Which Ram Vet's Don't Make The Team?

[PhillyRam]

Skow won’t be ready this year.

I wonder of Blanton could give us a big blocking TE and then again is that is even desired now?

 

[PhillyRam]

Tutu probably gets the most snaps this year. I agree he's more than just a gadget player but that will come in time. He needs a lot of work on his route running, reading defenses, bulking up, and strengthening in general. This year I think he will be in motion most of the time with quick screens, and jet sweeps. I think they will add more to his repertoire each year until he becomes another DeSean Jackson type of receiver.

Funk will basically replace Xavier Jones as the #3 RB this year. I think Funk will take Calais roster spot. I think he could end up as their KO returner. I'm not sure he will return punts as I question his acceleration on film I've seen of him.

Earnest Jones obviously is Kiser's replacement. He will play behind and in rotation with Reeder who will remain the starter. The problem with Jones is Reeder is a 3 down MIKE. Jones at this point looks strictly like only an early down ILB. I don't see the speed or coverage ability to be more than that.

Harris is clearly Everett's replacement. That said he is new to the position so I simply don't anticipate him getting many if any snaps this year. This is especially true with Hopkins ready to play. I think Harris will see primarily STs snaps this year. I feel that starting next year we will see Harris more involved in the offense from that point on. If Harris bumps a roster spot it might be Mundt. Harris is a willing blocker.

Rochell is clearly Hill's replacement. Although it might not be this year, I feel he will become the #3 CB in 2022. Unless David Long doesn't step up which I don't foresee, I see Rochell being primarily a STs player as he acclimates to the NFL and improves his technique at the position. I think in 2023 he could eventually take over at LCB from Williams while they move Darious inside to the Star position when they move to a nickel.

Skowronek looks to be Reynold's replacement. He's faster than Reynolds and has much better hands. Considering the backlog of WRs this year I see Ben as primarily a STs player. That said, I think they have long-range plans for him particularly after 2023. Eventually, Ben could succeed Woods on the roster. They both have similar speed, hands, and build, though Ben is a bit taller.

Bobby Brown looks like Sebas's replacement. Like Joseph was as a rookie, Bobby needs a lot of work on this technique, and strengthening. With Robinson and Gaines ahead of him I don't expect him to see regular game snaps and for the most part, it will probably be a redshirt year for him.

Earnest Brown basically takes Brocker's roster spot. Brown like Brockers lacks long speed and lacks an explosive first step. To be honest I'm not sure why they are so high on him. His film isn't particularly inspiring as much of his production was from QB's holding the ball too long or mistakes by the OT. Analytically they must have seen something that they could build upon so we will have to go with that.

Garrett is an interesting pick. A case could be made that he's the player they are looking to replace Brockers, but that is probably a stretch. Garrett lacks long speed but has a very good first step. His issues are largely technique related meaning they are correctable with good coaching. Garrett looks at this point to eventually be a rotational OLB. If he can't make a spot for himself via STs play on the roster, he's worth a PS spot for continued development.

Garret as Brockers replacement? Huh?

A lot of other disagreements with that post, but what you have just said about Garrett is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent post were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone in this room is now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on your soul.

 

[XXXIVwin]

Nsimba Webster watching all the WR's taken by Rams in 2021 draft...

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

Allen's injury has taken a long time to heal. Demby is a Kromer guy. If Aleric Jackson and the two other UDFAs show promise then maybe we see these two move on.

I agree that Webster will be on the bubble. Funk's knee best hold up if he's a main returner. I'm hoping Calais or another may take the reins of return specialist.

Im not so sure Young gets cut. How bad was Howard's injury? Young played very well in a couple of games. Maybe they feel he has more to give on a consistent basis. If Rozeboom is to win a roster spot it won't be Young's. If Rozeboom is the real deal then he and Earnest Jones will be vying for snaps against Kizer and Reeder. We could see them both cut, but I struggle with predicting a practice squad player ousting a starter.

 

[Soul Surfer]

With another camp leg is Hekker watching his back?

He needs to sharpen up a little bit compared to his earlier performance and I hope the camp competition makes him do just that.

 

[OnceARam]

Blythe!!!

LOL

It'll get old at some point, but not yet.

 

[den-the-coach]

Allen, Demby, Mundt, Webster, Young, Gaines.

This list is very possible, Shelton has an edge on Allen because Shelton can play Guard too, I believe the Rams will keep 4 TE's so Mundt will be kept IMO, however, Webster, Young and maybe Gaines could be gone or maybe Gaines is traded.

 

[Rams43]

Excellent thread topic.

Well, we know a couple of things already.

The draftees will push at least 9 vets off the roster and DJ will probably push another WR off, too.

The ST rookies are gonna get strong preference in any coin flip situation.

So, what does all this mean? I think any and all fringe non-starters from last year are VERY vulnerable.

These rooms will probably have the most vet losses:

RB
WR
TE
OL
Edge
ILB
Safety

Oh hell, vet losses will be sprinkled throughout this Rams roster. Once again, good football players will have to hit the street. Sigh...

 

[Merlin]

I wonder of Blanton could give us a big blocking TE and then again is that is even desired now?

Interesting question there Philly. We haven't really seen much of Blanton. Has he developed at all? The guy is talented.

But I'll throw out there that he's not been a big difference maker on teams. I don't focus in on teams or anything but I watch the coverage teams and in particular the gunners and it seems like the Rams addressed that with some of the options they've brought in. So that is kind of a strike against him, though there is certainly room for him to have been a solid teams guy without me noticing since admittedly I don't spend much time looking at them.

IMO what we might be seeing is a special teams reload. And tbh that will affect things. I think a lot of the bottom roster guys are on the hotseat right now and rightly so, because our teams sucked ass last year.

 

[Flatlyner]

With another camp leg is Hekker watching his back?

Bojorquez is hardly just a camp leg. He had the highest net average punts in the league last year. Where did the 2nd highest paid punter in the league (Hekker) rank last year? 21st. Hekker has a $4.9 million cap hit this year, 4.7 for the next 2 years . Bojorquez cap hit is 1.02 mil. Hekker does have a dead cap hit of 2.3, however, it still saves us a fair amount this year and over 3 million next year. I love the guy, but Hekker honestly should be cut and replaced. Its financially and production-wise obvious, as much as I'd hate to see the person gone. We do not have the luxury of paying a (below) average punter almost 5/mil a year with our high paid guys.

 

[Tano]

Earnest Jones obviously is Kiser's replacement. He will play behind and in rotation with Reeder who will remain the starter. The problem with Jones is Reeder is a 3 down MIKE. Jones at this point looks strictly like only an early down ILB. I don't see the speed or coverage ability to be more than that.

And Reeder does?

 

[Dodgersrf]

Unless Demby comes in greatly improved, how can he stay?

 

[fearsomefour]

This list is very possible, Shelton has an edge on Allen because Shelton can play Guard too, I believe the Rams will keep 4 TE's so Mundt will be kept IMO, however, Webster, Young and maybe Gaines could be gone or maybe Gaines is traded.

In truth I think both Gaines and Mundt stay.
There is just a shot they go
I took notice that the Rams signed Shelton instead of letting him walk.
Who knows if that means anything or not.

 

[bubbaramfan]

There's going to be some cuts nobody expects.....

 

[TheTackle]

Blythe!!!

LOL

It'll get old at some point, but not yet.

Did I hear Jourdan say that we offered Blythe more money than the Chiefs but he chose to leave?

Rams Bros podcast with Jourdan on it

https://pca.st/kntthzzt Longish listen, just skip to Jourdan's parts: - Talks about Tutu most likely their target at 57 and certainly didn't want to trade back from 57 and lose him. (Also in her column today). - Drafted not for position, but for traits with so many starters set (Tutu had...

ramsondemand.com

You almost got your wish

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

This list is very possible, Shelton has an edge on Allen because Shelton can play Guard too, I believe the Rams will keep 4 TE's so Mundt will be kept IMO, however, Webster, Young and maybe Gaines could be gone or maybe Gaines is traded.

If Gaines goes it should definitely be in a trade. On DLine they lost Brockers and Fox, but only added Brown and Brown. So this years DLine numbers match last years numbers.
I guess Gaines could get pressure from someone on the PS but since he even was ahead of Banks, I don’t think it’s likely.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

Did I hear Jourdan say that we offered Blythe more money than the Chiefs but he chose to leave?

Rams Bros podcast with Jourdan on it

https://pca.st/kntthzzt Longish listen, just skip to Jourdan's parts: - Talks about Tutu most likely their target at 57 and certainly didn't want to trade back from 57 and lose him. (Also in her column today). - Drafted not for position, but for traits with so many starters set (Tutu had...

ramsondemand.com

You almost got your wish

Not much more, but as a Lifetime Chiefs fan he took the opportunity to move on. After a one year contract last year and another 1 year offer again, I’m sure he realized he didn’t have a future with the Rams.

 

[dieterbrock]

Unless Demby comes in greatly improved, how can he stay?

He's only been a PS player though so stay where? Lol

 

[den-the-coach]

Unless Demby comes in greatly improved, how can he stay?

He needs to be the first to go. I like Allen over Demby and I don't like Allen presently.

 

[Tano]

Not much more, but as a Lifetime Chiefs fan he took the opportunity to move on. After a one year contract last year and another 1 year offer again, I’m sure he realized he didn’t have a future with the Rams.

He saw Train and my statements in Rod and said I am out of here.