Is Donald coming back?

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Just a thought about the roster if/when Donald returns..

I think they should look into trading Fiske. Not that I don't like him, I just think with the coming Salary cap crunch, they could get a little ahead of it and start building some draft capital.

I'm definitely thinking about next season as the roster cuts come.. it's one reason I think they really need to keep Bailey. I don't see being able to keep Young and am not sure how smart it would be with his age anyway. Stewart looks like he could be very solid and Bailey is a wild card.
I'd be shocked if they traded Fiske. Braden Fiske is an above-average sack artist, especially for an interior defensive lineman
 
Rams are waiting for the last possible moment to announce AD on the team and ready for G1. Are you kidding me they aren't giving the damn whiners any prep time if they can help it. They'll be spinning around confused with their heads on a swivel on offense.

The Rams could activate him a day or two before the game and he can legally suit up and play immediately, provided the team has an open spot on their 53-man roster.
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Rams are waiting for the last possible moment to announce AD on the team and ready for G1. Are you kidding me they aren't giving the damn whiners any prep time if they can help it. They'll be spinning around confused with their heads on a swivel on offense.

The Rams could activate him a day or two before the game and he can legally suit up and play immediately, provided the team has an open spot on their 53-man roster.
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In that sideline interview vs Chargers, the body language from 2 players (Higbee and Allen) sure seemed to imply they think he's coming back
 
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I’ve said all a long he will be back & ready by after the BYE WEEK .That’s only if THE RAMS are WINNING!!

Nothing about Donald's career, the way he played the game, the way he prepared for the game, or anything he's ever said in an interview gives any indication he'd want to be a part-time guy.
 
I'd be shocked if they traded Fiske. Braden Fiske is an above-average sack artist, especially for an interior defensive lineman
I get that and I don't know how likely it is.
I just know that there's limited FA $ in the future and the time to take advantage of his value in a trade would be now. I don't see him being with the team long-term.
 
I get that and I don't know how likely it is.
I just know that there's limited FA $ in the future and the time to take advantage of his value in a trade would be now. I don't see him being with the team long-term.
The reason why I'm typically against trading vets is because they don't get much on the trade market. I find their value to the team is often higher than what they can realistically garner in trade. That said, what do you suppose Fiske could return?

My guess is a 5th round pick since he's coming off injury and a down year. Is that worth it?
 
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Some speculating if AD does come back, he might not go to Ausieland for te 1st game.

I'm sure he'd not do that. In for the whole season or not. HOF'er or not, it would be disrespectful to the rest of team. He's gotta see it that way or he'll lose respect. From me at least.

If he plays, he's in for the whole season. Just MHO.
 
Some speculating if AD does come back, he might not go to Ausieland for te 1st game.

I'm sure he'd not do that. In for the whole season or not. HOF'er or not, it would be disrespectful to the rest of team. He's gotta see it that way or he'll lose respect. From me at least.

If he plays, he's in for the whole season. Just MHO.
When his body and mind say “ready” he’s in. Donald “ready” is above just about any other NFL player “ready” so it takes time. I don’t see him going to Australia.
 
When his body and mind say “ready” he’s in. Donald “ready” is above just about any other NFL player “ready” so it takes time. I don’t see him going to Australia.

If he's not going to Australia then I say just forget it. We don't need AD99. We have a Super Bowl capable winning team without AD99. The only reason for AD99 to play is the nostalgia of it all, playing along side MG, with the possibility of setting some all-time NFL defensive records. So, if AD99 isn't in it for the full season, all games, then I hope he stays retired and we can move on.
 
If he's not going to Australia then I say just forget it. We don't need AD99. We have a Super Bowl capable winning team without AD99. The only reason for AD99 to play is the nostalgia of it all, playing along side MG, with the possibility of setting some all-time NFL defensive records. So, if AD99 isn't in it for the full season, all games, then I hope he stays retired and we can move on.

Insane mindset. There’s still 16 more games. Most of which he would exponentially help us in.
 
Insane mindset. There’s still 16 more games. Most of which he would exponentially help us in.
I totally get that. I just feel like the team without Donald has a great shot at winning it all this year. I personally would want Donald back, but for the entire season, and see if the defense can break records (like the '85 Bears or the Ravens in and around the 2,000s). If Donald doesn't play the whole season, then there's no shot at breaking the records, which for me takes a lot of the punch out of it if he doesn't play a full season.
 
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Nothing about Donald's career, the way he played the game, the way he prepared for the game, or anything he's ever said in an interview gives any indication he'd want to be a part-time guy.

LMAO - I guess you just don’t get the realm of it ALL !!

I guess my only reference goes back to The Strike Year ! Plus how Shula remembers him being used under WADE !!

However you want to view AD99 & what is UP you can.I see it a different way,and only RESPECT for him & his HOF career as a RAM !!

Don’t get it twisted that much. I give you your due though. Your right about his career,then again things are different & his mind set.
 
If he's not going to Australia then I say just forget it. We don't need AD99. We have a Super Bowl capable winning team without AD99. The only reason for AD99 to play is the nostalgia of it all, playing along side MG, with the possibility of setting some all-time NFL defensive records. So, if AD99 isn't in it for the full season, all games, then I hope he stays retired and we can move on.
Opinion Noted.
 
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No one is talking about Garrett's knee. We might need Donald just Because of Garrett's knee injury. Seems like Donald is actually needed because of this. Fingers crossed the knee injury doesn't need surgery.
 
I totally get that. I just feel like the team without Donald has a great shot at winning it all this year. I personally would want Donald back, but for the entire season, and see if the defense can break records (like the '85 Bears or the Ravens in and around the 2,000s). If Donald doesn't play the whole season, then there's no shot at breaking the records, which for me takes a lot of the punch out of it if he doesn't play a full season.

Both the 85 Bears and 2000 Ravens only played 16 games…

Just sayin!
 
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Both the 85 Bears and 2000 Ravens only played 16 games…

Just sayin!
Regardless of the talent on this team, I don't think the rules really favor any records being broken on the defensive side of the ball.

Breaking the sack record will be nearly impossible, as teams will attempt to get the ball out of the QB's hands faster than ever against us.