Ray R.: Jim,
If the rams stay at #2, i think the pick should be Dorsey.

However, what are your thoughts on trading down to Balt. at #8? We could get Ghoulston, or Ellis, plus an extra second round pick.

I also just thought of another interesting scenario. If Minnesota were to trade its 1st and 2nd for Jared Allen, how about offering our #2 and #32 for KC #5 and #17?

Thanks for your time.

Jim Thomas: I'm not sure either Gholston or Ellis will be there at No. 8. I think it's all but a certainty that Gholston will be gone.

Aaron: I need your honest opinion, would you rather the Rams continue to get gouged against the run and have a good 4 man pass rush? Or no pass rush but a force against the run? Which lineman do we need then?

Jim Thomas: Well, with Jake Long now officially at Dolphins, you have hit upon THE QUESTION, Aaron.

Dorsey or Chris Long/Vernon Gholston?

If the Rams are convinced medically, I say take Dorsey. He will get some sacks in the middle. You can use Little and Witherspoon on the edge.
But as I sit here typing at Rams Park, I must remind yot that I don't get a vote.

Gabriel to Snow: Jared Allen is only 26yrs old, a very proven NFL commodity. I assume he would be the 1st overall pick if he were in the draft. So why don't the Rams offer the 2nd overall pick? Money would be similar & the potential for a "bust" is all but removed. Thoughts?

Jim Thomas: Two DUIs.

Gabriel to Snow: Hello Jim, do you have any idea if the Rams have interest in Trevor Laws & Jordy Nelson? Have they made any indication of who they are looking at for a developmental QB? I assume it's along the lines of a Smith, O'Connel or Ainge. Thanks

P.S.- I understand you have a son at West Point. I never had the honor of seving, but I don't take my freedom for granted. Every person who has honorably served has my most sincere thanks, admiration & deepest gratitude. Every single day I offer a silent "thank you" to all who gave me this gift & those that preserve it. It's good to be able to offer these sentiments directly when I can. So, my warmest wishes & heartfelt thanks to your son, & your family. Thanks for everything.

Jim Thomas: The Rams obviously have an interest in Trevor Laws. They brought him in for a pre-draft visit. Don't know about Nelson or the developmental QB. As you may know, the Rams brought in Michigan's Henne and Delaware's Flacco, but both could be gone in Round 2.
Regarding the West Pointer in the family, thanks for the kinds words.

Jeremy (Denver): Jim,
Thanks for the chat. How do you think the first 5 players are stacked on the Rams board?

Jim Thomas: This is a wild stab:

1.) Dorsey
2.) McFadden
3.) Jake Long
4.) Chris Long
5.) Gholston