OUInsider - Owen Field

Sam got no help in the draft, which is sad because they have NOTHING!

Completely flabbergasted by the Ram's draft. The entire front office of that organization needs to be kicked in the head by a mule.

I agree. Fisher is a D emphasis coach and the first pick was not bad- the DT out of LSU. But the two WRs- were from Appalachia State and some other podunk school. The ONLY OG they took was late round and they wasted a pick on a KICKER? I hope Sam has a REALLY stout insurance policy!

Bingo.

Have you seen Quick's tape?. If he had qualified for an NCAA Div 1 school, he'd have played anywhere. Just because he isn't a name player doesn't mean he's not talented. Jerry Rice wasn't even taken in the draft and turned out to be the best WR the NFL has ever seen. The number 1 and 2 receivers taken that year turned out to be one year wonders and quickly forgotten. Givens is a Kendall Wright clone. The Rams improved their interior OL in free agency and probably will add one of the remaining free agent linemen or make a trade for one by the time the season starts. Fischer knows how to build a team and he knows he has to give Sam the weapons and the protection he needs in order to take the Rams to the next level. I respectfully disagree with the CBS Sports analysis.

Here are the comments by and takes of NFL.com's draft evaluators on the two WR's taken by the Rams. If you read them you'll get a totally different picture from what has been indicated by the CBS Sports Analyst and several posters..

Here is Mike Mayock's pre-draft evaluation of Brian Quick!

OVERVIEW
Quick has very uncommon size for the position and surprises scouts with his ability to run. The fact that he is a former basketball player and high jumper shows in his play. Despite his short time playing football, he understands how to run routes and get open. Look for Quick to be the highest pick from Appalachian State in years and be taken in the second round.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS Quick's size is his greatest asset. His time playing football has been limited, and professional coaching could help mold Quick into a game changer at the next level. He is a reliable hands catcher who has the radius and grip strength to bring down any ball thrown near his area. He is a great option in the short game, as he understands how to use his frame to shield out smaller defenders.

WEAKNESSES Inexperience is his Achilles heel. He hasn't shown the ability to run by big-time corners at his level. He sometimes has trouble adjusting to poorly thrown balls. (Sam doesn't throw many of those) Being tested early in camp will give the greatest indication of Quick's ability to handle the jump in talent.

Post-draft:
Mayock's take: "The Greatest Show on Turf personally welcomes Brian Quick. He's a height, weight, speed specimen. His production could be a little delayed, but he will be fast-tracked by the Rams' coaching staff. ... This is a guy they're going to need production from right away."

The Rams think they may be getting a T.O. clone without the attitude and locker room issues.

Here is Bucky Brooks' take on Givens

OVERVIEW
Givens is an early entry junior out of Wake Forest, where he was a first-team All-ACC selection this past year. He has adequate size and is a blazing straight-line runner who looks similar to Philadelphia's Jeremy Maclin with his movements in-route. He relies heavily on his speed in everything he does. He's capable of taking a speed-out and cutting upfield to daylight. He is a polished player who could be selected late in the first round; he has all the traits of a productive NFL receiver and an immediate No. 2 option.
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS Givens is an elite deep-threat receiver who is fluid and quick off the ball. He can eat up a defensive back's cushion in a few steps to get them on their heels and then accelerate in a very controlled, explosive motion. He adjusts well to balls in front or behind him, and he can make all the necessary catches at full speed. Givens has obvious field awareness and routinely would get behind corners in Cover 2 before throttling down for a quick back-shoulder throw before a safety can get there. He can get jammed at the line on occasion but usually beats defenders with a jab step. He has excellent footwork at full speed to change directions or drag his feet along the sideline.
WEAKNESSES Givens can get jammed at the line of scrimmage when he doesn't ignite a quick jab step or if an explosive corner quickly gets in his face. He often looks over his shoulder and gets alligator arms going across the middle. He is a tough player but far from physical. Givens gives little effort as a blocker in the run game and is only capable of being a decoy or running off his man.

Post Draft

Bucky Brooks' take: Givens gives the Rams a productive pass catcher with speed and quickness. Sam Bradford now has a legitimate vertical threat to target on deep throws.

They took Quick before Rueben Randle was drafted. ALSO, yes, Crimson Mark I do agree- small College guys can make it HOWEVER, just because a guy looks like a stud and runs well at a "combine" doesn't mean he's a player. The guy has never even played against DECENT competition. Hell, Coffeyville JUCO might beat Appalachia State.

They have GOT to get some reinforcments on the O Line, or its a moot point!

Just a few other solid NFL wideouts from small schools.

Victor Cruz - UMASS
Brandon Stokely - La Lafayette
J. Edelman- Kent State
Ant. Gates- Kent State
Josh Cribbs- Kent State
Antonio Brown- Central Michigan
Johnny Knox- Abilene Christian
Nate Burleson- Nevada- Reno
Donald Driver- Alcorn State
Greg Jennings- Western Michigan
Vincent Jackson- Northern Colorado
Jacoby Jones- Lane College
Laurent Robinson- Illinois State

These arent Superstars as have been mentioned in earlier posts, but they are very capable NFL Starters

I think Jenkins is out because Dallas also resigned Orlando Scandrick to be their nickel back. They gave him decent money. I think Jenkins is odd man out not because he isn't good enough to compete, but because they have other needs on the team (over a 4th CB) and Jenkins has some trade value. Certainly they can get more for Jenkins than Scandrick.