Rams Acquire #1 Pick

[LongtimeRamsFan42]

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The Titans brass are probably reading that and laughing their asses off right now...

 

[ANGELAKERAMS]

The only possible explanation is you know at best you're going to be 7-9 with Keenum. So I guess they just said fuk it we have to take a chance. That's the only thing I can think of. They would've been better off picking a starter at 15 and trading back up into the first round to get Paxton Lynch. Wth?

they won't be any better with the new QB when he still has no weapons to throw to

 

[Battlelyon]

What the hell, we haven't had a winning season in thirteen years, we have a risk some time.

 

[LongtimeRamsFan42]

I get it now.

Fisher is anticipating getting fired after this season, so he set his former team up with draft capital in hopes he can go back there and reap the benefits of fleecing his former team for his new team

Either that or he's trying to buy more years by claiming he needs time to develop his new QB...

 

[RP-29]

I don't mean to rub salt in your wounds Rams fans, but the Rams probably could've traded a single 2nd round pick this year and a pick next year to the Packers for Brett Hundley - the UCLA product that was drafted by the Packers in the 5th round last year. Hundley had the highest QB Rating of EVERY QB in the NFL in the preseason last year as a rookie and has already completed a year in the pros - learning under AARON RODGERS. His total cap hit is only $0.58M, too.

 

[RamCub]

Paxton Lynch must suck!!!

 

[27mtrcougar]

This is the exact kind of draft where it will be getting lucky since there are no real clear cut top players...It's mind boggling...

Well Tunsil or Ramsey are certainly worthy of the #1 pick. but unfortunately the Rams are not trading up for them.

 

[LongtimeRamsFan42]

I don't mean to rub salt in your wounds Rams fans, but the Rams probably could've traded a single 2nd round pick this year and a pick next year to the Packers for Brett Hundley - the UCLA product that was drafted by the Packers in the 5th round last year. Hundley had the highest QB Rating of EVERY QB in the NFL in the preseason last year as a rookie and has already completed a year in the pros - learning under AARON RODGERS. His total cap hit is only $0.58M, too.

Many of us here wanted to Draft Hundley last year instead of Mannion...

 

[Battlelyon]

RAMS EARN B, TITANS A+ IN TRADE FOR NO. 1-OVERALL PICK
STEVE PALAZZOLO2 HOURS AGO

Blockbuster! Draft season is heating up as all of the rumors about the Tennessee Titans trading back have actually come true, and even more stunning is the move back to No. 15 overall.

Of course, Cris Collinsworth already predicted this move four weeks ago, but to see it all come to fruition has thrown a massive wrench into all draft predictions. Let’s size it up:

Titans Receive:
2016 1st round (15 overall)
2016 2nd round (43 overall)
2016 2nd round (45 overall)
2016 3rd round (76 overall)
2017 1st round
2017 3rd round

Rams Receive:
2016 1st round (1 overall)
2016 4th round (113 overall)
2016 6th round (177 overall)

Titans grade: A+
Any time you can move back and accumulate assets, I’m all for it. Especially given Tennessee’s situation as they already have their quarterback in Marcus Mariota and they’ve stocked up on picks in the 40-80 range in a draft that has a lot of depth in the first 80 or so players. Then tack on next year’s first round pick, and Tennessee is in prime position to add a lot of talent to their roster and build around their franchise quarterback the next few years.

Rams grade: B
Is this a good, necessary move for the Rams? Yes, it is. But they have to understand the inherent risk that comes with giving up so many assets for their franchise quarterback. The best NFL teams can often point to their last two to four drafts to show the source of their talent, so giving up a large number of picks immediately makes the Rams a prime candidate to have a more depleted roster three to four years down the road. As long as that’s understood, and patience is adhered to, this move is still a win for them, assuming the pick a good quarterback. Which brings us to…

Who should the Rams pick?
Jared Goff. He’s the best quarterback in the draft, makes every throw, handles pressure and he has the best pocket presence. While he doesn’t possess a cannon for an arm, it doesn’t really matter as he can throw with anticipation, work through reads, and he simply does things that the best quarterbacks in the league all have as common traits. While I understand the love for Carson Wentz — and his skillset is very appealing — he is lacking in some of the areas in which Goff already excels. It’s risky to bank on Wentz’s improvement in key areas that are necessary for success at the next level.

More: How Jared Goff dominated every route depth in 2015]

Who the Rams will pick
Carson Wentz. As much as we love Goff, the Rams likely made this move in order to get the quarterback with the most upside, one they can mold in their rebuilding process, and the one the coaches feel is going to be more of a “grand-slam” pick rather than just a home run. I can easily see a team falling in love with Wentz’s size, arm strength, and off-field resume, and with such a franchise-changing move, the Rams are likely looking at the quarterback they feel will be the best down the road — and all signs are pointing to that being Wentz.

 

[LongtimeRamsFan42]

Well Tunsil or Ramsey are certainly worthy of the #1 pick. but unfortunately the Rams are not trading up for them.

True, I would LOVE to have Ramsey on our D.... Tunsil I'm still not sold on

 

[ANGELAKERAMS]

Well Tunsil or Ramsey are certainly worthy of the #1 pick. but unfortunately the Rams are not trading up for them.

nope

you don't give up the farm for those type of players.

 

[Battlelyon]

 

[27mtrcougar]

they won't be any better with the new QB when he still has no weapons to throw to

You forget the Rams coaching staff excels at developing players. especially young quarterbacks and getting the best out of them. Oh wait....

 

[LongtimeRamsFan42]

If the Rams actually like Goff here, why not call up Cleveland and say you're taking Wentz? If they want him, we're willing to swap... Try to recover some picks maybe?

 

[Red_Chaos]

Redskins fans already making fun of us..

 

[UVA_Guy81]

Redskins fans already making fun of us..

I think the front office got into Johnny Manziel's liquor cabinet when they thought that this was a good trade. That or they raided a medical marijuana compound and smoked up quite a bit before offering up what they did to the Titans.

 

[Battlelyon]

 

[Battlelyon]

Published: April 14, 2016 at 12:38 p.m.
Winners and Losers from Rams trade

Gregg Rosenthal
Around The NFL Editor
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Two weeks before the 2016 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Rams have already made its biggest move. The Rams' bold trade up to the No. 1 overall pick on Thursday morning will give L.A. a new face of the franchise.

While we wait to find out who exactly that turns out to be, let's break down some winners and losers from Thursday's massive deal.

Winners

Les Snead and Jeff Fisher: Sure, the Rams gave up a lot. It added up to two first round picks, two second round picks, and two third round picks. And it will all be worth it if the Rams finally find a true starting quarterback. Snead and especially Fisher were working on borrowed time in Los Angeles. Fisher was the first coach since Dave Shula with the 1996 Bengals to get a fifth season as a head coach following four straight losing years.

The Rams are under pressure to win now despite just moving across the country and being stuck in the NFC West with two of the best teams in the NFL. Drafting Carson Wentz (or Jared Goff) No. 1 overall could buy Snead and Fisher time. If the rookie quarterback looks promising in year one, the Rams are going to err on the side of continuity even if they pull off yet another 7-9 record.

The Rams' ticket office: Todd Gurley and Aaron Donald are great young players. But nothing will help sell excitement and give the Rams' new fan base in Los Angeles hope more than a No. 1 overall pick at quarterback. It was always slightly preposterous to imagine Case Keenum as the Week 1 starting quarterback of any team, much less a team just moving to Los Angeles.

Kobe Bryant: NFL Media's Michael Silver reported that the terms to this deal was agreed to on Wednesday. But Rams coach Jeff Fisher knew that Wednesday night was officially Mamba Day in Los Angeles, so the team held off on announcing the deal until Thursday. That's some next level new neighbor stuff.

Titans general manager Jon Robinson: Yes, both general managers can be winners in a deal this big. Tennessee certainly has the safer side of the trade. Robinson picked up an extra first round pick next year, two second round picks, and two third round picks. The Titans have their franchise quarterback in Marcus Mariota. They have a capable left tackle in Taylor Lewan. They are much better off rebuilding their thin depth chart with a bounty of picks.

The NFL Draft is inherently impossible. A good success rate is hitting on half your picks. This allows Robinson more swings at the plate and he will be able to find more Pro Bowlers this way than just relying on a No. 1 overall pick.

Marcus Mariota: This trade almost makes up for the underwhelming reality that the Titans kept Mike Mularkey to guide the beginning of Mariota's career.

Carson Wentz and Jared Goff

It would be stunning if the Rams don't take a quarterback No. 1 overall. Wentz is the odds-on favorite, although the Rams could also take Jared Goff. Whoever gets drafted will make more money as the No. 1 overall pick. More importantly, they will be in a far better position for success buoyed by the excellent Rams defense.

The Browns remain strong candidates to take a quarterback at No. 2. No matter what quarterback goes first, the second quarterback should come off the board faster now. It would be a surprise if the second quarterback gets past the No. 4 overall pick.

Hard Knocks

It's not like NFL Films needed more storylines with the Rams moving to Los Angeles. But adding the No. 1 overall pick, especially if it's a great story like Wentz rising all the way from North Dakota, should make the best reality show in television history even better.

Todd Gurley

Opponents knew what was coming last season when the Rams lined up on offense. A No. 1 overall pick at quarterback gives Gurley a better chance to eventually be supported by a real passing game.

Losers

Case Keenum, Nick Foles, and Sean Mannion

Foles' time in Los Angeles was always going to be short. Now it would be a surprise if he was on the team by this time next month. Mannion was the team's third round pick last year and won't get a real chance to start on his rookie contract. Keenum faced the biggest setback of the three.

The Rams talked up Keenum all offseason as a good option to start Week 1. NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Thursday that Keenum could still start over a No. 1 overall pick, but that's what teams always say in the offseason. They won't want to put undo pressure on a rookie, but it's hard to imagine Keenum winning the job in a fair competition. It's even harder to imagine Keenum taking the first snaps in Los Angeles.

Keenum has already overachieved by earning 15 starts in his four-year career. He doesn't have great tools, but his aggressiveness has worked out well in his young career. There are worse things to be than a backup quarterback to a young star, but this move certainly has to sting Keenum.

Draft Night drama

The biggest possible draft trade has already happened. It was a thrilling, shocking way to wake up on a day that was supposed to be highlighted by the NFL Schedule release. Now attention turns to whether any team will trade up for the second quarterback.

Cleveland Browns

We will never know whether the Rams stole Cleveland's top choice. Assuming the Browns stay at No. 2, they will say they always ranked that player as their top option. But the Browns are absolutely in the market for a franchise quarterback and we think they'd be crazy not to take one while they are this high in the draft. Now the Browns are bystanders and are at the mercy of what the Rams want to do ahead of them.

Laremy Tunsil
The Ole Miss tackle had a good chance to go No. 1 overall when Tennessee was on top of the board. That's not going to happen now.

San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles

The 49ers desperately need a franchise quarterback and they were in solid position to draft one or trade up for one from the No. 7 overall pick. That will be a lot tougher to pull off now, and it is hard to imagine Goff or Wentz slipping out of the top four.

The Eagles have also been working out the top quarterbacks and looked like a candidate to either trade back or make a big splash for a quarterback.

St. Louis Rams fans

This has been a brutal stretch for fans in St. Louis. Watching the franchise make such an exciting splash move as they move to their new city can't be easy. Then again, plenty of Rams fans from St. Louis are sticking with the team. And the ones that aren't only have to remember Sam Bradford to realize that having No. 1 overall pick at quarterback doesn't guarantee anything.

 

[Retroram52]

This franchise is a complete joke from top to bottom. Seriously. After being on the receiving end of a mega trade and watching Washington struggle for three to four years, these dumbasses turn around and give away the franchise for the foreseeable future for what?

Fisher is out of control and his need to be recognized as a competent head coach has proven to be insane. He loves drama and uses massive histrionics to cover his stupidity. He and Snead have just made the Titans a superbowl contender for the next decade because the two, number ones, number twos, and number threes, the Titans will use properly to stock their team with talent.

You guys have pretty much covered all of the negatives of this insanity. With Kroneke running this dog and pony show and a nutbag like Fisher pulling this sort of insanity with Snead, this franchise is guaranteed to be a loser for another decade.

 

[Retroram52]

Kiss off all of the talent we will stand idly by and watch going to other teams. Snisher have become the perennial laughingstock of the league for the next decade. Kiss-off guys like Kelly, Ndamiche, Hargreaves, and many others that could have been Rams with a FO that is so blind and stupid they can't see the ridiculousness of their "development" program.