Post Combine- Rams Top 13

[Memphis Ram]

A couple of plays a game is not worth it, compared to a starting CB for example. You know how long it takes a TE to get caught up to the NFL game.

If that's all he could give, then I would agree.

But, this kid would automatically be the best blocking TE on the team and if used properly could be a major matchup problem for defenses to contend with thus again opening up things for others. That value is FAR MORE than just a couple plays here or there.

This selection wouldn't preclude the team still getting a starting CB later. But, how many significant matchup problems can be had later?

Timetable to get caught up to NFL game? Depends upon the player. But, to be worthy of the selection, Sadiq would be more of a H-Back / FB / WR initially, IMO. That Jet sweep they tried with Ferguson? That works with Sadiq.

 

[kmramsfan]

As things stand today, I think Mansoor Delane is the guy I'd target at #13. And I'd be willing to move up a few spots to jump Dallas and Miami to land him. Even if we sign a top CB in FA, we still need help at the position. Delane is a perfect scheme fit and has All Pro CB potential. He is great in zone coverage. His ability to trigger and close while in zone coverage is rare. Outstanding awareness too. Good ball-skills. He's also very skilled in press man due to his fluid hips and acceleration. Though, he does have short arms.

His weakness is physicality. He'll step up and do his job as a run defender, but he doesn't revel in physicality. Pile watcher. But I can live with that from a CB with his cover skills and athletic gifts. The fact that he will come downhill and hit guys when they run to his side makes it easier to swallow.

As long as he's not a Marcus Peters, who did everything in his power to avoid contact (and Delane isn't from what I've seen either) I'd be good with that choice.
And yeah, a solid FA signing at this position is ideal and necessary, IMO, too.

 

[ScotsRam]

I am still holding out hope for a Trent McDuffie trade. In that scenario there's no pressure to take a CB first and they can go BPA.

 

[WestCoastRam]

I don't know about needing Love but if he is there at 13 I would be real surprised if he wasn't the highest ranked player on their board by a wide margin. I expect him to be gone by the 13 but if he ends up the pick I certainly wont cry about it.

If Love is there at 13 I think you absolutely pick him BUT no way he's there at 13.

 

[WestCoastRam]

I am still holding out hope for a Trent McDuffie trade. In that scenario there's no pressure to take a CB first and they can go BPA.

this is the way western man

 

[El Chapo Jr]

Agreed. So if he's not there at 13, TAKE SIDIQ. Think of the 12 personnel packages McVay could develop with he and Ferguson with Puka and Adams. And Williams or Corum on the field as well. With Stafford. They would eclipse last year's pts/game by 3-4 pts. Sign or trade for a vet CB and take the best available DB at 29. GET RIGHT ON THIS, SNEAD!

No thanks on Sadiq that high, not worth it to me. Trade back if he's the target.

 

[Memphis Ram]

I am still holding out hope for a Trent McDuffie trade. In that scenario there's no pressure to take a CB first and they can go BPA.

Is the 29th overall selection OK to give up to a team in cap trouble when you've basically have to give him a huge new deal in order to not lose your investment? And if you give him a huge new deal does that mean the team won't be extending another player and should look to replace that player with a high selection? Decisions. Decisions.

 

[Merlin]

FA needs at CB1 (Dean, Watkins, LTaylor) and CB3 (McCreary, Durant) take precedence. Linderbaum would set that OL but he’s projected at $20m+.

Shelton has a $9.5M cap hit this year. Shitcan him, save $4.5M of that, then go sign that 25 year old goddamn stud of a Center.

Then sign McClendon. Rams then are paying 3 of their OL, those being both OT and C.

Avila and Dotson play out 2026 and leave in FA after the season. Also for 2026 Rams would have an elite OL and probably win a title.

Draft an OG this year. Then another in the 2027 draft, and your OL is young as hell, good as hell, and ready to support a young QB with the experienced and Pro Bowl pivot in place.

 

[Mojo Ram]

The more I consider the possibility the more I am convinced that we need Jeremiyah Love.

 

[Flatlyner]

The more I consider the possibility the more I am convinced that we need Jeremiyah Love.

I also haven't seen anyone banging the table for a run at Linderbaum in FA. I cannot be the only person who is salivating at the idea of an elite C and an elite RB and the impact that would have on this offense.

Fairly certain Linderbaum resigned with Ravens for a record deal.

 

[Allen2McVay]

Fairly certain Linderbaum resigned with Ravens for a record deal.

Not yet.

Ravens' GM (DeCosta) said last week that Baltimore made a 'market setting offer' but nothing's been signed.

 

[Coliseum Ram]

Fairly certain Linderbaum resigned with Ravens for a record deal.

Lindenbaum reminds unsigned.

 

[dieterbrock]

If Love is there at 13 I think you absolutely pick him BUT no way he's there at 13.

He may go #3 to the Cardinals, at worst he goes #9 to KC

 

[WestCoastRam]

He may go #3 to the Cardinals, at worst he goes #9 to KC

That sounds right.

 

[dieterbrock]

Not yet.

Ravens' GM (DeCosta) said last week that Baltimore made a 'market setting offer' but nothing's been signed.

Another example of the flaw in the rookie 1st round contract, its so stupid that they have to pick up or decline the 5th year option after the 3rd year. That said, I dont know why they declined the option last year

 

[DzRams]

Is the 29th overall selection OK to give up to a team in cap trouble when you've basically have to give him a huge new deal in order to not lose your investment? And if you give him a huge new deal does that mean the team won't be extending another player and should look to replace that player with a high selection? Decisions. Decisions.

Yeah, I suspect if you're trading for McDuffie one of the younger players is scratched out of the plans. Maybe you move on from a Byron Young when at first they planned to sign him.

But that doesn't necessarily mean you have to use a high draft pick to replace them.

 

[El Chapo Jr]

I guess I am in the minority here because I would like to see the Rams take Ty Simpson and have their QB of the future learn for a year behind Stafford before taking the reins. Also, I do understand everyone wanting to go all in for 2026.

 

[jrry32]

Gee. I'd take him at #13, but I wouldn't trade up for him or anyone in this draft class. Not from #13.

I would. I don't want to say that our CBs cost us a Super Bowl title this year because the special teams disasters also played a big role, but I think we could have overcome the special teams if not for our issues at CB. I expect us to address it in FA, but Delane is a guy I feel could step in immediately and play well in our defense. Blue-chip talent, great scheme fit, and a major position of need. I wouldn't trade up to the top 5 to get him, but if he's sitting there at #10 and we have intel that Miami or Dallas will take him, I'd cut a deal with Cincinnati.

 

[jrry32]

If that's all he could give, then I would agree.

But, this kid would automatically be the best blocking TE on the team and if used properly could be a major matchup problem for defenses to contend with thus again opening up things for others. That value is FAR MORE than just a couple plays here or there.

This selection wouldn't preclude the team still getting a starting CB later. But, how many significant matchup problems can be had later?

Timetable to get caught up to NFL game? Depends upon the player. But, to be worthy of the selection, Sadiq would be more of a H-Back / FB / WR initially, IMO. That Jet sweep they tried with Ferguson? That works with Sadiq.

You hope. Sadiq hasn't had to block NFL-level defenders. And the challenge with rookie TEs is they have to master the run blocking scheme, protections, and the route tree/options. It's a hard task, especially with McVay. If they think Sadiq is a future superstar, I don't hesitate to draft him because he may not make a huge impact in year one. But OnceARam isn't wrong that you can't count on rookie TEs to be major contributors.

I am still holding out hope for a Trent McDuffie trade. In that scenario there's no pressure to take a CB first and they can go BPA.

Why, though? Why not just sign Jaylen Watson in FA? It saves us a pick. McDuffie isn't Sauce Gardner or Prime Jalen Ramsey. He's a very good CB, but he's not an elite dude.

He may go #3 to the Cardinals, at worst he goes #9 to KC

Yeah, I am a huge fan of Love. He's a stud. But I don't see him in play for us. You never know, but I would be surprised.

 

[Memphis Ram]

You hope. Sadiq hasn't had to block NFL-level defenders. And the challenge with rookie TEs is they have to master the run blocking scheme, protections, and the route tree/options. It's a hard task, especially with McVay. If they think Sadiq is a future superstar, I don't hesitate to draft him because he may not make a huge impact in year one. But OnceARam isn't wrong that you can't count on rookie TEs to be major contributors.

Sadiq has a bit of a head start as Oregon copies stuff from McVay. He's just got to stay healthy through camp unlike Ferguson.

BTW, you can't count on ANY rookie to be a major contributor. Sure any rookie can potentially fill a hole. But if he isn't any better than the veteran before him the immediate need is still there.