that Cayden Green (Missouri), Austin Siereveld (Ohio State), and other tackle prospects could be a fit on the interior as well. I'm assuming that we're losing at least two offensive linemen, and A-Jax is a free agent after next year, so I'd love to triple down on offensive line.
There's a few solid centers in next year's class as well. Iapani Laloulu (Oregon) was one of my favorites for this year's draft but didn't come out, and Sheridan Wilson (Texas Tech), Greg Johnson (Minnesota), and Joe Otting (Notre Dame) are legitimately an interesting prospect as well. That's not even mentioning that Cayden Green (Missouri), Austin Siereveld (Ohio State), and other tackle prospects could be a fit on the interior as well. I'm assuming that we're losing at least two offensive linemen, and A-Jax is a free agent after next year, so I'd love to triple down on offensive line.
There's a possibility that the Rams retain three of their pending OL free agents. They likely have an idea of how long Stafford will play.
If he retires after 2027, they'll have Simpson starting in year 3 of his rookie contract. They'll be paying Simpson $5mil in 2028 and 2029 instead of Stafford $55 mil. That's $50 mil. each of those seasons that you can spend on vets instead.
My guess at this moment is that they retain Shelton next year on a short-term contract and two of Dotson/McClendon/Avila on longer-term contracts.
If he retires after 2027, they'll have Simpson starting in year 3 of his rookie contract. They'll be paying Simpson $5mil in 2028 and 2029 instead of Stafford $55 mil. That's $50 mil. each of those seasons that you can spend on vets instead.
My guess at this moment is that they retain Shelton next year on a short-term contract and two of Dotson/McClendon/Avila on longer-term contracts.
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Well, I think its not as much about handling a NT one in one, but being able to deal with a defense that attacks the center with blitzes or stunts. Having to block two guys, forcing the guard to help the center, which does result in one on one's per se.
Look at the Patriots SB, where Belicheck attacked John Sullivan with a NT and the MLB, Hightower, run blitzing over center on just about every play. It stuffed the run game and on passing plays it pressured Goff consistently. Sullivan was the weak link and they exposed him.
Of course then look what Jalen Carter did to Limmer on back to back plays. So it happens and it can be deadly to an offense, even if it only happens a handful of times a game.
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I've heard of QBs seeing ghosts but sure seems like some posters on here do too.
I think McVay's scheme and Stafford's ability to read blitzes nowadays might protect the center a bit. You can't run blitz Stafford as easily without him identifying it and exposing it. The multiple TEs puts more pressure on the edges so a MLB cant give himself up blitzing over center or DT for that matter. They have to spread out more to help the DEs.