For those who think cut WRs will make practice squad

[GoodBadUgly]

I say nay.

Living up here in Seattle I hear daily of their dilemma at WR. I think any of our potential WR cuts are better than the Seadawg's WR2.

I think we'd have to live with losing whomever we trim at WR.

 

[dang]

I say nay.

Living up here in Seattle I hear daily of their dilemma at WR. I think any of our potential WR cuts are better than the Seadawg's WR2.

I think we'd have to live with losing whomever we trim at WR.

Agreed. so I would like for us to keep 2 of the following: Thomas/Hodge/Webster

 

[ReekofRams]

With Hodge, Natson, Thomas, and Webster all being possible cuts, they are also all probable pick ups.

 

[PhillyRam]

Cardinals and Niners get first crack on the waiver wire. A Guy like Hodge, who has proven himself, and knows our offense inside and out, is a great pick up for an NFC West rival

 

[XXXIVwin]

On the broadcast last nite, I think Snead was holding up a huge “For Sale” sign for K Hodge.

Snead said, “Hodge has played great twice against the Texans, they could be a team who would take him off waivers.”

Translation: “Make me an offer or you’re going to lose Hodge to another team ahead of you on the waiver wire.”

Snead also joked:” We’d trade Hodge for Clowney.”

Translation: “Did I mention we’re open to offers for Hodge?”

Here’s hoping Snead can get a 6th or 7th for Hodge before tomorrow.

 

[Farr Be It]

Honestly, I hope/think we keep Hodge and go 7 deep to keep him out of the NFC west.

The Niners are happy with their top 4-5, including 2 rookies. I’d hate to see them snag Hodge out of spite and bury him as #6 on their depth chart.

Actually, he would probably become their #3-4 and see time.

 

[oldnotdead]

It goes back to what I've been saying, why cut guys that will play against you in the division? It's why only one WR was cut today. As far as Natson is concerned he's the one who probably would clear waivers. Multiple fumbles last year in regular season games and another in preseason would give me pause. He's undersized and doesn't run particularly good routes. He's fast that's all he is. He's not as agile as you would think with a guy his height which I find surprising. Webster is far better in all respects.

What it comes down to IMO is whether the Rams want to keep Thomas who in my opinion, is the #7 WR on the team. Between Thomas, Webster, and Hodge it's no contest that Mike is the odd man out. I can live with Thomas being cut. He basically only runs midlevel and deep routes because he's a long strider. He's fast but he's no burner. That's why Thomas disappears during regular season play. Besides, they already have that tall deep threat in Josh Reynolds.

The reason I like Hodge over Thomas is that he's a possession receiver of the kind that can move the chains. Thomas isn't going to command double coverage because he doesn't have that kind of speed. We saw how this team missed Kupp, and it's because he's the team's possession receiver. Hodge can be that backup for Kupp they didn't have. I can see the growth in Hodge's game this preseason. IMO he's made that second year step up in his play.

Bottom line is I wouldn't be sad if they released Jojo and kept Hodge, Webster and Thomas. They can make room for Thomas by simply cutting Mundt. Who would you rather have another WR or a TE that never plays?

 

[Ram65]

While I like Hodge and Webster the Rams have to make hard choices. We don't know how other teams value these and others that the Rams may cut. He won't get much if any playing time with the Rams. I would think Hodge is on the radar for some WR needy teams. That's what happens when a team is a yearly contender.

 

[VegasRam]

I honestly don’t know why Thomas is even in the discussion. He dropped his first pass in preseason, right in his hands. Hope he gets dealt.

Hodge is a gamer, and Webster has kind of an it factor thing going for him imo.
Have nothing against Natson, and think the fumbleitus moniker is bullshit. He’s muffed 2 punts, and one this preseason, but think Webster’s the better choice.
Have I said I don’t like Thomas? - never did and never will.

 

[shovelpass]

I honestly don’t know why Thomas is even in the discussion. He dropped his first pass in preseason, right in his hands. Hope he gets dealt.

Thomas caught his first pass in preseason, maybe you're thinking of Mundt, or Hodge, or Natson. Here's the play by play of the first preseason drive.


https://www.espn.com/nfl/playbyplay?gameId=401129055
(14:56 - 1st) A.Cole kicks 66 yards from OAK 35 to LA -1. A.Proehl MUFFS catch, and recovers at LA 1. A.Proehl to LA 16 for 15 yards (N.Lawson; J.Cowser). Penalty on LA, Illegal Formation, declined.

• 1st & 10 at LAR 16
  (14:48 - 1st) J.Kelly up the middle to LA 18 for 2 yards (M.Crosby, J.Cabinda).
• 2nd & 8 at LAR 18
  (14:18 - 1st) B.Bortles pass incomplete deep right to K.Hodge. Penalty on LA, Illegal Formation, declined.
• 3rd & 8 at LAR 18
  (14:11 - 1st) (Shotgun) B.Bortles pass short left to M.Thomas to LA 30 for 12 yards (J.Abram, N.Lawson). OAK-I.Johnson was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
• 1st & 10 at LAR 30
  (13:49 - 1st) J.Kelly right tackle to LA 39 for 9 yards (M.Crosby).
• 2nd & 1 at LAR 39
  (13:11 - 1st) B.Bortles scrambles right end ran ob at LA 42 for 3 yards (J.Cabinda).
• 1st & 10 at LAR 42
  (12:50 - 1st) J.Kelly left tackle to LA 44 for 2 yards (D.Mabin). PENALTY on LA-K.Blanton, Offensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at LA 42 - No Play.
• 1st & 20 at LAR 32
  (12:23 - 1st) B.Bortles pass incomplete short middle to J.Mundt.
• 2nd & 20 at LAR 32
  (12:19 - 1st) (Shotgun) D.Henderson right guard to LA 39 for 7 yards (M.Lee).
• 3rd & 13 at LAR 39
  (11:42 - 1st) (Shotgun) B.Bortles pass incomplete short left to J.Natson.
• 4th & 13 at LAR 39
  (11:33 - 1st) J.Hekker punts 46 yards to OAK 15, Center-J.McQuaide, fair catch by D.Pierson-El. PENALTY on LA-K.Peterson, Fair Catch Interference, 15 yards, enforced at OAK 15.

 

[PhillyRam]

It goes back to what I've been saying, why cut guys that will play against you in the division? It's why only one WR was cut today. As far as Natson is concerned he's the one who probably would clear waivers. Multiple fumbles last year in regular season games and another in preseason would give me pause. He's undersized and doesn't run particularly good routes. He's fast that's all he is. He's not as agile as you would think with a guy his height which I find surprising. Webster is far better in all respects.

What it comes down to IMO is whether the Rams want to keep Thomas who in my opinion, is the #7 WR on the team. Between Thomas, Webster, and Hodge it's no contest that Mike is the odd man out. I can live with Thomas being cut. He basically only runs midlevel and deep routes because he's a long strider. He's fast but he's no burner. That's why Thomas disappears during regular season play. Besides, they already have that tall deep threat in Josh Reynolds.

The reason I like Hodge over Thomas is that he's a possession receiver of the kind that can move the chains. Thomas isn't going to command double coverage because he doesn't have that kind of speed. We saw how this team missed Kupp, and it's because he's the team's possession receiver. Hodge can be that backup for Kupp they didn't have. I can see the growth in Hodge's game this preseason. IMO he's made that second year step up in his play.

Bottom line is I wouldn't be sad if they released Jojo and kept Hodge, Webster and Thomas. They can make room for Thomas by simply cutting Mundt. Who would you rather have another WR or a TE that never plays?

And they only control Thomas for o e more yr... Now maybe they feel he will get overpaid in FA by simply being a Ram WR. Thus he will help on the comp pick formula.

Regardless, Hodge has 3 more yrs of team control until he hits UFA.

 

[ramfan46]

Thomas' main value is on ST. He is an amazing gunner in Punt coverage. You have to see his releases in person to understand how good he is. He's a very good blocker on returns as well. Go back and watch Pharoh Cooper's TD return against the Jags.
Also nice to have his deep threat capability. He's a different threat compared to Cooks. Thomas has some sneaky length to him. It's easy to forget he's 6'1 with some long arms. Give him more snaps and we'll see that highlight reel catch that we all know he can make.

 

[shovelpass]

And they only control Thomas for o e more yr... Now maybe they feel he will get overpaid in FA by simply being a Ram WR. Thus he will help on the comp pick formula.

Regardless, Hodge has 3 more yrs of team control until he hits UFA.

Actually Hodge is also under contract for only this year. He was an UDFA, which is only a 3 year contract but he was cut last season, signed to the PS, then eventually signed to the active roster. He signed a ERFA 1 year contract back in March. I guess being cut voids his previous contract.


https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/los-angeles-rams/khadarel-hodge-27755/

 

[12intheBox]

Every year we overinflate the value of our guys. Will one or two of our cuts get plucked? Sure - maybe. Is every GM just anxiously waiting for the Rams to announce their cuts so the 2019 draft part 2 can begin? No.

Our roster is better than ever - so the cuts are hard - but our cuts aren’t going to become week 3 starters on other teams.

 

[PhillyRam]

Actually Hodge is also under contract for only this year. He was an UDFA, which is only a 3 year contract but he was cut last season, signed to the PS, then eventually signed to the active roster. He signed a ERFA 1 year contract back in March. I guess being cut voids his previous contract.


https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/los-angeles-rams/khadarel-hodge-27755/

He will still be restricted though as an ERFA. (Exclusive Rights FA). He will not be an UFA.

So he can't negotiate with other teams... Thus he is still under the Rams control.

 

[shovelpass]

He will still be restricted though as an ERFA. (Exclusive Rights FA). He will not be an UFA.

So he can't negotiate with other teams... Thus he is still under the Rams control.

To some extent, if they don't come to terms he's a UFA. Either way it's still only 1 year.

 

[kurtfaulk]

Thomas caught his first pass in preseason, maybe you're thinking of Mundt, or Hodge, or Natson. Here's the play by play of the first preseason drive.


https://www.espn.com/nfl/playbyplay?gameId=401129055
(14:56 - 1st) A.Cole kicks 66 yards from OAK 35 to LA -1. A.Proehl MUFFS catch, and recovers at LA 1. A.Proehl to LA 16 for 15 yards (N.Lawson; J.Cowser). Penalty on LA, Illegal Formation, declined.

• 1st & 10 at LAR 16
  (14:48 - 1st) J.Kelly up the middle to LA 18 for 2 yards (M.Crosby, J.Cabinda).
• 2nd & 8 at LAR 18
  (14:18 - 1st) B.Bortles pass incomplete deep right to K.Hodge. Penalty on LA, Illegal Formation, declined.
• 3rd & 8 at LAR 18
  (14:11 - 1st) (Shotgun) B.Bortles pass short left to M.Thomas to LA 30 for 12 yards (J.Abram, N.Lawson). OAK-I.Johnson was injured during the play. His return is Questionable.
• 1st & 10 at LAR 30
  (13:49 - 1st) J.Kelly right tackle to LA 39 for 9 yards (M.Crosby).
• 2nd & 1 at LAR 39
  (13:11 - 1st) B.Bortles scrambles right end ran ob at LA 42 for 3 yards (J.Cabinda).
• 1st & 10 at LAR 42
  (12:50 - 1st) J.Kelly left tackle to LA 44 for 2 yards (D.Mabin). PENALTY on LA-K.Blanton, Offensive Holding, 10 yards, enforced at LA 42 - No Play.
• 1st & 20 at LAR 32
  (12:23 - 1st) B.Bortles pass incomplete short middle to J.Mundt.
• 2nd & 20 at LAR 32
  (12:19 - 1st) (Shotgun) D.Henderson right guard to LA 39 for 7 yards (M.Lee).
• 3rd & 13 at LAR 39
  (11:42 - 1st) (Shotgun) B.Bortles pass incomplete short left to J.Natson.
• 4th & 13 at LAR 39
  (11:33 - 1st) J.Hekker punts 46 yards to OAK 15, Center-J.McQuaide, fair catch by D.Pierson-El. PENALTY on LA-K.Peterson, Fair Catch Interference, 15 yards, enforced at OAK 15.

He probably means the first attempt against the cowboys. Doesn't matter that he caught the next three in a row.

Some people have their biases and that's that, their minds can't be changed.

.

 

[PhillyRam]

To some extent, if they don't come to terms he's a UFA. Either way it's still only 1 year, not 3.

Thomas will be a UFA.. Hodge will be restricted for the next 3 yrs. It's a huge difference.

 

[shovelpass]

Thomas will be a UFA.. Hodge will be restricted for the next 3 yrs. It's a huge difference.

It would only be for 1 season, where are you getting 3 from?


http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap30...gency-glossary-all-the-terms-you-need-to-know

Exclusive rights free agent (ERFA): Any player with fewer than three accrued seasons and an expired contract. If his original team offers him a one-year contract and the league minimum (based on his credited seasons), the player cannot negotiate with other teams.