“font-family: Verdana; font-size: 9pt;”>Now, that the Senior Bowl has concluded over the past weekend, we can now start talking about the upcoming NFL draft.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>This is the part of the NFL off-season that gets you a little fix before the big kickoff eight months from now. The countdown clock to draft day has already been ticking. But, who really notices during the regular season? And who really notices during the playoffs?
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>I know that I’m not alone. Because, this off-season can be one of the most pivotal ones in St. Louis Rams history. As we inch closer to draft day, anything can happen. Most fans flock to message boards and play fantasy general manager, and there is nothing wrong with that. Just do not get mad when you suggest the drafting of USC tackle Matt Khalil is wisest choice at No. 2 for the Rams and other message board general managers mock your moves with expletives.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>Some of the paid draft pundits believe that Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III will fall in the lap of the Cleveland Browns at No. 4.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>And there is already some hype flying around saying free agent quarterback Matt Flynn could wind up in Cleveland and be their starting quarterback. Then, the Browns would select Oklahoma State wide receiver Justin Blackmon.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>But, this is just another scenario. Matt Flynn’s former offensive coordinator Mike Philbin is now the head coach in Miami. So it would kind of make sense for Flynn to go there and remain in the same system as he been in Green Bay.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>That’s just one scenario of maybe a thousand. The Rams are still fine and are in a win-win situation. And if by chance they select Justin Blackmon, there are more playmakers left to add to the roster.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>Running back Doug Martin (Boise State) has no wasted motion. He doesn’t dance in the backfield. If he see’s daylight he will take off. Martin is also elusive in the open field and can pass block pretty well.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>Wide receiver Brian Quick (Appalachian State) is listed at 6’3 and 211 pounds. He can get you yards after the catch. He can get up and get the ball. He can catch the ball in traffic and you can trust his hands and his speed.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>Linebacker Vontaze Burfict (ASU) is a destroyer. If he’s there at top of second round, take him. He’s like Ray Lewis, Patrick Willis, and a healthy Shawne Merriman all in one. His hands are like velcro if he touches you, it’s a tackle or a suplex on the turf. Playmakers like these will help make up for games played overseas.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>Translation: January football in St.Louis.
“font-size: 9.0pt; font-family: Verdana;”>For more Rams talk tune into Moses Keeping It 100 on Iwatchradio.com or Talk Sports With Kontrolled Khaos on Facebook.
