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October 4, 2014
PFT preseason power rankings No. 27: Los Angeles Rams
The Los Angeles Rams have not made the postseason since 2004. We don't expect that to change in 2017. But that doesn't mean the Rams are completely devoid of talent. Aaron Donald, Robert Quinn, Michael Brockers, Todd Gurley, Alec Ogletree and Trumaine Johnson are all legitimate pieces to build a team
Aaron Donald Says 'We're Going to See What Happens' with Rams Contract Extension
Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is apparently taking a patient approach when it comes to contract extension negotiations...
Ray Lewis explains why elite quarterbacks are less valuable than dominant defensive players | FOX Sports
Ray Lewis says he'd take Rams DT Aaron Donald over any quarterback in the NFL.
Bengals Bytes (6/16): Vacation plans
A.J. Green has his vacation planned for after minicamp, but he has a plan to squeeze some work in. Terrell Suggs is enjoying being the "Vader" of the Ravens' defense. The Rams traded Greg Robinson,...
Rams trade former No. 2 overall pick and only get a sixth-rounder back
Greg Robinson will now get a chance with the Detroit Lions
Rams announce trade of Greg Robinson, another busted Washington pick
In 2012, the Rams grifted Washington for the second overall pick in the draft. Or so the Rams thought. Yes, the then-St. Louis franchise swapped the No. 2 overall pick for the sixth overall selection, two more first-round picks, and a second-round pick. And, yes, the Rams trolled their trade partners
Los Angeles Rams trade draft bust Greg Robinson to Lions
The Rams admitted defeat and traded tackle Greg Robinson, the second pick of the 2014 draft, to the Detroit Lions for a 2018 sixth-round pick.
Rams trade ex-No. 2 pick Greg Robinson to Lions
The Los Angeles Rams finally gave up on former No. 2 overall pick Greg Robinson. The Rams traded the offensive tackle to the Detroit Lions for a 2018 sixth-round pick, Ian Rapoport reported.
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Rams trade former No. 2 pick Greg Robinson to Lions for sixth-rounder | FOX Sports
With Taylor Decker out, the Lions are adding a potential replacement.
Aaron Donald arrives as Rams open minicamp | FOX Sports
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) Aaron Donald only participated in a walkthrough and some light conditioning drills as the Los Angeles Rams opened their three-day minicamp Tuesday.
Trumaine Johnson skips OTA, Rams don't know why
Rams cornerback Trumaine Johnson, who signed a franchise tender for the second straight year, is under contract but not required to appear for voluntary offseason drills. On Tuesday, Johnson unexpectedly didn't show up for an OTA session. "We weren't expecting him not to be here," coach Sean McVay told
Big-money CB Trumaine Johnson skips Rams' voluntary workouts | FOX Sports
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) Cornerback Trumaine Johnson has surprised the Los Angeles Rams by not showing up for voluntary organized team activities.
T.J. McDonald will get full reps pending suspension
The Dolphins signed former Rams safety T.J. McDonald knowing he'd be subject to an eight-game suspension. They plan to use him in the offseason and preseason as if the suspension doesn't exist. "We're just going to practice him," coach Adam Gase said Friday, via Jason Lieser of the Palm Beach Post. "
Rams want Tavon Austin to play DeSean Jackson role in new offense
Rookie head coach Sean McVay believes 5-foot-8 receiver Tavon Austin can use his speed to become a big-play threat for the Rams.
Rams rookies Smart, Price excited to learn from Aaron Donald | FOX Sports
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) Tanzel Smart and Ejuan Price share the same admiration for Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald. However, that respect was built from different vantage points.
Pitt pass rusher sees himself as perfect fit for Rams defense
Rams linebacker Ejuan Price, who is going through the paces with others at rookie minicamp, is eager to reunite with former college teammate Aaron Donald.
Rams mailbag: Rookie projections, season ticket renewals, Les Snead, Tavon Austin and more
Rams beat writer Gary Klein answers questions about the Rams, and everything else, in the mailbag.
Los Angeles Rams WR Tavon Austin sidelined after wrist surgery
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tavon Austin won't be on the field for organized team activities later this month after undergoing wrist surgery.
Rams' Austin undergoes surgery on left wrist
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tavon Austin underwent wrist surgery on Thursday, a procedure that will sideline him for OTAs but should have him ready for the start of training camp.
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Tavon Austin to Miss OTAs After Surgery on Wrist Injury
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tavon Austin underwent surgery on his left wrist Thursday and is expected to miss the rest of the team's offseason activities. On Friday, Alden Gonzalez of ESPN...
How will Tavon Austin's wrist surgery impact the Rams next season?
Tavon Austin is going to have an uphill battle when he returns from his wrist surgery.
Report: Tavon Austin has surgery, to miss OTAs
Rams wideout Tavon Austin will reportedly be sidelined for organized team activities. Austin underwent surgery on his left wrist, but is expected to be back in time for training camp.
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Report: Tavon Austin has surgery, will miss Rams OTAs
Rams wideout Tavon Austin will reportedly be sidelined for organized team activities. Austin underwent surgery on his left wrist, but is expected to be back in time for training camp.
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Hekker wants in on Big Baller Brand's sneaker sales
Rams punter Johnny Hekker saw the business opportunity to join Big Baller Brand and announced his "collaboration" with the soon-to-be sports brand powerhouse.
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Former Titans coach Jeff Fisher moving back to Nashville — 'This is home'
Former Titans coach recently moved from St. Louis to L.A. before being fired by the Rams.
Greg Robinson's 5th-Year Contract Option Won't Be Picked Up by Rams
The Los Angeles Rams declined the fifth-year option on offensive tackle Greg Robinson 's contract Tuesday, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Robinson, 24, has largely been a bust since the Rams selected him at No...
Rams don't pick up option Greg Robinson option, which puts future in question
Since being drafted No. 2 overall three years ago, Greg Robinson has struggled to find decent footing in the trenches for the Los Angeles Rams. Now with the signing of the Andrew Whitwor...
Former Rams starting lineman has landed with NFC West division rival
Tim Barnes will likely serve as a backup for San Francisco.
Former NFL star calls Cooper Kupp the No. 1 overall receiver in draft
Steve Smith Sr., now an analyst for NFL Network, says that Los Angeles Rams rookie wideout Cooper Kupp was the best receiver in the draft. Smith, who was also selected in the 3rd round of the NFL D...
Reports: 49ers adding veteran offensive line help
The 49ers drafted 10 players in Philadelphia and they traded for another, but none of those new arrivals to the roster play on the offensive line. The team is reportedly going the veteran route to fill out that position group. Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that former Rams center Tim Barnes has...
Source: Rams unlikely to OK Robinson option
Offensive tackle Greg Robinson's fifth-year option is unlikely to be exercised by the Rams, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Mixed signals from Rams on Trumaine Johnson
The Rams opted to apply the franchise tag to cornerback Trumaine Johnson for a second time, despite the 20-percent raise over last year's eight-figure salary. Since then, mixed signals have emerged as to whether the Rams will keep him under the one-year, $16.74 million tender (which he has signed), trade him, or sign him to...
Rams seem unlikely to trade away CB Johnson
Rams appear more focused on a contract extension for Trumaine Johnson rather than a trade of the cornerback.
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Tim Barnes scheduled to work out for 49ers
The draft is the main attention-getter in the NFL this week, but teams are taking care of business on other fronts with offseason workout programs underway across the league. Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the 49ers will have former Rams center Tim Barnes in for a workout on Tuesday. Barnes was...
Trumaine Johnson Reportedly Will Remain with Rams Amid Trade Rumors
The Los Angeles Rams are planing to retain cornerback Trumaine Johnson for the 2017 season despite nearly two months' worth of trade rumors. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Johnson will stay put...
L.A. Rams won't trade Trumaine Johnson this season
NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported that Rams corner Trumaine Johnson will not be traded, according to a source informed of the situation. The Rams slapped Johnson with the franchise tag.
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Report: Broncos to exercise 2018 option on Bradley Roby
The deadline for teams to exercise their 2018 contract options on their 2014 first-round picks is on May 3 and we've seen some teams already make their moves. The choices were easy in those cases as players like Cowboys guard Zack Martin, Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans and Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald have established...
Why St. Louis could win its lawsuit against Stan Kroenke
The city of St. Louis filed a lawsuit this week against the NFL and Rams owner Stan Kroenke over the team's move to L.A. Here's why Kroenke could be in trouble.
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Aaron Donald first to receive official fifth-year option, C.J. Mosley should follow
Yesterday, the Los Angeles Rams exercised the fifth-year option for defensive tackle Aaron Donald, an obvious decision by any GM. Soon to follow should be Ravens own, C.J. Mosley. "I'm sure that...
St. Louis sues NFL, teams over Rams' move
St. Louis is suing the NFL and its teams over the Rams' move to Los Angeles, alleging a breach of contract has resulted in a net loss of more than $100 million.
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St. Louis Sues NFL, All 32 Teams over Rams Relocation to LA
The city of St. Louis, St. Louis County and the area's Regional Convention and Sports Complex Authority filed a lawsuit against the NFL regarding the relocation of the Los Angeles Rams , the St...
St. Louis is suing the NFL and the Rams over team's move to Los Angeles
Things between the Rams and St. Louis could get ugly
St. Louis sues NFL, teams over Rams relocation to LA
The city of St. Louis and that region's sports authority are suing the National Football League over the Rams' relocation to Los Angeles. The lawsuit filed Wednesday in St. Louis Circuit Court also names the NFL's 32 teams as defendants and seeks unspecified damages and restitution. The
St. Louis files lawsuit against NFL, all 32 teams over relocation of Rams
The NFL appears to have one major lawsuit on its docket, and two more could soon follow in its wake. The City of St. Louis and the County of St. Louis have filed a lawsuit against the NFL and each of its 32 franchises claiming that they illegally approved the relocation of the Rams from St. Louis to
Rams make no-brainer move to pick up Aaron Donald's fifth-year option for 2018
Donald has proven to be one of the steals of the 2014 NFL Draft
Rams exercise fifth-year option on Aaron Donald
NFL teams must exercise the fifth-year options on 2014 first-round draft picks prior to May 3. The Rams exercised the extra year for All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald, Ian Rapoport reported.
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Aaron Donald's 5th-Year Contract Option Reportedly Exercised by Rams
The Los Angeles Rams exercised the fifth-year contract option on defensive tackle Aaron Donald for the 2018 season Wednesday. ESPN's Field Yates was the first to report that L...
LOOK: Rams all-time leading tackler thanks team, fans, Saints in retirement message
James Laurinaitis retires as the Rams' all-time leading tackler
James Laurinaitis announces his retirement
James Laurinaitis announced his retirement after eight NFL seasons. The second-round pick by the Rams in 2009 wrote on Twitter that his body was telling him it was time to box up the shoulder pads.
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James Laurinaitis Retires from NFL at Age 30 After 8 Seasons
Former St. Louis Rams and New Orleans Saints linebacker James Laurinaitis has retired after eight seasons in the NFL ...
