Practice Squad

[HitStick]

CMC is a very good NFL player but in my opinion hasn’t met the criteria for Hall of Fame. He could not carry Marshall Faulk’s jock. How many championships has he won? How many games has he missed due to injury. He got a lot of yards last season because he was fed the ball continuously despite having his all time low YPC.

Hes much better than “very good”

I hate the 49ers too, but the man was 76 yards away from being the only player to go 1000/1000 TWICE. Him on a better, more well put together team would feed families. Let’s not downplay him because of his jersey.

But yes, he’s still not Marshall….nobody is, and I doubt we ever see anyone like him

 

[Coliseum Ram]

You’re overthinking this. I simply don’t share your opinion. That’s okay . Right?

Of course its okay.

 

[Coliseum Ram]

Marshall agrees......

Marshall Faulk: 'No doubt' 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey is Hall of Fame bound | 49ers Webzone https://share.google/V6aPEU6g4LlzX2SUX

 

[So Ram]

Marshall agrees......

Marshall Faulk: 'No doubt' 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey is Hall of Fame bound | 49ers Webzone https://share.google/V6aPEU6g4LlzX2SUX

Excellent article- thanks. Hate X!!
Use to like how the internet is,plus all the other internet stuff as well.
I guess I’m stubborn!!

Anways - I agree with Marshall & I also would say George Kittle is a STUD & HOF TE. He’s been a winner & believe helped The Rams win the Superbowl.When he got Hurt in the end was The End for the 8ers.Plus I wanted him to be a Ram.Said from the start The Best 40(50) ever at the combine.In his Day.Now forget about it.He & Kupp together with Higbee instead of Everett.Plus Dalvin Cook.? Go look back.I did like another WR,but the way The Draft board went.(Les Snead knows more,but he has evloved to a Mad Scientist).Since this 2023 Draft ?? After COVID from his garage!!(Brusss) He is a changed Man of Draft Day !!

Cool thing I like what Marshall said was CMC is he reaches out to him & other players.Purdy save Lynch & Ratboy.

I guess my thing is TY SIMPSON !! This Rams ROOKIE CLASS. The question of Dean Connors & CMC.He said that was basically his Idle & has worked out & learns from him. Connor’s talked about trying to be at Rams Practices before TY,but he lives there !! Which is KOOL !! I love those stories of STRIVING to be better.
These gues have a nice bound & Klare is also part of this group.Trost is another on The O”!

My worries is if Connor’s got picked up by that team. Roger Craig & Raftman were WEST COAST !!

Allen Davies though can play Fullback in 13 !! The Rams duo RB group is special. The Rams are ALL IN !!

 

[VeteranRamFan]

There are 2 ways to look at the practice squad.

1. We're glad none of our players were taken by other teams.

2. None of the other 31 teams thought any of our practice squad guys were good enough for their 53 man roster.
- take into account there are some pretty bad rosters in the league.

I’ve been thinking about this. We were all convinced every one of our waived players were going to be picked up by other teams (I exaggerate).

It’s a conspiracy I say! The fix is in. Goodell told all 31 teams to leave any Rams player alone!

 

[RamBall]

I’ve been thinking about this. We were all convinced every one of our waived players were going to be picked up by other teams (I exaggerate).

It’s a conspiracy I say! The fix is in. Goodell told all 31 teams to leave any Rams player alone!

I'm a bit shocked nobody put in a claim on any players waived by the Rams.

 

[den-the-coach]

Proving once and over again why your a wise Ram fan.....I like it very much too.

This might be why AJ Arcuri is no longer under contract. #72 the new guy who just showed up late just before preseason appears like the reason @Memento.
Blake Hance was a four year starting LEFT OT, who started 43 college games for Northwestern. Breakdown: 8 in 2015, 13 in 2016, 9 in 2017, and 13 in 2018. Hance started 2 NFL games at left tackle (LT)—both for the Cleveland Browns in 2021, against the Rams and Cardinals.

Hance only played in the first 2 pre-season games & got 97 snaps. Our OL coaches must have seen enough by that time & did not showcase him for the rest of the NFL in game #3 at all. The 36 yr old DQ has a bonified back up for himself as new 30 yr. Swing OT.

Any ROD'er who has PFF premium might be able to give us Hance's ratings of his 97 2026 preseason snaps???

Looking at the PFF stats with Hance he did grade out well in pass blocking in the 3rd and 4th game although Arcuri rated higher although in the 4th game Hance was better at pass blocking. I just think when push came to shove, they had given Arcuri several chances over the years to show something and he really did not improve. Blaske is the upside player, but Hance has more games played in the NFL and maybe they thought the Arcuri train had run its course.

In the game against the Chargers, that was the number one defense for most of the first half and Arcuri's pass blocking grade was 47.6 vs Hance's 65.4. Arcuri rated much higher overall in that game because of his run blocking, but when it comes to LT, IMO, the pass blocking grade is what counts and against better competition, Hance was better, but again I just think they found a guy to replace someone that the Rams feel they have given multiple opportunities too.

 

[WestCoastRam]

Teams aren't watching preseason games and going, oh look at Connor, let's take him! There's too little data there. What teams are doing is seeing other teams cut guys they did extensive draft prep on, guys their scouts banged the table for and picking up those guys.

Teams look at preseason but it's a drop in the bucket compared to teams who see a guy they like in the draft process shake loose and think he might be better than a guy who's been in camp the entire time.

Also Connor looked fine. He was fine. Now Bailey balled at a premium position.

 

[Allen2McVay]

I'm a bit shocked nobody put in a claim on any players waived by the Rams.

I was surprised too ... just could not pass on a opportunity to post a Dodgeball's Pepper Brooks' reference.
I am weak.

 

[PARAM]

Teams aren't watching preseason games and going, oh look at Connor, let's take him! There's too little data there. What teams are doing is seeing other teams cut guys they did extensive draft prep on, guys their scouts banged the table for and picking up those guys.

Teams look at preseason but it's a drop in the bucket compared to teams who see a guy they like in the draft process shake loose and think he might be better than a guy who's been in camp the entire time.

Also Connor looked fine. He was fine. Now Bailey balled at a premium position.

We hear that all the time...."we were very high on him during the draft".....it makes sense. So much more information on that than 3 games in the preseason vs #2's, #3's and lower.

 

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[André]

Henderson covers the Hawks for ESPN

Wonder who he replaced ... Neal? Murch?

 

[Twopointtry]

It is normal for fans of NFL teams to overestimate the talent and trade value of players on their own roster. Sometimes, I've read message boards for other teams and their fans suggest trying to trade certain players to the Rams, then I study those players and think "You'll are nuts. You want my team to trade you a 2nd round pick for that QB? That guy stinks. No way." Conversely, it is also normal for fans to be overly critical of players on their own team. Part of what makes being a fan fun also makes it challenging to separate emotion from logic and think about things rationally without personal bias.

Dean Connors needs to improve his vision and he needs to improve his 3rd down value. I don't think he's as good a receiving threat right now as Rams fans think, but he has the potential to improve in that area. The player I'd suggest to use as a model for what he could become is Dylan Laube, who was a 6th round pick in 2024. Watch some highlights of him in college or with the Raiders.

 

[Tumak61]

Looking at the practice squad we have two O Linemen that could be activated if needed. We just seem razor thin at Offensive Tackle to start the season.

 

[shovelpass]

Wonder who he replaced ... Neal? Murch?

My guess would be Murch. There's 2 other DL on the practice squad. I think his ceiling has already been hit, and could see him being available later on if need be.

 

[Ground Chuck]

I've got my eyes pealed for the Rams to sign Daejon Love.

I've seen some of his moves. If the dude can cut like that on BEACH SAND, imagine him breaking ankles on Sundays at Sofi.

Don't dismiss my take, people. Mark my word. You'll be wantin' some Love. Best to get Lovin' NOW, Les Snead.

 

[BonifayRam]

Looking at the PFF stats with Hance he did grade out well in pass blocking in the 3rd and 4th game although Arcuri rated higher although in the 4th game Hance was better at pass blocking. I just think when push came to shove, they had given Arcuri several chances over the years to show something and he really did not improve. Blaske is the upside player, but Hance has more games played in the NFL and maybe they thought the Arcuri train had run its course.

In the game against the Chargers, that was the number one defense for most of the first half and Arcuri's pass blocking grade was 47.6 vs Hance's 65.4. Arcuri rated much higher overall in that game because of his run blocking, but when it comes to LT, IMO, the pass blocking grade is what counts and against better competition, Hance was better, but again I just think they found a guy to replace someone that the Rams feel they have given multiple opportunities too.

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Thanks good info.

My Summary on our makings of the 2026 initial OL

The injury to top OL draft selection Keagen Trost & the earlier injury prior to PS to Justin Dedich sure caused a lot of work for our 3 OL coaches & Snead to find prospect to fill their roles. At no time did I think that JAG's (Well Travelled) Hance/Murray were more just stop gap OL'ers.

JD's early July injury forced the org to look around deeper @ OC. PS rider for the last 2 seasons Dylan McMahon was ready. DMc played 51 & 28 snaps @ center in first 2 PS gms.& did not play in 3rd gm. DMc finally won the reserve MR53 OC position behind Shelton.

JD out, provided a large cadre of Ol'ers to get snaps @ OG. 3rd yr Interior OL'er Beaux Limmer who has 2 seasons of Ram experience (played in 21 started 14). BL only played 34 snaps in 1 preseason gm, @ 3 OL posts LG/RG/OC. BL earned himself upgraded active game day role Swing ILB in the place of JD.

Bill Murray played all 3 PS gms approx. 150 offensive snaps @ mostly LG & RT. IMO BM was the most impressive OL'er on the field this 2026 PS. Earned a MR53 as 9th Ram OL.

Austin Blaske UDFA rookie took 230 snaps on offense in PS. AB played best @ LT. AB took snaps @ RT/RG/LG...seemed to be a much better on the left side. So his rookie preseason showcased the ability to play 4 OL positions. AB made the PS16.

Blake Hance played in 63 NFL games with 11 starts on 8 NFL teams across multiple teams, primarily at right tackle, and has experience at all five offensive line positions. His career includes playoff appearances & consistent performances as a reserve. IMO the fact that BH has close to 100 snaps in the NFL playing left OT brought him to the rams. In PS for the Rams BH played 97 snaps as the Swing OT making the PS16.

 

[Memento]

My guess would be Murch. There's 2 other DL on the practice squad. I think his ceiling has already been hit, and could see him being available later on if need be.

I'm just hoping it's not Bill Norton. Honestly think he played the best out of all of our D-linemen in preseason. Keenan, I'd keep, and I'm hoping it's Murchison as well, but Norton is the one defensive player I don't wish to lose from the practice squad.

 

[den-the-coach]

Thanks good info.

My Summary on our makings of the 2026 initial OL

Boni, you know if I was a Head Coach, you would be OL Coach!

 

[den-the-coach]

I'm just hoping it's not Bill Norton. Honestly think he played the best out of all of our D-linemen in preseason. Keenan, I'd keep, and I'm hoping it's Murchison as well, but Norton is the one defensive player I don't wish to lose from the practice squad.

Agreed, Norton is big and played extremely well and he is someone that they could activate and I would expect him to be ready.