As long as teams aren't gashing us up the gut, I don't care who's the starter. Maybe they'll rotate them a bunch to keep them fresh, who knows.

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He's a great player - 2019 will be the first season that his cap hit will be large enough to seriously impact the team, and it will be worse in 2020 and 2021 (Over $17 million this season, $25 million in 2020, and nearly $28 million in 2021). That's a lot of depth that will leave the Rams to pay for him, vs gaining a lot of depth if they had traded him. I can understand wanting the great player, but I'd rather have the great team.

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Very hard to decide what's the best way to go. Donald played lights out during the year which helped the Rams have the second best record in the NFC. He was their pass rush most of the time. He does play a lot of snaps too. The Rams would have needed a trading partner. Here is what the Raiders got for Mack.


What picks did the Raiders get for Khalil Mack?
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ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the Bears will trade their first-round picks in 2019 and 2020 to the Oakland Raiders, as well as a 2020 third-round pick and a 2020 sixth-round pick. In return, the Bears will get Mack, a 2020 second-round pick and a conditional 2020 fifth-round pick.
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Two first round picks but give up position on lower picks. Raiders got the 24th pick this year from the Bears. Snead might have been able to add more picks by dropping down like he did this year. It would have been interesting to see what he could have done.

Donald's contract has two really high years of cap hits as you stated.

Akrasian said:

(Over $17 million this season, $25 million in 2020, and nearly $28 million in 2021)

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https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/los-angeles-rams/aaron-donald-14422/

The other years are more manageable $22.5 Million in 2022, $19 Million in 2023 and $21.75 Million in 2024. Demoff has to do his magic in 2020 and 2021. Arguments can be made for either decision. I was curious what the Rams could get for Donald and thought a trade was possible. We will never know what the best move was but, you have a good point.

Stan Kroenke shares statement on death of Broncos owner Pat Bowlen



By: Cameron DaSilva | June 14, 2019 3:40 pm ET

Longtime Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen died late Thursday night at the age of 75 after a battle with Alzheimer’s. He was the owner of the team for 35 years and was selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019.

Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke issued the following statement on the passing of Bowlen and what he meant to the Broncos and the Denver community.

Pat Bowlen was much more than a great sports team owner. He was a great man and friend. He cared deeply about his community, always putting his team and his fans first.

Pat fostered a special bond with his players, encouraging them to be leaders not only on the field but also to be leaders in their community and in business.

On behalf of my family, the Los Angeles Rams and Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, we wish the Bowlen family and the entire Denver Broncos organization comfort and solace in this difficult time. Mr. Bowlen will be missed, but his legacy and impact in Colorado and the NFL will continue for generations.

Bowlen was at the helm in Denver for seven trips to the Super Bowl, including three championships.


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Kromer likes what he's seen out of Noteboom, Allen

“They’ve had a great opportunity this offseason to get all the repetition that they needed that can really help them grow to understand how to handle it themselves,” run game coordinator/offensive line coach Aaron Kromer said. “It’s their line, it’s their group, they’re one of the top guys now and that comes with a little responsibility, and I think they’ve handled it really well. Through study, through understanding, and then going out on the field and — as much as we can do at this point in the year — they did a good job of getting through that and learning how to practice and how to fundamentally do things, how to see things defensively that the defense is trying to do. So I thought it was a good start to the process.”

One of the advantages both Noteboom and Allen have headed into their first year as starters is that they were both on the roster last year. That means they don’t have to learn the playbook and get used to the system like a rookie — or a free agent coming in from elsewhere, for that matter.

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2019 NFL season: Projecting the top five rookie running backs

None of the running backs in this year's draft class enters the NFL with as much rookie hype as, say, 2018 No. 2 overall pick Saquon Barkley or 2016 No. 4 overall pick Ezekiel Elliott. But that doesn't mean one of them can't emerge as an important cog in an NFL offense.

Last week, I ranked my top five rookie receivers according to projected first-year production. Below, I've done the same for rookie running backs. Players are arranged according to projected rushing-yard totals.

1) David Montgomery, Chicago Bears
Projected stats: 275 carries, 1,200 rushing yards, 7 rushing TDs, 30 catches.

Drafted: No. 73 overall, Round 3.

Montgomery could very well be the latest third-round running back to make a splash as a rookie, following in the footsteps of Alvin Kamara and Kareem Hunt. The Bears paved the way for Montgomery to become a feature back by trading Jordan Howard to the Eagles before the draft. The Iowa State product rushed for 1,100-plus yards in each of the past two seasons, and if he slides right in and takes up Howard's old workload (270 touches in 2018), Montgomery should produce like crazy. Montgomery can catch the ball better than I thought, and thus offers a bit more versatility than Howard; he should also be a potent goal-line threat. He has a chance to really thrive in the offense of Matt Nagy, who was the Chiefs' offensive coordinator in 2017, when Hunt led the NFL with 1,327 rushing yards.

2) Josh Jacobs, Oakland Raiders
Projected stats: 200 carries, 875 rushing yards, 6 rushing TDs, 25 catches.

Drafted: No. 24, Round 1.

With Marshawn Lynch out of the picture (for now), the Raiders need a new bell cow to step up in 2019. Jacobs has a chance to earn that distinction as a rookie, but he'll have to prove he can be an every-down back after splitting his time at Alabama with Damien Harris. At his pro day, Jacobs put on a show that was off the charts, demonstrating much better pass-catching ability than people expected him to. He's not a straight-line speed guy, but he has the quickness to make up for that. The presence of veterans like capable pass-catching backup Jalen Richard and Doug Martin could eat into Jacobs' workload, but he has the ability to wring the most out of the carries he's given.

3) Tony Pollard, Dallas Cowboys
Projected stats: 115 carries, 512 rushing yards, 5 rush TDs, 35 catches.

Drafted: No. 128, Round 4.

From Week 10 of last season to the Wild Card Round of the playoffs, Ezekiel Elliott rushed for 75-plus yards in eight straight games, putting up 111.4 rushing yards per game in that span. While Elliott has not shown that he's one to suffer late-season declines, it wouldn't be the worst thing in the world to lessen the burden on the one person in the NFL to log more than 1,000 total touches over the last three seasons combined. This is where Pollard will come in. While he had limited opportunities playing alongside Darrell Henderson at Memphis, his style of play has drawn comparisons to Alvin Kamara. Consider Pollard's line at the Tigers' bowl game: With Henderson out, Pollard put up 109 rushing yards on 17 carries (6.4 yards per carry). Pollard can also be a factor as a returner; last season, he returned 27 kicks for 667 yards and a score.

4) Darrell Henderson, Los Angeles Rams
Projected stats: 95 carries, 475 rushing yards, 3 rush TDs, 42 catches.

Drafted: No. 70, Round 3.

With knee issues dogging Todd Gurley at the end of last season, the Rams could choose to limit his snaps in 2019 to ensure his effectiveness at crucial junctures later on in the year. This creates a potential opportunity for Henderson, a matchup nightmare. At Memphis, Henderson showed he has the quickness to hit the hole, the toughness to run through tacklers and the speed to reach the edge. He doesn't need much room to run and tends to finish forward. He was able to split out wide at times at Memphis, and he showed the ability to make adjustments catching passes out of the backfield. He also owns the second-most rushing yards (3,545) and yards from scrimmage (4,303) in Memphis history. His height (5-foot-8) is a source of concern, and he'll have to show he's a better option than current Gurley backup Malcolm Brown, who was not allowed by the Rams to walk as a restricted free agent this offseason.

5) Qadree Ollison, Atlanta Falcons
Projected stats: 96 carries, 391 rushing yards, 7 rush TDs, 22 catches.

Drafted: No. 152, Round 5.

In a perfect world for the Falcons, Devonta Freeman and Ito Smith would handle the bulk of the rushing load this season. But Freeman has struggled to stay healthy, and both he and Smith lack the ideal size for short-yardage situations, which is where the 6-1, 228-pound Ollison can find a niche. It is true that, after a strong freshman season (1,121 rushing yards, 11 touchdowns), Ollison's production dipped quite a bit in 2016 (127 yards, two scores) and '17 (398 and 5). However, in fairness to him, that period coincided with fluctuations on the offensive line. Ollison did run pretty well last season, putting up 1,213 yards and 11 touchdowns (an average of 6.3 yards per carry). And the fact that he served as the primary protector on Pitt's punt team bodes well for his ability to contribute to the passing game as a blocker. Finally, he's capable of catching the ball, as well, which could make him dangerous in Dirk Koetter's offense.

ONE DARK-HORSE CANDIDATE TO CONSIDER:
Devin Singletary, Buffalo Bills
Projected stats: 255 carries, 1,050 rushing yards, 6 rush TDs, 45 catches.

Drafted: No. 74, Round 3.

The Bills have one of the most crowded backfields in the NFL, with free-agent signees Frank Gore and T.J. Yeldon joining Singletary as newcomers to a group already led by LeSean McCoy. If the status quo holds, and Singletary ends up splitting carries or even sitting on the bench for most of his rookie year, he will fall far short of those projected numbers. The fact that his role is still up in the air is why I didn't want to include him among the other five backs in this piece, who have more obvious paths to relevance. The above stats reflect what I think Singletary will do IF his preseason performance convinces the Bills to clear the depth chart, maybe by trading away McCoy or another veteran, and hand him starter-level carries. The fact that the Bills were still willing to draft Singletary in the third round after adding those players speaks to how the team must feel about his potential.

Too many movies to mention, but for TV, that Allison Williams sex scene from the HBO series "Girls" where she gets bent over the kitchen sink and the guy goes down on her from behind.
There were quite a few sex scenes on that show, this one was a surprise. jmo.


* I could watch Rollergirl Heather Graham from 'Boogie Nights' for dozens of years and never get enough of her.

Are we as good or better than last year? I think so! That being said, it's a tough projected schedule. 10/11 might be a realistic number. Tough NFC this year.....

Try watching telemundo in HD. I dont know if they do more closeups or what but some scenes the actors/actresses look like monsters with their faces changing as the camera angle changes.

Hire him direct to the staff the day he hangs 'em up.

CGI_Ram said:

so they can avoid flags for penalties that don't affect the play

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Brilliant. Always hate seeing plays wiped out due to some moron holding on the backside where it doesn't really affect anything.

I'll go with Micah Kiser. If Gaines & SJD can keep opposing O-linemen off our backers, Kiser could be a beast!

We are always near the top on this list. We don't care! Bring your best in the worst of conditions. We aim to declete your arses!!!!

Sad

I find it interesting NE has gone all these years without allowing the cameras inside.. even though it’s a mandatory media requirement..

Belicheck has stated numerous times would not allow them access, hmmmm wonder why???

Merlin said:

Which rook is that? Dude sorta looks a bit like Lars from Metallica back when he was younger.

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It's David Gilmour from Pink Floyd, the early years..... and Jake Plummer, the later years.

Florio was probably feeling insignificant. So he comes up with something people will talk about. People have been talking about it so he got what he wanted. McVay shoots it down so either Florio doubles down on his stupidity or he goes on to something else. Its funny how someone could just come up with an off the wall opinion and all of sudden it gains steam. That is what we get these days with social media and other internet outlets.

Memento said:

Call me a homer, but I'd put Reynolds ahead of Pettis, Kirk, and Lockett, given that Reynolds is proven, talented, and acquitted himself well when called upon. My six receivers:

Kittle (yeah, I'm going to count a tight end from San Fran. Kittle is just that damned good.)
Kupp (most underrated receiver in the game today)
Woods (steady, reliable, everything you want in a receiver)
Cooks (tied with Woods, and is very damned good.)
Fitzgerald (Fitz produced, and the state of the Cardinals isn't his fault. Would take him on the Rams in a heartbeat.)
Reynolds (Could probably start on more than half of the teams in the league.)

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Yea, this is a major homer response, lol. I like Reynolds & liked him a lot coming out of A&M. Wanted us to draft him, but there’s just no way you can put him above Lockett with the skill set & the career year he just had. Sadly, he’s only going to get better, too.

I think him being a WR4 will hold him back from leaping WR2s or even soon to be WR1s from other teams in the division.

I like seeing the name Proehl up there

Ram65 said:

It would be great but, he has one more big payday coming as a free agent that he will take.

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Yeah, that's what I would do if I were him. Careers are too short not to take advantage of big paydays. They set up not only the player, but their kids and likely other relatives for life.

One of my favorite Rams. JJ3 has done nothing but kick butt since he got on the field. Great tackler with a nose for the ball, I'm glad he's finally getting some ink.
Funny thing about winning, your good players who aren't household names, get the chance to become one.

for @Merlin as well as many others

Jamil Demby showing exceptional versatility, playing every O-line spot


The Los Angeles Rams’ offensive line is undergoing a minor facelift this year. Rodger Saffold left in free agency and John Sullivan had his option declined, creating holes at left guard and center. Joseph Noteboom and Brian Allen, two second-year players, are expected to step in as the replacements for those veterans, but their promotion also leaves the Rams needing backups.

They drafted Bobby Evans and David Edwards this year, and toward the end of last season, they poached Jamil Demby off the Lions’ practice squad. Demby was originally drafted by the Rams in Round 6 last year, but he was shockingly waived. Some regret must’ve set in because Los Angeles felt the need to get him back.

Now he’s become the Rams’ most versatile offensive lineman.

On Tuesday, offensive line coach Aaron Kromer said Demby is working out at every spot up front – even center.

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oldnotdead said:

Havenstein's performance only highlighted the need for improvement at RG. Playing an undersized RG is not optimizing your run attack. If the RG can't drive the 3 technique off the LOS that is a real problem on both inside zone runs and strong side zone runs. This isn't Blythe hate it's simple reality. Blythe is out of position at OG. He's a stop-gap player which is the definition of back up. To his credit he played better than could be expected in relief. It is the only position on the Oline which I am concerned about. At this point I'm very comfortable with Noteboom and Allen. I've seen no reason for concern. But watching Blythe I saw reason for concern with him as a full time starter.

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I only gave you a different opinion because of this. Blythe was a top ten guard rated by PFF. The only time he really struggled was during the Super Bowl - and that could be said of all of the offense. Could he potentially be replaced by Evans or Edwards? Sure. But I don't think it happens until after this year, where Blythe takes the money elsewhere and nets us a future comp pick.

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My Great-Great Grandfather Amos Hall went to war with the New York 9th Volunteer Cavalry, along with three brothers during the War of Rebellion (Civil War). He and his brothers participated in significant battles, including Gettysburg. Not long after Gettysburg, he was shot in the leg with a mini-ball, and it had to be amputated. He convalesced at a Civil War hospital at Central Park in New York City.

After being discharged, he made his way home and his wife opened the front door and she sent him away. After living a year down the road in a separate house, they came back together and lived on to create a large family. He was favored by the current Post Master of Randolph, New York, who stepped aside so that he could have job. Yet, it was the massive shock to his family by returning home from war without a leg. Prosthesis was very crude and limited. It would be easier to move along on crutches, I would think, than to try and walk on a fake leg. Look at fairly recent movie with Harrison Ford called the "Fugitive" where they reveal the level of technology/advancement was the stone age compared to today.

Seeing a guy being limited (by regulation against an unfair advantage) in regular competition because his fake leg gave him an advantage, is mind blowing. Watching veterans walk easily with their space age looking fake leg, is an inspiration. Long ago I pitied amputees and secretly thought that being a half a man, was a life not worth living. That was stinkin' thinkin', but was true for me. Now? I marvel at these people ambling around better than I do. I just don't know how great of a change this technology, brought about by war in the Middle East I am sure, has been. Such an increase in the quality of life, it blows me away.

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Cool story. Thanks for sharing. There has been advances but nothing on par with a real arm or leg. Amputees are greatly limited in movement. Just because some can run doesn't mean they can maneuver or do other things non amputees never give a second thought. My friend lost his leg in a motorcycle accident 20 years ago. He has had various prosthetics since, the latest a computer controlled leg that takes the step for him. It is remarkable but a poor substitute for his lost leg. He says phantom pain is the worst and has only lessened a little over the 20 years.

Technology is better than nothing for these people but advances in medicine that would allow the transplantation of a donor limb without phantom pain would be the best. It might happen in our lifetime.

gabriel18 said:

My main worry is Kupp trusting his knee enough to play 100% . I think we all found out just how important he is to Goff

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https://ramblinfan.com/2019/06/10/los-angeles-rams-cooper-kupp-updates-continue-positive/
Each Cooper Kupp update this offseason seems to be more positive for Rams
by Dan Parzych