Rams Cuts Begin

[bluecoconuts]

View: https://twitter.com/richeisen/status/1432814915912306689

Playing 4D chess, gonna force the team to go for it on 4th down when they cross the 50.

 

[TexasRam]

This safety group is the best I can remember in horns. Both Reed and Hughes were excellent across the preseason games. Impressive.

SAFETIES (6): Taylor Rapp, Nick Scott, Terrell Burgess, Jordan Fuller, J.R. Reed, JuJu Hughes

Totally agree. This is one unit we are very deep at.

 

[Dodgersrf]

The Rams drafted three players in the 7th round, and all three made the team (two, Funk and Garrett, may very well be on the active roster on opening day).

I'm betting the odds of that are pretty low.

Especially on this roster.

 

[Merlin]

Playing 4D chess, gonna force the team to go for it on 4th down when they cross the 50.

Campbell: "No Jared get back out there man."
Jared: "It's 4th and 25."
Campbell: "We're gonna let you try a 52 yarder."

 

[BonifayRam]

Rams announce final roster cuts, including Micah Kiser and Justin Lawler

The Rams announced their final roster moves to get the team down to 53 players, waiving Micah Kiser, Justin Lawler and Xavier Jones.

sports.yahoo.com

5 most surprising players cut by the Rams

There weren't many major surprises from the Rams on Tuesday, but these players looked like they could've made the 53-man roster.

sports.yahoo.com

Rams Cut Micah Kiser & Justin Lawler, Trade Corey Bojorquez To Packers To Get Initial Roster Down To 53

The Los Angeles Rams announced the moves they made to get the initial roster down to 53, including cutting Micah Kiser and Justin Lawler.

ramsnewswire.com

 

[So Ram]

Yeah I didn't think they'd go all OT with the depth. They must think Shelton will clear waivers. I have to agree he should but he did have a really good preseason.

But they also seem to think Evans is an OG. So idk man. Hopefully both Shelton and Meredith end up on the PS. If that happens we're in good shape.

Shelton & Anchrum might go on Ir? Not sure how that works. Was surprised to see Ben Sko on the roster. Thought Blanton. Hopkins stepped up,especially on special teams. Hope I hope I lit a fire with him.He was playing soft & acting like he did twang to be on the field. Gave him a That is why your going to cut.Then nice catch & show you want it.
T. Jackson ? Yep - said he would make it. No surprise cuts at all besides that. Keep The whole OLine group though is another thing.Just shows how much they value those guys. Yeah - great evaluation with How All These Guys Suck. Brewer was the Odd Player out. Like I said last season,Covid was a blessing for being able to sit out & get another preseason in.

 

[Loyal]

View: https://twitter.com/richeisen/status/1432814915912306689

What do you mean I have 4 downs every series? It's all on me, you SUMBICHES!? ~ JG

 

[OldSchool]

Lawler being cut is a shock to me. Otherwise I like the roster.

He could come back when Obo, who I'm about over at this point can't stay healthy, goes on IR. Very glad Garrett is on the list though.

 

[Mojo Ram]

There are too many teams with shit at qb2. Think the Cowturdseir aparent wouldn’t love to have this guy as a their backup? It makes too much sense to keep him on the 53.

My thinking was that Stafford is 33(?) yrs old. Wolford has limitations. We won't be picking in the top 10 any time soon WHEN THE TIME COMES to replace Stafford in a few years. I think it's smart to hold on to the other developing QB who gives you that extra elusive quality. The Rams haven't drafted one in many years so keep your fruits of labor. IMO keeping Perkins is smart insurance. Lets see where Perkins is at a year from now.

 

[MachS]

Lawler being cut is a shock to me. Otherwise I like the roster.

I just don't get this move. Keeping a 3rd QB and 6 safeties? Reed and Hughes both over Lawler? I mean we have huge question marks at OLB, and with Obo and Lewis both nursing injuries I dont agree with this move. Lawler looked great in the preseason and is finally healthy. So weird to me.

 

[BonifayRam]

Los Angeles Rams final 53-man roster for 2021:​

The initial list of who made it and who got cut​

By Kenneth Arthur@KennethArthuRS Updated Aug 31, 2021, 3:27pm CDT

Los Angeles Rams final 53-man roster for 2021: The initial list of who made it and who got cut

The decisions are in! For now!

www.turfshowtimes.com

Who made the LA Rams final 53-man roster this year? Who has been subject to waivers and could be picked up by another team? The Rams announced their final cuts on Tuesday and this is their INITIAL 53-man roster, though it is subject to change and almost certainly will be a tiny bit different by Week 1. If not by Wednesday.

This is the August 31st edition of the LA Rams 53-man roster for 2021:

Quarterback (3)
Matthew Stafford, John Wolford, Bryce Perkins

Running back (3)
Darrell Henderson, Sony Michel, Jake Funk

Wide receiver (6)
Robert Woods, Cooper Kupp, Van Jefferson, DeSean Jackson, Tutu Atwell, Ben Skowronek*

Tight end (4)
Tyler Higbee, Johnny Mundt, Jacob Harris, Brycen Hopkins

Offensive line (10)
Andrew Whitworth, David Edwards, Brian Allen, Austin Corbett, Rob Havenstein, Joseph Noteboom, Coleman Shelton^, Bobby Evans, Alaric Jackson, Tremayne Anchrum

Defensive line (7)
Aaron Donald, Sebastian Joseph-Day, A’Shawn Robinson*, Greg Gaines, Bobby Brown III, Michael Hoecht, Jonah Williams

Linebacker (9)
Leonard Floyd, Kenny Young, Troy Reeder, Justin Hollins, Ogbonnia Okoronkwo*, Ernest Jones, Travin Howard, Terrell Lewis, Chris Garrett

Cornerback (4)
Jalen Ramsey, Darious Williams, David Long, Robert Rochell

Safety (6)
Jordan Fuller, Taylor Rapp, Terrell Burgess, Nick Scott, J.R. Reed, JuJu Hughes

Special teams (3)Matt Gay, Johnny Hekker^, Matt Orzech

(53)

The numbers do get a little funky because of reserve COVID-19 list and the plans to place certain players on short-term IR soon

*expected to miss at least first week of season, could go to IR

^remains on COVID-19 reserve list

Released​

OLB Justin Lawler​

RB Xavier Jones (waived/injured)
WR Jeremiah Haydel
S Troy Warner
OL Jeremiah Kolone
OL Jordan Meredith
CB Donovan Olumba
CB Brontae Harris
DL Eric Banks
WR Landen Akers
ILB Christian Rozeboom
TE Kendall Blanton
OL Max Pircher^
CB Dont’e Deayon
RB Otis Anderson
OL Chandler Brewer
WR Trishton Jackson
WR J.J. Koski
DL Marquise Copeland
DL Earnest Brown IV
DE John Daka
ILB Micah Kiser
CB Tyler Hall
DB Kareem Orr
LB Jake Gervase
Traded:
P Corey Bojorquez to Packers, swapping a 7th for a 6th in 2023

 

[OldSchool]

My thinking was that Stafford is 33(?) yrs old. Wolford has limitations. We won't be picking in the top 10 any time soon WHEN THE TIME COMES to replace Stafford in a few years. I think it's smart to hold on to the other developing QB who gives you that extra elusive quality. The Rams haven't drafted one in many years so keep your fruits of labor. IMO keeping Perkins is smart insurance. Lets see where Perkins is at a year from now.

I could honestly see Stafford staying beyond his current contract though. Win a few playoff games become a hero in LA like his best friend and it might just be a 2nd home for him and his family.

 

[Mojo Ram]

Yes he was definitely late on a lot of throws. Guy has a lot of questions no doubt. But I am happy they made room for him.

Me too. I say give him another year of development. I strongly believe your QB2 needs to be a guy who knows the offense(obviously) but can also get out of trouble with his legs and maybe steal a couple games simply because the defense hasn't adjusted in the film room.

 

[MachS]

My thinking was that Stafford is 33(?) yrs old. Wolford has limitations. We won't be picking in the top 10 any time soon WHEN THE TIME COMES to replace Stafford in a few years. I think it's smart to hold on to the other developing QB who gives you that extra elusive quality. The Rams haven't drafted one in many years so keep your fruits of labor. IMO keeping Perkins is smart insurance. Lets see where Perkins is at a year from now.

Perkins doesn't have the arm talent to start in this league, no matter how long hes developed. He could be a quality backup and I think thats where his value is. There are a number of teams with complete garbage at backup QB who would have snatched him up almost certainly. My guess is we will try to get a 7th round pick from one of those teams for Perkins. Or a late round pick swap. Keeping him to trade is the only thing that makes sense to me.

 

[Mojo Ram]

I could honestly see Stafford staying beyond his current contract though. Win a few playoff games become a hero in LA like his best friend and it might just be a 2nd home for him and his family.

Hell yeah of course ideally, but i'm speaking in terms of contingencies. Injury or unexpected retirement etc. If the Rams were stuck with just Wolford and a JAG QB that stinks. Anyway, i'm glad they didn't try to get cute with Perkins.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

Johnny Hekker restructures contract to remain with Rams

Johnny Hekker is staying with the Rams after restructuring his contract.

theramswire.usatoday.com

that answers that question

Johnny better not have another 2020.

Bojorquez was used to leverage Hekker into a restructure. Dirty pool.

 

[Ram_Rally]

I just don't get this move. Keeping a 3rd QB and 6 safeties? Reed and Hughes both over Lawler? I mean we have huge question marks at OLB, and with Obo and Lewis both nursing injuries I dont agree with this move. Lawler looked great in the preseason and is finally healthy. So weird to me.

Sounds like obo to IR so maybe to take his spot?

 

[Mojo Ram]

Perkins doesn't have the arm talent to start in this league, no matter how long hes developed. He could be a quality backup and I think thats where his value is. There are a number of teams with complete garbage at backup QB who would have snatched him up almost certainly. My guess is we will try to get a 7th round pick from one of those teams for Perkins. Or a late round pick swap. Keeping him to trade is the only thing that makes sense to me.

Arm talent is questionable. Not sure if you read my other post. Nowhere have i claimed he's the future franchise QB. He's the IDEAL backup QB however.

 

[JYB]

Arm talent is questionable. Not sure if you read my other post. Nowhere have i claimed he's the future franchise QB. He's the IDEAL backup QB however.

He's also the kind of player you can use in a Taysom Hill role, to offer a running threat every now and then, and give defenses something else to prepare for.

 

[Oregonram]

I’d rather keep Hekk as #3 at least he has game experience

And, with Perkins at QB we aren’t winning any games.

And Perkins was playing behind a scrub OL with no 1st team receiving talent…elusiveness buys time in the NFL for off schedule plays…I’m good with the decision to work with him.