MemphisRam's Mock Draft 1.0

[Memphis Ram]

MemphisRams 1.0 Mock Draft

We all know that Rams GM Les Snead is going to do his best to trade around and pick up more selections. But, in this mock I'll just be conservative and have no trades.


2-52 Curtis Weaver, Edge, Boise State 6023, 265

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzBCBn5CPOY&feature=emb_logo


From what I understand new DC Brandon Staley's scheme really rely's upon edge rushers. No surprise given that's what he coached. McVay didn't get rid of a legend DC in Wade Phillips, not to go out of his way to get his his relatively unknown new hire what he needs. In a weak EDGE rusher class, this redshirt junior who compiled 34 sacks and 47.5 TFL at Boise State joins the competition.


3-84 Tyler Biadasz, C/G, Wisconsin 6035, 314

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWTi0P3bc3k&feature=emb_logo


Biadasz was unable to workout at the combine due to a procedure with his AC joint by an LA specialist. But, if not for medical concerns, it's doubtful that Biadasz had a shot at still being here this late, IMO. Hopefully, the Cowboys who select ahead of the Rams in each round and just lost their starting center to retirement won't throw a wrench in this scenario.

3-104 Jordyn Brooks, LB, Texas Tech 6000, 240

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9QYzOIAMiU


The Rams need a speedy 3 down LB capable of replacing Corey Littleton. Brooks is faster and better vs. the run than Littleton and hopefully can get to his level vs. the pass with good coaching.

IMO, the only reason Brooks could possibly last this long is due to medical concerns. Offseason shoulder labrum surgery may prevent Brooks from being ready to go until training camp. However, the way things look now, there may not be any OTAs this year anyway.


4-126 Terrell Burgess, S,Slot CB, Utah 5113, 202

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlEMejQ0-Ko


Rams going back to the Senior Bowl well with this selection. While he didn't become as starter until his senior season, this CB turned safety was said to be very impressive in coverage all week long.

6-199 Dalton Keene, TE, Virginia Tech 6041, 253

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7okNbUuGq8


Swiss Army Knife competitor capable of playing TE, H-Back, and FB. Nicknamed "Rambo" at Va Tech this kid is also good on special teams. Having the highest Sparq Score of the weak TE class might make it hard for him to stay on the board this long, but he'd be nice get for a team looking to improve it's rushing atack.

7-234 Joe Reed, WR, Virginia 6004, 224

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cozSt1PCIpM


This former high school RB turned Slot WR, KR, PR in college offers good speed (4.47/40) interesting possibilities. I'm especially interested in seeing him take reps out of the backfield and being a matchup issue for opposing defenses. And I'd like the team's punt returner to be able to be effective in more than just one area.

 

[Kevin]

Good choices in positions of need, very realistic!

 

[dieterbrock]

I like it.
And great to see you @Memphis Ram

 

[iamme33]

being from Idaho i'm a big boise fan so love the weaver pick also like the biadasz pick. the te has the size to make a great fb witch is a personal want of mine. and size and speed of the lb, s and wr are intriguing. any way nice draft even if no trades. keep em coming

 

[8to12]

Great Draft! I like them all.

 

[Wisconsinram]

Thanks, Memphis. I just love coming here and reading mocks from guys like you, Jrry, Momento and others that are dialed in and have a clue.

I love your mock. I'd offer a couple of things.

First, I wouldn't put it past Snead to jump ahead of the Cowboys if the center options they like in rounds 3/4 start drying up.

Second, if Cephus is there in the 7th, you take him. I'm a Badger fan, but I'm telling you he plays faster than he ran at the combine and his pro day was under 4.6.

Finally, now that Greg is gone, I fear we'll need to spend some draft capital on a targeted college kicker. Hopefully in the 6/7 range.

Thanks again, awesome mock!

 

[FaulkSF]

I like this mock because of the combo of BPA and yes some needs, but also because you're not mortgaging our entire future by trading away Woods and other keys to this team.

 

[Ram65]

Who is this Memphis cat?

Weaver is not good at covering which may not sit well with Staley. He likes to have all LBers be versatile. He may overlook this if he thinks Weaver is that good at pass rushing.

I like Biadasz and hope Cowboys don't mess that up. Rams may have to jump ahead of them.

Good draft event eh backend with Keene and Reed are good fits.

 

[jrry32]

It's a good mock, Memphis. I have no complaints.

 

[OldSchool]

 

[ArkyRamsFan]

Memphis,
I really love what you did in this mock. Very realistic and balanced. Though after watching the Joe Reed highlights I kinda doubt he'll be there in the 7th round. But we can hope!!

~ArkyRamsFan~

 

[Memphis Ram]

Who is this Memphis cat?

Weaver is not good at covering which may not sit well with Staley. He likes to have all LBers be versatile. He may overlook this if he thinks Weaver is that good at pass rushing.

Don't know how good he was doing it, but I heard Weaver state in an interview that he dropped into coverage over 100 times this year.

But, if he sucks at it then I guess a trade down and a selection of Michigan's Josh Uche may be in order, although he might be a nich project option at ILB.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GT-xeGPu9lQ&feature=emb_logo

Second, if Cephus is there in the 7th, you take him. I'm a Badger fan, but I'm telling you he plays faster than he ran at the combine and his pro day was under 4.6.

Any return skills?

 

[Wisconsinram]

No, Cephus isn't a candidate to be a returner.