Rich: Hey Gordo,

Wow - where to begin. I am sure you will get dozens of posts for the secondary so I won't go there except to say I don't think everyone should give up on Tye Hill just yet.

My question is what are the Rams going to do to get the passing game out of park. With the exception of McMichael and that great catch by Jackson no other receiver made any plays of note.

I don't think the Rams have anything to lose by seeing what Burton and Avery (once he is cleared to practice) can do.

Jeff Gordon: Yeah, the Rams need to explore all options to get the WRs going. Bennett's demise isn't the end of the world, since he hasn't done a thing to spark the offense since signing that $30 million deal. I'm a big Burton fan, so, yes, turn him loose.

Mike: Thank you for your time, effort and on occasion willingness to accept abuse. Even though SL is not the leader they need shouldn't these players be bringing an effort? While SL lacks leadership (seemingly) these players lack character. I agree with one of the Sunday posters that you could build a better team from NFL taxi squads.

Jeff Gordon: That's harsh. There is talent on the team. That is why the no-show was so disturbing. There are coaching and leadership issues, for sure. Anything less than a 180 reversal this week will be unacceptable. The Rams were the NFL's laughingstocks Sunday. If that embarrassment doesn't fire them up, nothing will.

Tackleberry: The marriage between Linehan and Haslett has always been forced, and there for awkward, from day one. Haslett may be a sharp defensive mind, but his time with the Rams can be best described as "marginally effective." Yes, he wanted Glenn Dorsey and they took Long, but he also stood by that entire secondary this off-season especially his pet Chavous (who continually does not reward his confidence)and they are postively terrible. I would never go as far as to suggest that Haslett tanks it to get a shot at the head coaching vacancy, but if he isn't doing that than his defensive prowess might be less than advertised. Can he do anything, with the players he has, to put a different product on the field next Sunday. Will Manning Jr. be an upgarde once he is up to speed?

Jeff Gordon: Trouble is, Manning has lost a step. He can help take away the middle of the field as a nickel back, but you can't expect him to survive out on the island at this point in his career. Hill will have to suck it up and get better -- fast!

vikelt: Do you think Felipe Lopez, with some work by Oquendo, could be the shortstop answer for the Cards? If so, what would it take to sign him?

Jeff Gordon: Utility guy, yes. He has more pop than Miles in that role. Shortstop -- no, he doesn't have the defensive consistency. This team has money to spend and that would be the position to invest in. A lot of teams are looking for help there, but the Cards have to be aggressive.

MonkeyLooker: After this embarrassing, unemotional effort I say it is time get rid of Linehan, trade No-Show Holt for a #1 draft pick while he is still worth something, get rid of Haslett and, and release Chavous. It is also close to the time to bench gutless Bulger who is scared to death - he was curled up into a fetal position when when he fumbled and luckily the ball dropped into his lap because he was definitely NOT trying to recover it - he was trying to protect himself by curling up into a ball. When our two veteran leaders, Bulger & Holt, will not take a hit to make a play it is time to make drastic changes right now. I am still a Rams fan but when veterans don't want to make plays it is time for the rookies to get experience. I know the Eagles had a great pass rush but the QB still cannot quit like Bulger does. I do think Stephen Jackson played hard and with effort and our punter was fabulous. Your thoughts?

Jeff Gordon: Holt won't fetch a No. 1 pick at this point of his career. Bulger has taken lots of hits, which is the trouble with his game. Releasing Chavous doesn't help because there is nobody great to replace him.