The Rams cut Richard LeCounte on Monday, likely to get some of these guys more reps so that they can get a closer look over the next two weeks. This is going to be a position where the Rams really struggle deciding who they want to keep. Cornerback (6): Cobie Durant, Ahkello Witherspoon, Derion Kendrick, Robert Rochell, Tre Tomlinson, Shaun Jolly Hardy at least provides some value on special teams. It will likely be between him and Hardy for the final spot. However, he was also responsible for a big run in which he didn’t contain the edge. EDGE (4): Byron Young, Michael Hoecht, Nick Hampton, Daniel HardyĪccording to Pro Football Focus, Keir Thomas was the Rams’ most productive pass rusher on Saturday. It’s possible the Rams keep one or two on the practice squad, but Jones, Rozeboom, and Hummel should be on the final roster. These are a solid three at the linebacker position and none of the undrafted free agents have really stood out. Linebacker (3): Ernest Jones, Christian Rozeboom, Jake Hummel The only other player on the bubble here may be Logan Bruss and it’s hard to see the Rams giving up on him this early. If he continues to be solid at left guard, it may be difficult for him to clear waivers. Zach Thomas spent last season on the practice squad. Keeping ten offensive linemen seems like a lot, but after what the Rams experienced last year, it’s something that they may consider. Offensive Line (10): Joe Noteboom, Steve Avila, Brian Allen, Coleman Shelton, Rob Havenstein, Alaric Jackson, Logan Bruss, Warren McClendon, Tremayne Anchrum, Zach Thomas Neither Long or Allen made a lot of noise in OTAs or training camp. With that said, we need to be able to see them on the field. Whether or not the Rams keep three or four here will be something to monitor. Tight End (4): Tyler Higbee, Brycen Hopkins, Hunter Long, Davis Allenĭue to injuries to Hunter Long and Davis Allen, neither of them played against the Chargers. Johnson and McCutcheon will need to show a lot more than they did on Saturday if they are to make the roster. However, keeping this at six to leave spots open at other positions makes the most sense. Tyler Johnson played well against the Chargers and Lance McCutcheon will be in contention if the Rams decide to keep seven wide receivers. This group of six is going to be very difficult for anyone to break into. Wide Receiver (6): Cooper Kupp, Van Jefferson, TuTu Atwell, Puka Nacua, Ben Skowronek, Demarcus Robinson With that said, the Rams are going to have difficult decisions to make and it makes more sense to use a roster spot somewhere else than on a fourth running back. The Rams seemingly really like Ronnie Rivers and it’s very possible that he makes the final roster. Running Back (3): Cam Akers, Kyren Williams, Zach Evans Meanwhile, Brett Rypien didn’t look very good in the opening two series’. He seemed to get better and more comfortable as the game went on. Stetson Bennett looked more than capable of backing up Matthew Stafford with his performance against the Chargers. While a third quarterback doesn’t count against the 48-man game day roster this season, that player still counts against the 53-man roster. The quarterback situation is going to be one to monitor throughout the preseason. Quarterback (2): Matthew Stafford, Stetson Bennett Here’s an updated 53-man roster prediction. Despite losing, that picture got a little more clear on Saturday. While the Rams lost, the preseason is more about process over results and finding the best players for the final-53. The Los Angeles Rams completed their first preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
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