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Rams QB seeks support for those back home

ST. LOUIS Sam Bradford's priorities have shifted. On Monday, the St. Louis Rams' quarterback was in his Oklahoma City home, preparing for the organized team activities the Rams started this week. Before the end of the day, football was the least of his concerns. The reason was the deadly tornado that ripped through Moore, Okla., Monday afternoon a suburb less than half...
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Rams' Watkins suspended for opener

St. Louis Rams offensive lineman Rokevious Watkins has been suspended without pay for the season opener for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy. The 338-pound Watkins was a fifth-round pick last year and played in one game his rookie season before going on injured reserve with an ankle injury. He's expected to contend for playing time this season and is eligible to...
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Chris Long to Goodell: No one wants 18-game season

Following alterations to the offseason docket, which includes pushing the annual draft back into May, commissioner Roger Goodell indicated that an 18-game regular season remains a possibility. Like many others, Chris Long is wholeheartedly against the idea. On Wednesday, the Rams defensive lineman tweeted a message to Goodell, urging him not to fix what isn't broken. https...
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Rams OL Watkins suspended for opener

St. Louis Rams offensive lineman Rokevious Watkins has been suspended without pay for the season opener for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy. The 338-pound Watkins was a fifth-round pick last year and played in one game his rookie season before going on injured reserve with an ankle injury. He's expected to contend for playing time this season and is eligible to...
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Rams Sign 6-Foot-10 Terrell Brown, Whose Most Notable Highlight at Ole Miss Was Crushing Chair on Sideline (Video)

There haven’t been many 6-foot-10 players in NFL history, but the St. Louis Rams are hoping their latest acquisition will stick around. The Rams signed a behemoth offensive tackle on Tuesday, Ole Miss’ Terrell Brown. Brown is 6-foot-10, 388 pounds, but played sparingly with the Rebels during his three-year Ole Miss career. Brown played just two games in 2012 at offensive tackle...
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Orange County Law Enforcement Hold Press Conference to Announce Titus Young Hasn’t Been Arrested in Over 168 Hours

After former NFL wide receiver Titus Young was arrested for the third time in two days, on May 12th 2013, local law enforcement in Orange County were put on high alert.  Following a brief period of time in which he wasn’t arrested, they held a news conference to try to quell any public panic. Photo Credit: EliteDaily.com “We are pleased to announce that, as a department, we...
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Keep an eye on Sam Bruce

Sam Bruce is nearly wrapping up his freshman spring and he already has nine offers. The 2016 wide receiver is an impressive talent from one of Florida's top programs, University School in Fort Lauderdale. Bruce was a big contributor in his freshman season and was a part of the Suns state championship team. He's also the nephew of NFL star Isaac Bruce.
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Rams ink former Jaguars TE Zach Potter

According to the NFL’s Monday transaction report, the St. Louis Rams have signed TE Zach Potter. Potter is entering his fifth year in the NFL and had played in all 16 of the Jaguars' games in 2012, with only 2 catches for 6 yards (199 snaps). The move adds depth to the position, and he'll likely compete for a spot behind Jared Cook and Lance Kendricks, reports PFT.
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The Rams 2013 Rookie Class: The Greatest Show On Turf, Part 2?

With second year head coach Jeff Fisher calling shots in St. Louis, the Rams are destined to be the “Greatest Show On Turf” once again. Here is his rookie class of 2013 to go along with quarterback Sam Bradford and the other weapons he already has.St. Louis Rams 2013 Rookie ClassDraft Picks1st Round: Tavon Austin, Wide Receiver1st Round: Alec Ogletree, Inside Linebacker3rd Round...
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Early Attention for Davis

The recruiting process is beginning for Round Rock (Tex.) Stony Point 2015 offensive lineman Austin Davis, who has been hearing from programs and will camp this summer. The latest on the 6-foot-4, 260-pound prospect inside...
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Former Mounties Get Ready For Their New NFL Gig

Word, Juan… Tavon Austin, Geno Smith, and Stedman Bailey were selected in last month’s draft and will be expected to contribute this season for their respective teams.  The Rams WR corp may have both former Mounties lining up as starting receivers this season. Tavon Austin Gives A Shout Out To Rams’ Fans Tavon Austin Says People Are Asking For His Money
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Tavon Austin Gives A Shout Out To Rams’ Fans

Tavon Austin is going to be one of the most exciting rookies in this class and should make an immediate impact on the Rams offense. Tavon Austin Says People Are Asking For His Money Fantasy Impact: Tavon Austin
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5 days ago  |  Discuss

Tyron Smith's advice to NFL rookies: 'Don't let people take advantage of you'

Last week, St. Louis Rams rookie wide receiver Tavon Austin was discussing the difficulties of adjusting to the NFL when he mentioned having to deal with family members coming from all over, looking for money. What Austin was talking about with the Rams' official website, is similar to what Dallas Cowboys left tackle Tyron Smith has endured during his first two seasons in the...
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6 days ago  |  Discuss

2013 NFL Police Blotter…Thus Far Besides Titus Young

As the off-season is suppose to be a time of deep reflection and physical rest, several players have had better times as criminal misdoings have been cause for concern. It is a no brainer, that Titus Young undoubtedly gets the award for, “Biggest Screw Up”, but a plethora of names paved the way before his epic reign of mishaps (too much money and too much time is never a good...
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2013 NFL Police Blotter…Thus Far Besides Titus Young

As the off-season is suppose to be a time of deep reflection and physical rest, several players have had better times as criminal misdoings have been cause for concern. It is a no brainer, that Titus Young undoubtedly gets the award for, “Biggest Screw Up”, but a plethora of names paved the way before his epic reign of mishaps (too much money and too much time is never a good...
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6 days ago  |  Discuss

Titus Young told ex-girlfriend I understand why OJ Simpson killed his wife

More and more disturbing news continues to come out about Titus Young. The troubled former Detroit Lions wide receiver has been arrested three times in the past month, and his ex-girlfriend filed for a restraining order against him, the Riverside Press-Enterprise reports. According to the PE’s John Asbury, Young’s ex-girlfriend filed for the restraining order on May 8, the day...
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7 days ago  |  Discuss
DOWNWARD SPIRAL

Young's ex files restraining order

The ex-girlfriend of Titus Young -- and the mother of his child -- has filed a restraining order, alleging that he once said, "I understand why O.J. killed his wife." 

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Breaking: St. Louis Rams Sign WR Andrew Helmick

  After spending time in rookie minicamp with the Falcons and Browns, Lindenwood WR Andrew Helmick finally found a home on Wednesday, signing with the St. Louis Rams following a tryout. Helmick is a physically gifted 5’11, 200 lb. WR who runs a sub-4.3 40 yard dash. As a senior at Lindenwood Helmick was very productive, with over 1,300 yards and 14 touchdowns. He joins former...
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7 days ago  |  Discuss

Rams' Trumaine Johnson pleads guilty

St. Louis Rams cornerback Trumaine Johnson has pleaded guilty to reduced charges of reckless driving and refusing a breath test and received a 90-day suspended jail sentence. A drunken driving charge filed in March was dropped as part of a plea agreement with Missoula prosecutors that requires the former University of Montana football player to pay $800 in fines, make a $2,500 donation...
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7 days ago  |  Discuss

Tavon Austin Hasn’t Even Signed His NFL Contract And He Already Has Everyone Asking Him For Money

Tavon Austin better watch out or he'll be broke before he inks his name with the St Louis Rams.
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8 days ago  |  Discuss

Rams cornerback pleads guilty to reckless driving

St. Louis Rams cornerback Trumaine Johnson has pleaded guilty to reduced charges of reckless driving and refusing a breath test and received a 90-day suspended jail sentence. A drunken driving charge filed in March was dropped as part of a plea agreement with Missoula prosecutors that requires the former University of Montana football player to pay $800 in fines, make a $2,500 donation...
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8 days ago  |  Discuss

Titus Young faces seven years in prison

Titus Young was arraigned on eight charges Tuesday and now faces up to seven years in prison for the crimes he committed. The charges are from two separate incidences that took place last week, according to NFL.com. Young was due Tuesday in an Orange County, Calif., court, where he was arraigned on eight charges stemming from two separate incidents last week. Young pled not guilty...
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8 days ago  |  Discuss

Titus Young's father speaks out

The Detroit Lions thought they landed a gem when they wrangled receiver Titus Young in the 2011 draft.  What they landed was a troubled young man whose issues are playing out in theater of the world. Young’s father Richard spoke with the Detroit Free Press a day after they spoke with the homeowner that almost shot Young after he allegedly broke into his home. The elder Young...
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9 days ago  |  Discuss

Titus Young’s father: ‘I don’t see my son. . .’ Says Titus has a brain disorder

When most of us first heard about fomer Detroit Lions’ wide receiver Titus Young’s initial arrest over a week ago, we collectively chuckled at this knucklehead being incredibly foolish. Then he was arrested shortly after being arrested, for trying to steal his car back from where it was impounded. Not as many, but still a good bulk of us were shaking our heads while letting out...
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9 days ago  |  Discuss

Receiver Tavon Austin on his newfound wealth: ‘I’ve got a lot of cousins now’

After being selected by the St. Louis Rams in this year’s NFL Draft, wider receiver Tavon Austin is learning quick just what suddenly becoming a rich man brings you – greedy gold-diggers looking to cash in on their association with you. It’s a sad truth, but it is what it is. “Everybody expects a lot of things from you as far as money.” Austin recently told the Rams’...
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9 days ago  |  Discuss
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