My biggest roster Qs right now

[Pupped]

Rams have a pretty complete roster, it's impressive. The Rams are also in a very interesting position where they seem to be actually serving two timelines and doing a great job at it. You have to draft VERY well to make that happen... and the Rams have been the best drafting team in the NFL for a few years now.

Things I'm wondering...

-Who's the backup QB? Do they take a flyer on a rehab project? Anthony Richardson? Will Levis? Players of that ilk? Or do they keep Jimmy G? Or get a different vet?

Who's the #3 WR? I don't think any of us believe that player is on the roster. Now.. they could go a couple of ways.. look for a bargain as they did with Demarcus Robinson a couple of years back, after all it's the 3rd WR. Or.. invest with a high draft pick? (If I made this call I would be doing everything I could to trade down from 13. I think there are mulitple WRs in the 2nd who can contribute immediately).

-Who is the 3rd tackle. This is a huge question and it can be answered in a couple of ways.. they could still look for an older vet to stand in.. or draft a tackle in the first three rounds this year.

-Who is Beaux Limmer? Is he a player? Is he Bobby Evans or is he Warren McClendon.. meaning is he a guy who can really develop into a plus starter on the inside? I think Center is the single position that could be upgraded the most on this roster at this point. I may be off on that.. Ilb next to Landman could be that. But.. yeah.. is Limmer developing?

-Who will start next to Landman? Will there be competition here?


It's a remarkably small list of concerns, tbh.

But.. I do think trading back and using some of that draft capital to fortify the Oline backups this year would be really, really smart.

 

[Merlin]

I like the idea of Levis, but Tennessee would need to be willing to move him on the cheap to make him worth it. I expect they're going to go with Bennett for 2026. And I think in round 5ish they're going to draft their QB2ofthefuture, and then take a shot on QB1 in the 2027 draft.

I think WR3 will be drafted this year. If not then Smith is the player most likely to step up, but I would hope there's competition from Whit & Mump. But that is one role where the Rams can actually get direct year one contribution that affects the outcome of games, by drafting it.

OT3 is indeed a big question. Probably another drafted role. But if not then it's probably Quessenberry. Unless Arcuri magically has begun to finally figure out what he's doing.

Limmer I figure will get squeezed off this roster this year in cuts. Feels like he never recovered from that playoff performance and it's a shame but we probably see a couple OL coming in this draft plus maybe a hard look on the interior in the UDFA haul.

I'd like a CB2 type in the draft who can sub in if either starter misses time, or when McDuffie travels to the slot for specific matchups.

4/5 of our starting OL for this season are FAs. The one who is under contract has a history of blood clots. So yes OL is probably the top need group depending on who they plan on signing.

 

[Ramstien]

I feel like early in this draft the Rams will use picks to add to their offense, the defense was addressed in free agency. The Rams could add another ILBer in the middle rounds.

 

[dang]

Pinch List:
-WR2B (Adams is on a pitch count)
-OT3
-QB2 (Jimmy G?)
-CB3/CB5 (Forbes as CB4)
-DE1B (Meat for run defense to augment Fiske)
-LB1B (pass coverage when 2 LBs are in)
Lock and load.

 

[duanevalle22]

The only questions I have:

1. When are the Rams going to resign JimmyG.
2. What WR is going to be taken as our 13th pick.

After that whatever happens................ happens.

 

[Karate61]

This post will most likely show I'm overthinking "everything". Since everyone now "thinks" Lemon is a nut case, he may fall to 13. But, he may continue to fall further if the Rams don't pick him. Knowing that, the Rams trade back to 1st-round, maybe 21st or 22nd or so and pick up an extra pick. Then, draft Lemon with the traded pick, and snag Rodriguez (ILB) with the extra pick recieved from the trade down. And, wham...Rams get Lemon and Rodriguez out of their one 13th pick!

 

[WestCoastRam]

This post will most likely show I'm overthinking "everything". Since everyone now "thinks" Lemon is a nut case, he may fall to 13. But, he may continue to fall further if the Rams don't pick him. Knowing that, the Rams trade back to 1st-round, maybe 21st or 22nd or so and pick up an extra pick. Then, draft Lemon with the traded pick, and snag Rodriguez (ILB) with the extra pick recieved from the trade down. And, wham...Rams get Lemon and Rodriguez out of their one 13th pick!

Look, I like Lemon but take "the interviews" concerns out. He's about the 13th pick. Definitely a teens guy.

Tates maybe the only top 10 guy here and in another class, no.

Trading down - even at a slight discount - is probably still my number one choice in this draft in the 1st.

 

[Pupped]

This post will most likely show I'm overthinking "everything". Since everyone now "thinks" Lemon is a nut case, he may fall to 13. But, he may continue to fall further if the Rams don't pick him. Knowing that, the Rams trade back to 1st-round, maybe 21st or 22nd or so and pick up an extra pick. Then, draft Lemon with the traded pick, and snag Rodriguez (ILB) with the extra pick recieved from the trade down. And, wham...Rams get Lemon and Rodriguez out of their one 13th pick!

I think Lemon is a hell of a football player and will be excellent in the NFL. Full stop.

I just don't know that he's the type of WR I want to add to a room with Puka... and I'm nervous about spending a pick that high on a WR who's not big and not a burner. I feel like you find guys like him later in the draft.. I mean.. look at Amon Ra, Puka and even Kupp.

I wouldn't complain if they drafted him, because I think he's a baller. I just don't know if I believe he'd be worth the #13 pick value.

 

[Pupped]

I like the idea of Levis, but Tennessee would need to be willing to move him on the cheap to make him worth it. I expect they're going to go with Bennett for 2026. And I think in round 5ish they're going to draft their QB2ofthefuture, and then take a shot on QB1 in the 2027 draft.

I think WR3 will be drafted this year. If not then Smith is the player most likely to step up, but I would hope there's competition from Whit & Mump. But that is one role where the Rams can actually get direct year one contribution that affects the outcome of games, by drafting it.

OT3 is indeed a big question. Probably another drafted role. But if not then it's probably Quessenberry. Unless Arcuri magically has begun to finally figure out what he's doing.

Limmer I figure will get squeezed off this roster this year in cuts. Feels like he never recovered from that playoff performance and it's a shame but we probably see a couple OL coming in this draft plus maybe a hard look on the interior in the UDFA haul.

I'd like a CB2 type in the draft who can sub in if either starter misses time, or when McDuffie travels to the slot for specific matchups.

4/5 of our starting OL for this season are FAs. The one who is under contract has a history of blood clots. So yes OL is probably the top need group depending on who they plan on signing.

Titans signed Trubisky and I've read they're shopping Levis for a day three. Now, I like the *idea* of Levis... but I'm not saying he's the answer for sure. I just don't know. But I like the idea of a young athlete with a big arm who's started games and then had to step back for a year. Could be a good fit.

I agree on Smith. He can function like a bargain Brandin Cooks.. he showed real growth last year and I'm a fan of him as a WR. But I wouldn't have him on kicks/punts anymore.

If they don't draft an OT 3... I think there will still be a later signing there, kinda like Humphries last year. Q's contract is so small that I think he's more of a convenience signing than anything else. Need to have x amount of functional lineman through camp etc. They need to add youth, but I don't think it's too wise to bring in too many rookies for depth roles on the line. 2 at most, imo.

Yeah.. I have no idea with Limmer. Schroedinger's lineman.. not sure if he's good or bad. He's got great traits, outside of the short arms.

Agree on another CB.

 

[DzRams]

I wouldn't complain if they drafted him, because I think he's a baller. I just don't know if I believe he'd be worth the #13 pick value.

I agree with you, but that's what I dislike about this draft class. I don't see a player projected to be there at 13 that I feel is worth #13 pick value. Except Tyson whose injury history has me skittish.

 

[Merlin]

Titans signed Trubisky and I've read they're shopping Levis for a day three. Now, I like the *idea* of Levis... but I'm not saying he's the answer for sure. I just don't know.

Yes there is no telling. He's probably not going to every outgrow his hero tendencies. The dude acts like every play is the final moment of the Super Bowl. It's ridiculous. When he's about to get sacked instead of throwing it away he hero balls his ass off.

But if we knew for sure he's the answer he'd cost a ton. The value is simply in taking a shot for cheap. Levis is a better athlete and prospect than most of the QBs in this draft, he is just probably too stupid to play at this level at the position but we'll see.

 

[fearsomefour]

This post will most likely show I'm overthinking "everything". Since everyone now "thinks" Lemon is a nut case, he may fall to 13. But, he may continue to fall further if the Rams don't pick him. Knowing that, the Rams trade back to 1st-round, maybe 21st or 22nd or so and pick up an extra pick. Then, draft Lemon with the traded pick, and snag Rodriguez (ILB) with the extra pick recieved from the trade down. And, wham...Rams get Lemon and Rodriguez out of their one 13th pick!

Ive thought about this as well.
If the Rams have determined they want to take a WR in the first round and there are a couple of guys they like still at 13 I could see them trading down a few spots and rolling the dice.

 

[fearsomefour]

Yes there is no telling. He's probably not going to every outgrow his hero tendencies. The dude acts like every play is the final moment of the Super Bowl. It's ridiculous. When he's about to get sacked instead of throwing it away he hero balls his ass off.

But if we knew for sure he's the answer he'd cost a ton. The value is simply in taking a shot for cheap. Levis is a better athlete and prospect than most of the QBs in this draft, he is just probably too stupid to play at this level at the position but we'll see.

That is a lesson a lot of young QBs, especially players used to getting by on crazy talent, struggle with.
Sometimes take a 5 yard check down is an excellent play.

 

[Loyal]

Look, I like Lemon but take "the interviews" concerns out. He's about the 13th pick. Definitely a teens guy.

Tates maybe the only top 10 guy here and in another class, no.

Trading down - even at a slight discount - is probably still my number one choice in this draft in the 1st.

Premium pick hater!!!

 

[fearsomefour]

Im drafting WR with that 13th pic, unless all the guys I would want are gone.
2nd round Im going CB. The Rams are thin, although massively improved, at CB. I would end up drafting two CBs this draft. One with the 2nd round pick and one later on.
The mid round picks Im looking for OL depth, all spots esp C and T, ILB.

 

[Memento]

This post will most likely show I'm overthinking "everything". Since everyone now "thinks" Lemon is a nut case, he may fall to 13. But, he may continue to fall further if the Rams don't pick him. Knowing that, the Rams trade back to 1st-round, maybe 21st or 22nd or so and pick up an extra pick. Then, draft Lemon with the traded pick, and snag Rodriguez (ILB) with the extra pick recieved from the trade down. And, wham...Rams get Lemon and Rodriguez out of their one 13th pick!

Nobody - including me, and you can look at all of my posts on the subject - said he'd fall because of it. McShay even said it was unlikely that he'd fall because of poor interviews because - in his words - "50% of receivers are weird". It's just that four teams have taken him off of their boards according to multiple scouts, and we don't know which ones they are. Someone will take him early, possibly even before #13; it only takes one team.

I really am getting tired of people sniping at me and cherrypicking my words in multiple threads just because I gave out information (i.e., was absolutely nothing more than a messenger) that's there to be looked at and discerned by everyone here for free. You'll notice that nothing I said was a lie or a half-truth; just passing on what others have said, to the exact quotes. Hell, if we draft Lemon at #13, I won't complain because I know McSnead would've done the research on every part of that pick.

I will ask you all politely: please stop. I don't do that to any of you, so I'd appreciate you not doing it to me, or - at the very least - keep it to the thread it started in. Thank you in advance.

 

[WestCoastRam]

Nobody - including me, and you can look at all of my posts on the subject - said he'd fall because of it. McShay even said it was unlikely that he'd fall because of poor interviews because - in his words - "50% of receivers are weird". It's just that four teams have taken him off of their boards according to multiple scouts, and we don't know which ones they are. Someone will take him early, possibly even before #13; it only takes one team.

Okay but you're stating that four teams have taken him off their board authoritatively here. And where are you getting the info, from some dude named Robinson L. Whittmore who made that quote about four teams.

This person is not an established draft analyst. I've never heard from him before this year. He's got 2k followers on Twitter and nothing to credential him to anything remotely legit. Reports that he's friends with scouts - seemingly with every team, has a buddy, knows Kliff Kingsbury, "a guy just told him."

Maybe you're being the messenger, maybe you're being taken for a ride, but your words read like bad faith.

 

[Karate61]

Nobody - including me, and you can look at all of my posts on the subject - said he'd fall because of it. McShay even said it was unlikely that he'd fall because of poor interviews because - in his words - "50% of receivers are weird". It's just that four teams have taken him off of their boards according to multiple scouts, and we don't know which ones they are. Someone will take him early, possibly even before #13; it only takes one team.

I really am getting tired of people sniping at me and cherrypicking my words in multiple threads just because I gave out information (i.e., was absolutely nothing more than a messenger) that's there to be looked at and discerned by everyone here for free. You'll notice that nothing I said was a lie or a half-truth; just passing on what others have said, to the exact quotes. Hell, if we draft Lemon at #13, I won't complain because I know McSnead would've done the research on every part of that pick.

I will ask you all politely: please stop. I don't do that to any of you, so I'd appreciate you not doing it to me, or - at the very least - keep it to the thread it started in. Thank you in advance.

Sorry...when I wrote "everyone now "thinks" Lemon is a nut case" I didn't mean everyone in Rod. I didn't mean "ANYONE' in ROD. I meant all the talking heads...the press, etc. I should have been more clear on that!

 

[Memento]

Okay but you're stating that four teams have taken him off their board authoritatively here. And where are you getting the info, from some dude named Robinson L. Whittmore who made that quote about four teams.

This person is not an established draft analyst. I've never heard from him before this year. He's got 2k followers on Twitter and nothing to credential him to anything remotely legit. Reports that he's friends with scouts - seemingly with every team, has a buddy, knows Kliff Kingsbury, "a guy just told him."

Maybe you're being the messenger, maybe you're being taken for a ride, but your words read like bad faith.

It's not just Wittmore. If it was just Wittmore speaking about the scouts from four teams that have taken him off the board, I'd question him, too. Breiden Fehoko, a former NFL player, also said the same thing: that Lemon bombed his in-person interviews at the Combine, seemingly purposely tanking his stock, and that he - quote, "questioned the guidance Lemon received" - end quote. Even Todd McShay acknowledged it, whilst saying it shouldn't affect his draft stock because again - quote, "Fifty percent of receivers are weird", end quote.

As for what Wittmore is saying now, is that the talent is undeniable, the Rams are really interested, and that Lemon has been on a "personality rehab tour". What I got could've very well been misinformation, but I could only go on what was reported, and I saw more than one person saying these things about this particular prospect.

Again, for yet another time, I am literally nothing more than the messenger who saw multiple people say things about Lemon the prospect, what risks there were or were not, and I still said that if he were taken by the Rams, if this isn't a smokescreen, I'd trust their scouting department and player development over anyone else because I know they'll have done their homework.

All I did was give information without expecting anything in return. I don't believe I deserve to be shit on in multiple threads for that.

 

[Coliseum Ram]

Im drafting WR with that 13th pic, unless all the guys I would want are gone.
2nd round Im going CB. The Rams are thin, although massively improved, at CB. I would end up drafting two CBs this draft. One with the 2nd round pick and one later on.
The mid round picks Im looking for OL depth, all spots esp C and T, ILB.

I'm in FULL agreement that that 13th pick just about HAS TO be spent at Wide Receiver. Just about.