keith: Jim, you think this schedule makes Linehan nervous? Easily could start a winless streak right off the bat.

Jim Thomas: I know success in one year doesn't necessarily translate into victories the next year, not in the NFL anyway. But it looks like the schedule-makers are trying to bury the Rams before the first frost. I mean, the Giants, (at) Seattle, Dallas and New England in the first seven games? Plus road games at Philly and Washington? Given the current state of this Rams team, I think 2-5 might be considered a reasonable start. If the Rams go 3-4 in the first seven games, maybe we should hold a rally at Kiener (sp?) Plaza.

Jack: Jim, what rumors, if any, do you hear about other teams wanting the Rams second pick and the Rams wanting to trade down? Thanks

Jim Thomas: As Bryan Burwell mentioned in his column today; the Rams are getting nibbles at the No. 2 spot. I hear _ and this is more rumor than fact at this point _ is that the Falcons would love to move up from No. 3 to No. 2 for Glenn Dorsey.

Mario Manningham: Whatup JT,

Big fan of yours. I just wanted to let all the Rams personnel/fans know, that you guys should draft me with your second round pick. I promise to improve on my 40 time & stay out of trouble in St. Louis. With guys nicknamed "Big Game Holt" & "Action Jackson...a "Super Mario" should fit right in. Return to the GSOT in 2008.

Peace out.

Jim Thomas: Mario, the 40 time doesn't concern me (or some veteran scouts I know). You're playing speed _ and skills _ speak for themselves. But if you want to have a long and successful NFL career, you're going to have to stay off the reefer.

AnnoyingCombineGuy: I forgot to ask, also. What's your height and weight?

Jim Thomas: Please go away. I'm sure Bill Parcells is looking for you right now in south Florida.

Dejan Prole: Hi Jim, Big hello from Serbia!
Jim how does Rams staff think now who to draft in April after the Big Four visited Rams Park? What do you think wich player has made the biggest impresion on Linehan and Davaney? I still think that Gholston (my favorite) or Chris Long are the best fit for us, don't you think?

Jim Thomas: Dejan--I haven't been able to get any feedback on the Big Four visits. (Actually, Dorsey didn't show up because he was sick and instead came to Rams Park today.) At this point, it's looking more and more like Jake Long is going to Miami. If that's the case, I think the Rams will decide between Chris Long and Glenn Dorsey. And I don't know how to call that one. I think Dorsey (if healthy) is a better talent; but I think Chris Long fills a bigger need at DE.