flgreen Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 How the St. Louis Rams Could Approach the 2014 NFL Draft BY ERIK LAMBERT - JAN 10TH, 2014 AT 8:26 PM A lot of action is expected from the St. Louis Rams at the top end of the 2014 NFL draft. Here is a possible way they could go about their business. Trade #2 pick to Tampa Bay Buccaneers Rumors are running hot that the Rams would like to duplicate their actions from 2012, trading out of the #2 overall pick for a bounty of picks in later drafts. While it’s not likely they’ll get quite what they did from Washington for Robert Griffin III, they should be able to entice interest from teams. One they should keep a close eye on is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The team has a new coach in Lovie Smith who takes over a rather solid roster with few holes to fill. One of them, and it is rather glaring is defensive end. Pass rush was a problem all year for the Bucs and Smith will want that problem corrected in order to give his new defense every chance to work. That makes TampaBay favorites to move up in pursuit of South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, arguably the most talented pass rusher to come out of college in a decade. He would fits Smith’s scheme perfectly and since the Bucs don’t have many holes to fill they can afford to be aggressive if they wish. A deal would certainly garner their #7 pick, along with their second rounder and another first in 2015. Draft Jake Matthews or Greg Robinson with 7th pick The trick for St. Louis is they don’t want to venture too far down in the top ten. There are a host of quality prospects to be had who can really help their cause. Offensive line is certainly one area they need it. Once on the clock with the 7th pick, the Rams would do well to select either offensive tackle Jake Matthews or tackle Greg Robinson. Matthews is an experienced stalwart out of Texas A&M. His mechanics are polished and he has spent time on the left and right side, showcasing he has the power and the agility to play anywhere. He’s also quite durable, which is a must for a franchise left tackle. Robinson showed his stuff all year for Auburn. Despite being a sophomore he frequently dominated the best competition in college football, including mighty FloridaState in the national title game. He opens wide holes in the run game but really improved in pass protection down the stretch to the point where he was beaten very infrequently. Either would be a genuine help to keeping Sam Bradford upright in the future. Trade #13 pick to New York Jets Les Snead is all about wheeling and dealing, so nobody should expect the St. Louis Rams to stay long at the #13 pick either. A good number to keep by the phone is the New York Jets. Most mock selections of the 2014 NFL draft see the strong class of wide receivers beginning to come off the board between the #8 and #15. With the 18th pick it will take some doing for the receiver-needy Jets to get into that mix. They have 12 selections overall including two third rounders. Dealing one of them and another one or two late round choices could get them to switch places with the Rams and take a Sammy Watkins or Marqise Lee. In turn St. Louis can continue to fill out their roster with depth and talent. Draft Calvin Pryor with 18th pick The real trick with this move would be it might knock the Rams out of position to take top safety Ha’Sean Clinton-Dix out of Alabama. Safety is an area they could use an upgrade and “Ha Ha” is the obvious choice. However, he’s not the only one. Falling back to #18 may limit the shot at him, but St. Louis could still turn to Louisville standout Calvin Pryor. Rather quiet on the draft front for a time, the 6’2″ kid has caught a lot of attention lately. He has the ideal height for the position and the mentally of a hitter, something Jeff Fisher will like. His range is also good and he’s improved his instincts in coverage. Not a bad consolation prize. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenseed4 Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 I feel like if we were to trade up to the #2 spot, it would be for a QB. Not a WR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villain The Foe Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I feel like if we were to trade up to the #2 spot, it would be for a QB. Not a WR. The article isnt saying to trade up to the #2 spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenseed4 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 The article isnt saying to trade up to the #2 spot. I see that now. Reading is for nerds. 18 to 13 is an interesting idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I'm intrigued by 18 to 13. I probably need to get on a non-Watkins wagon still, unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sully80 Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Like that move up, if it could be had for our first and a third rounder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzieny Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 If he is there, I would move up to 13 and grab Denard. Our secondary is atrocious. Cro was horrific and is history. We have to get a top flight corner. The WR position is very very deep in this draft round 2-4 plus we can sign a free agent. Round 2 grab WR Jared Abbrederis http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hM4uziMvk7o This kid is FAST great hands, nice size 6'2 4. 40.... 188. 1/13/14: Abbrederis was excellent in 2013 made 78 catches for 1,081 yards with seven td's. He torched Ohio State for 10 receptions, 207 yards and a touchdown. Abbrederis is a phenomenal route-runner and is in the running as the best route-runner in the draft. (critical for success in NFL.....opposite of bust in Stephen Hill who cant run a decent route to save his life)8/3/13: Abbrederis suffered a mild concussion against Oregon State early last season, and Wisconsin really missed him when he was out. Despite terrible quarterback play, Abbrederis totaled 49 receptions for 837 yards and 5 touchdowns. In 2011 he had less receptions than No. 1 receiver Nick Toon but topped Toon in yardage. He caught 55 passes for 933 yards and 8 touchdowns. Made big plays for quarterback Russell Wilson. Abbrederis has good size with deceptive quickness. Personal: Abbrederis is a scholar athlete majoring in human ecology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SickJetFan Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 no no fkg trades ok enuff this team has more holes than my ham and swiss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozzieny Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 no no fkg trades ok enuff this team has more holes than my ham and swiss Quality not quantity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SickJetFan Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Quality not quantity that is the mantra that got us in this mess in 1st place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lupz27 Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 Quality not quantity Why can't we have both? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SickJetFan Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 Why can't we have both? what are you 6? BECAUSE YOU CANT OK! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Be_a_Jet Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I honestly would hate to trade but gosh darn it if we had a year to do it, we could here with the 2nd 3rd round pick or even the high compensatory picks I am anticipating hypothetically haha. Truth is I only want to trade up for Mike Evans..or Sammy Watkins but I think he will be gone too early. Anyone else is not worth it. We are desperate for a big target, and people see Mike Evans as a Vincent Jackson type but I actually see him as a Alshon Jeffery type but more NFL ready in his rookie year. Anyways, im not completely crazy, I would only move down to the low teens or Rams pick and would not give up the 2nd round pick, just one of the 3rd round picks. lets contemplate more on stuff that wont happen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Integrity28 Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 no no fkg trades ok enuff this team has more holes than my ham and swiss This. Quality not quantity LOL. We need both, otherwise how will we find our burner possession receiver stud. Srsly. We need way too many pieces to give up a 3rd + another later pick (as suggested by the article) to trade up 5 spots and still be in the teens and nowhere near blue-chip territory in this draft. Sit tight. Take what falls to you, or trade back. The biggest flaw in your logic is the assumption that quality can only be had higher up in the draft. I suspect you pay enough attention to the NFL to know that couldn't be further from the truth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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