How do YOU grade the Rams draft?

[Ants]

None of us really knows as much as we think about these guys, but what are your impressions of our draft picks?

I'm going to grade them by the following designations:
A) Will eventually start and be a good player AT LEAST
B) Will help the team - spot starter or situational player (nickel, rotational, etc)
C) Reserve player or special teams mainstay
D) Functional - may develop - maybe not...we'll see
F) What the heck were the Rams thinking?

Rapp - looks to be a good, tough player at a position we'll need need in a year or 2.
Grade: A

Henderson - looks electric, one cut and gone type of player.
Grade: B

Long - Really like this pick - looks like what you would want a CB to look and play like
Grade: A

Evans - limited a bit athletically, but seems to have good vision and positions himself well. We'll see if he can be coached up a bit.
Grade: C/D

Gaines - squatty-looking but tough DT - his conference foes seem to respect his game
Grade: B/C

Edwards - was injured a bit last season - needs help with pass protection skills. But he really looks good with most other aspects of his game.
Grade: A

Scott - Good special teams guy...not sure if he can handle any duties other than that, but perhaps ST's was why he was drafted?...not sure if you want to have a guy that only plays ST's taking up a space on the roster. But I consider ST's to be more important than the average person I think, so...
Grade: C/D

Allen - I like the pick. Not sure if he sticks with the team, but he plays ILB, a position "of need". Was rated fairly high from what I've read. He had an "off field" issue which I believe was resolved. I have a feeling he makes the team and becomes a factor.
Grade: B/C


My designations are pretty literal, so for example if I grade a guy as a "D", it doesn't mean he sucks.
It means I'm not sure...he shows some promise, but also has some obvious limitations - depends on if he learns, if he fits the system, etc.

Hit me!

 

[Memento]

Rapp - A+ (An absolute steal where we got him. He would've been a first round pick if not for his 40 time at his Pro Day. He and JJ3 will be our safety tandem of the future.)

Henderson - A- (I've warmed up to this pick, and I think he can make an impact on the field immediately, on kick and punt returns, as well as being a change-of-pace back.)

Long - A+ (A sticky pest of a cornerback, I get the feeling that he'll be an excellent replacement for Peters or Talib. I was shocked that he was still available.)

Evans - B- (Evans is probably not a left tackle in the pros, but he can play any other position other than center. He needs time to season, but he should be ready in 2020.)

Gaines - B+ (A solid nose tackle. He looks like he has more juice than I originally thought, and he should be a good fit in Wade's system, if only as a run-stuffer - which we desperately needed.)

Edwards - B- (Well, he struggled a ton in his junior year, but his shoulder was probably the reason why. I don't expect him to make an immediate impact, as he needs time in the weight room, but he is a definite candidate to start in 2020.)

Scott - F (Should've taken almost anyone over Scott, but my pick would've been Emmanuel Hall. We did not need another safety, and even if Bones needed pure special teams players, we already had three safeties in Countess, Christian and Rapp. I wouldn't be shocked if he didn't make the team.)

Allen - C+ (A linebacker with an interesting story. He should be an excellent special teams player, and he plays at a position we needed. Hopefully he can continue to stay clean off the field.)

Overall grade: B+ (Aside from the Scott pick, I think I've warmed up to this draft.)

 

[LARAMSinFeb.]

The question is did we outmaneuver most of the rest of the league? I trust in McSnead's rigor and process, esp after viewing their post-draft pressers. I personally would've grabbed the best OL avail. at 31, but then again I didn't just take a team to the superbowl.

 

[Mojo Ram]

None of us really knows as much as we think about these guys, but what are your impressions of our draft picks?

I'm going to grade them by the following designations:
A) Will eventually start and be a good player AT LEAST
B) Will help the team - spot starter or situational player (nickel, rotational, etc)
C) Reserve player or special teams mainstay
D) Functional - may develop - maybe not...we'll see
F) What the heck were the Rams thinking?

Rapp - looks to be a good, tough player at a position we'll need need in a year or 2.
Grade: A

Henderson - looks electric, one cut and gone type of player.
Grade: B

Long - Really like this pick - looks like what you would want a CB to look and play like
Grade: A

Evans - limited a bit athletically, but seems to have good vision and positions himself well. We'll see if he can be coached up a bit.
Grade: C/D

Gaines - squatty-looking but tough DT - his conference foes seem to respect his game
Grade: B/C

Edwards - was injured a bit last season - needs help with pass protection skills. But he really looks good with most other aspects of his game.
Grade: A

Scott - Good special teams guy...not sure if he can handle any duties other than that, but perhaps ST's was why he was drafted?...not sure if you want to have a guy that only plays ST's taking up a space on the roster. But I consider ST's to be more important than the average person I think, so...
Grade: C/D

Allen - I like the pick. Not sure if he sticks with the team, but he plays ILB, a position "of need". Was rated fairly high from what I've read. He had an "off field" issue which I believe was resolved. I have a feeling he makes the team and becomes a factor.
Grade: B/C


My designations are pretty literal, so for example if I grade a guy as a "D", it doesn't mean he sucks.
It means I'm not sure...he shows some promise, but also has some obvious limitations - depends on if he learns, if he fits the system, etc.

Hit me!

I'd have to agree with your player grades.
Overall i'd grade our draft a B-

 

[Ramstien]

I give them an A considering they started the draft with the 31st pick and without a 2nd round pick. Snead was able to work his magic and the Rams added some quality players to an already stacked roster.

 

[Angry Ram]

Incomplete...wait until they play and develop.

Right now everyone is a depth guy.

 

[Mojo Ram]

Clearly the Rams drafted Bobby Evans as a Kromer project. I'm no expert but he looks really unpolished. A plodder without much technique.

 

[MadGoat]

I give it an A. This kid still looks like he could be a solid contributor even though he had some rough moments last season:

NFL draft profile

 

[pmil66]

Roster needs wise A++

Rams drafted 5 players that look to make the 46 man gameday roster

Rapp #3 safety, future starter
Henderson, the playmaker McVay talked about, will lighten the load on Gurley
Long #3 CB, potential future starter
Evans, #6/7 OL backup, potential future starter
Gaines, rotational piece on the DL.

As for the other 3, see spots on the 53.

Edwards sill get reps on the OL, Rams had shaky depth at best, especially at T.
Scott is a Bones pick, will have him in is corner to make the team. Best chance to be on 46 on gameday
Allen has a chance to become LIttletons backup, and another special team player. Has a good shot.

The draft is about improving the roster, Rams have done that over the last 3 days.

 

[den-the-coach]

Rapp - A+ (I believe this is Cooper Kupp on defense all of us are going to be pleased that Rapp did not run well at the combine for his tackling alone)

Henderson - A (This type of player Sean McVay has been trying to get since his first year, he wants an explosive RB out of the backfield and that is Henderson, besides offering insurance with Gurley's knees)

Long - A (David Long is a very solid CB, that will get better with Ram coaching...Needs to be careful with penalties, but overall a great fit for the scheme the Rams run.)

Evans - B+ (Bobby Evans played really well at RT and was serviceable when called upon at LT. Held up very well against Alabama and has a nasty streak. Aaron Kromer will make him special.)

Gaines - B (I'm not as big on Greg Gaines as others, but he will give his all on every play. Rams noticed him at the Senior bowl and he distinguished himself well against the Buckeyes in the Bowl game, but he's all floor no ceiling IMO. )

Edwards - C (I understand David Edwards was hurt, but he was a turnstile in pass protection at RT and hopefully, Edwards can develop into a guard, but I was not a fan of his play even in 2017 )

Scott - C+ (John Fassel wanted Nick Scott badly, so the Rams threw a bone to Bones...Scott great speed and fantastic on special teams, so maybe he makes a huge impact there.)

Allen - D (Besides being a good story and that's overblown as we give more credit to people like this than to people,who consistently do the right things...Anyway, good special teams guy, that adds to LB depth, but I bet UDRFA ILB Troy Reeder, Delaware shows more than Dakota Allen.)

Overall grade: B+ (Not a fan of Edwards or Allen, but overall very solid draft.)

 

[PhillyRam]

Rapp - A+ (An absolute steal where we got him. He would've been a first round pick if not for his 40 time at his Pro Day. He and JJ3 will be our safety tandem of the future.)

Henderson - A- (I've warmed up to this pick, and I think he can make an impact on the field immediately, on kick and punt returns, as well as being a change-of-pace back.)

Long - A+ (A sticky pest of a cornerback, I get the feeling that he'll be an excellent replacement for Peters or Talib. I was shocked that he was still available.)

Evans - B- (Evans is probably not a left tackle in the pros, but he can play any other position other than center. He needs time to season, but he should be ready in 2020.)

Gaines - B+ (A solid nose tackle. He looks like he has more juice than I originally thought, and he should be a good fit in Wade's system, if only as a run-stuffer - which we desperately needed.)

Edwards - B- (Well, he struggled a ton in his junior year, but his shoulder was probably the reason why. I don't expect him to make an immediate impact, as he needs time in the weight room, but he is a definite candidate to start in 2020.)

Scott - F (Should've taken almost anyone over Scott, but my pick would've been Emmanuel Hall. We did not need another safety, and even if Bones needed pure special teams players, we already had three safeties in Countess, Christian and Rapp. I wouldn't be shocked if he didn't make the team.)

Allen - C+ (A linebacker with an interesting story. He should be an excellent special teams player, and he plays at a position we needed. Hopefully he can continue to stay clean off the field.)

Overall grade: B+ (Aside from the Scott pick, I think I've warmed up to this draft.)

Watch Scott's YouTube video. Kid has upside as a safety. Might be the most athletic DB on the team. And yes, teams carry ST only guys all the time. Littleton did that for 2 yrs. Plus, I can see Countess and or Christian not making the team and saving some cap space due to Rapp and Scott additions.

 

[Memento]

Watch Scott's YouTube video. Kid has upside as a safety. Might be the most athletic DB on the team. And yes, teams carry ST only guys all the time. Littleton did that for 2 yrs. Plus, I can see Countess and or Christian not making the team and saving some cap space due to Rapp and Scott additions.

I've watched the YouTube video. It didn't change my opinion. I can't see Countess/Christian not making the team because they've at least played defensive snaps. Rapp will play in the big nickel package. I just don't see any room for Scott. I thought that the pick would be best used on someone else.

 

[payote75]

I really like Gaines he looks like a white not nearly in as good as shape as Arron Donald. He plays like a real nose tackle eats up blockers taking pressure off our backers and now having clay JFM Fowler Matthews and maybe some others who knows but I definitely think gained is a good for Donald cause of his ability to eat blockers and it will allow Donald to do what he do s best. Watching his highlight there was a lot to like and the award he got speaks volumes of what the better players drafted ahead of him thought about him.
Another way of putting it is he may be the cooper Kupp pick of D-lineman .....he is relentless nasty and his short arms seem to not hinder him and can you imagine Donald getting him in the weight room and mentoring overall ??? I actually like this pick a lot still want Shelton I'd do the same maybe Shelton to a 1 year deal and Gaines Adan play some and also learn train etc.

 

[JackDRams]

They all have zero stats in the NFL. So I guess I have to rate it an F.

 

[RamFanWA]

All in all, it seems like a decent draft for the Rams. On the other hand, the draft was a lot more exciting when the team was picking in the top 6 in years past.

I'll take boring, Alex...

 

[Riverumbbq]

I give the Rams draft an A and my own mock drafts an F. alm:

 

[rdlkgliders]

 

[gabriel18]

No clue . There is still a need on both sides of the ball in the middle . Still no thumper LB to stop the run , and it's pretty obvious that Goff needs protection to be effective. Maybe the young guys will step up in year two.

 

[PhillyRam]

I've watched the YouTube video. It didn't change my opinion. I can't see Countess/Christian not making the team because they've at least played defensive snaps. Rapp will play in the big nickel package. I just don't see any room for Scott. I thought that the pick would be best used on someone else.

It's late 7th round... they grabbed a kid for a specific need at as a ST demon and he has athletic upside to contribute. Just like Christian and Countess when they first made this team. Remember Countess is in his last year. If it comes down to it, you keep the kid over Countess. Big picture comes into play here, cap, contract situation, etc..

 

[Memento]

It's late 7th round... they grabbed a kid for a specific need at as a ST demon and he has athletic upside to contribute. Just like Christian and Countess when they first made this team. Remember Countess is in his last year. If it comes down to it, you keep the kid over Countess. Big picture comes into play here, cap, contract situation, etc..

Fair enough. Here's hoping I eat some serious crow on Scott!