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Chris Givens - WR - Rams

Sam Bradford singled out fourth-round rookie Chris Givens as a player who will add a perimeter, vertical threat to the Rams' offense.

The Rams have lacked separation skills in the wideout corps for years. "I think he’s a guy that defenses are going to have to be extremely aware of," Bradford said. "If they fall asleep on him for a half second at all, he’s going to be by them. I think that’s nice to have, just that added speed." Givens is expected to battle Greg Salas for the starting receiver job opposite fellow rookie Brian Quick.
Source: Howard Balzer on Twitter
May 25 - 1:59 PM
Sam Bradford - QB - Rams

Sam Bradford revealed that he has "lingering soreness" from last October's left high ankle sprain.

He's practicing fully in OTAs, but it's got to be concerning that the ankle woes have lasted so long. Bradford re-injured the ankle on several occasions last season, and he's not fully over the injury more than seven months later. "It's getting there," Bradford insisted. "It seems to feel better every week. There's less soreness, more things I can do. I think it's definitely on the right track."
Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch
May 24 - 10:14 AM
Sam Bradford - QB - Rams

After doing 2011 tape study, NFL Films' Greg Cosell observed that Sam Bradford struggled in a muddied pocket during his second season.

Cosell says there were signs of it during Bradford's rookie year, and it only got worse in his second. "Bradford began to perceive pressure that was not there," Cosell writes. "He was anticipating the rush, and you cannot perform that way, no matter what kind of talent you have throwing the football." Cosell believes receivers that can create separation and Bradford's own health will be key factors in determining whether he reaches his potential.
Source: NFL Films
May 22 - 4:06 PM
Jo-Lonn Dunbar - LB - Rams

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch projects Jo-Lonn Dunbar as the Rams' starting weak-side linebacker.

There's a long way to go, of course, but the too-early depth chart has Dunbar at weak side and Mario Haggan at strong-side linebacker. Rookies Aaron and Sammy Brown, and Alex Hoffman-Ellis will be vying for backup roles with Justin Cole and Josh Hull. Dunbar could be a sneaky late pick in IDP leagues.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
May 21 - 4:06 PM
Jason Smith - T - Rams

Rams GM Les Snead admits he's not sure if Jason Smith is the team's long-term answer at right tackle.

"But here's what I do know," Snead said. "You've got a really good offensive line coach (Paul Boudreau) who's proven he can make a unit's sum better than its parts. ... Long story short, I think (Smith's) going to have every chance to improve." Wishful thinking at its finest, though Smith's guaranteed $4 million salary ensures he'll get one more chance to prove himself as a starter.
Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch
May 21 - 1:02 PM
Justin King - DB - Rams

Free agent CB Justin King worked out for the Colts on Friday.

Thrust into the starting lineup after St. Louis lost Ron Bartell for the year in Week 1 last season, King struggled with injuries and was routinely burned. He graded out as Pro Football Focus' worst corner. He'd be a pure depth signing for Indy.
Related: Colts
Source: Howard Balzer on Twitter
May 21 - 8:49 AM
Bryan Mattison - G - Rams

The Rams will hold an open competition at left guard in training camp.

It's a potentially huge trouble spot for a line already among the league's worst at the other four positions. "We've got a lot of options, and we'll continue to rotate guys in there," said coach Jeff Fisher. Options include former practice squad player Bryan Mattison, undersized center Tim Barnes, ex-Jet special teamer Rob Turner, and mammoth rookie project Rokevious Watkins.
Related: Robert Turner, Tim Barnes, Rokevious Watkins
Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch
May 19 - 3:43 PM
Brody Eldridge - TE - Rams

Rams claimed TE Brody Eldridge off waivers from the Colts.

Eldridge played guard and center at Oklahoma and was a first-team All-Big 12 pick as a sophomore fullback in Bob Stoops' offense. Purely a blocker, he'll compete for a roster spot with Mike Hoomanawanui behind Lance Kendricks.
May 18 - 5:13 PM
Brody Eldridge - TE - Rams

Colts waived TE Brody Eldridge.

Drafted in the fifth round as a blocking specialist in 2010, Eldridge tallied 14 receptions for just 84 yards in 27 games over the past two seasons. He could get picked up by a team looking for a strong run blocker at tight end.
May 17 - 1:42 PM
Matt Daniels - DB - Rams

Rams undrafted rookie S Matt Daniels underwent arthroscopic knee surgery just prior to the draft.

This may have contributed to his UDFA status. The surgery was performed just over seven weeks ago, and Daniels is sitting out OTAs. A fourth- or fifth-round prospect pre-injury, Daniels will battle for a roster spot when he heals up.
Source: St Louis Post-Dispatch
May 17 - 9:13 AM
Josh Gordy - DB - Rams

Rams CB Josh Gordy is seeing action with the first-team defense at OTAs.

Gordy was a favorite of the old Rams coaching staff. They're gone, but the new staff is giving him a long look while easing in rookies Janoris Jenkins and Trumaine Johnson. Gordy won't be assured a 53-man roster spot this fall.
Source: stlouisrams.com
May 17 - 9:00 AM
Jose Valdez - G - Rams

Rams claimed G/T Jose Valdez off waivers from the Vikings.

Valdez was once a well-thought-of guard prospect in the Falcons' organization, when new Rams GM Les Snead was a personnel director. Valdez isn't any kind of long-term solution, but St. Louis has an enormous hole at left guard.
Source: Howard Balzer on Twitter
May 16 - 6:53 PM
Greg Salas - WR - Rams

Rams WR Greg Salas (fractured fibula) is participating in OTAs.

Salas received medical clearance and appears to be fully healed six months after fracturing his left fibula. Though it's not saying much, Salas showed more promise than any Rams receiver in 2011, playing inside and out and catching 27 passes in six games. He could push Chris Givens for a starting job in camp.
Source: stlouisrams.com
May 16 - 4:49 PM
Danario Alexander - WR - Rams

Rams WR Danario Alexander is missing time at OTAs with a hamstring injury.

Alexander's injury isn't known to be significant, but he battled hamstring woes for much of 2011 and needs to make a positive impression on a new coaching staff. The new regime may not be as forgiving with Alexander's durability woes.
Source: Jim Thomas on Twitter
May 16 - 4:18 PM
Rodger Saffold - T - Rams

Rams LT Rodger Saffold (torn pectoral) has yet to gain medical clearance to resume football activities.

Coach Jeff Fisher promised Saffold was "close" to being cleared in mid-April, but it hasn't happened yet. The Rams have not disclosed any potential setbacks. Saffold is being counted on to protect Sam Bradford's blind side in 2012.
Source: Howard Balzer on Twitter
May 16 - 2:45 PM

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