St. Lou Angeles of Cleveland: Jim, Karney seems to be injury prone. Gado has cartilage problems in his ribs. Seeing that Jerome Johnson is no longer around, who would play fullback if neither player could play? Also, Johnson seemed to have good size, very good speed and soft hands, it seems he caught everything thrown his way, although I thought his blocking was substandard and his running nondescript. I gave him a flier because it's a new position for him and I'm assuming he will be on the practice squad. What did you notice about him, if anything? What do the rams think he needs to work on? Do the rams think they have found a future starter or just a camp body for next years training camp?

Jim Thomas: Good question on the fullbacks. Karney did practice Monday; so did Gado. But if both went down in Seattle, I don't know who the lead blocker would be. Maybe Fells or Bajema, who occasionally line up in the backfield. As for Johnson, he showed some potential, but make a position switch from defense (in college) to offense in the NFL is almost unheard of. Johnson is not on the practice squad.

Jumbo J: Hello again Jim.

Should Leonard Little be traded now while he still has value? Get an additional pick for next year. I am sure the Bears or another 4-3 team could use him.

Let's face it. The Rams won't make the playoffs this year. Since the overhaul has already begun, let Adeyanju and CJ Ah You take his place. Both of those guys proved to have good motors. In my opinion Adeyanju plays the run better than Little anyway.

Your thoughts...

Jim Thomas: Leonard Little is easily the Rams' best pass rusher; that's why he's still on the roster. But at age 34 and already hinting at retirement after this season, I'm not sure he'd have much trade value.

Matt-New Smyrna Beach Florida: Jim,

Do you see opening day as a high scoring affair or more of a run,run,run and grind it out lower scoring game?
I look forward to your game breakdown. I am a big fan of you work,
Thanks,
Matt

Jim Thomas: There's really no way to predict. There's always some uncertainty about opening day anyway, and that's particularly true with two new head coaches

Jumbo J: Hey Jim,

I wanted to get your opinion on potential pick ups...

RB-Kory Sheets, Peerman, Ian Johnson, Chauncey W... all rookies, I know.
OL-Any interest in Meredith, Pashos.
DB-Ikegwuono (PHI)
LB-Got to be something better than our reserves...
WR-Keep the kids to develop.

Any other areas or players you are aware of?

Jim Thomas: Here's the players who were in for workouts today at Rams Park: RBs DeShaun Foster, Gary Russell, and (St. Louisan) Carey Davis, who's a fullback/halfback. Two LBs _ Tank Daniels and David Herron. At the moment, there appears to be no interest in WR Greg Lewis.

Kevin: What are the chances the Rams will pursue either Matt Jones, Dominic Rhodes or Warrick Dunn to shore up the WR and/or RB depth respectively? I realize Jones comes with off the field issues. Rhodes has returned kicks in the past, which in my estimation would make him an upgrade over Darby in several categories. I don't think Darby showed much of anything in the preseason. Dunn could be a good change of pace 3rd down guy that could compliment Jackson and/or spell him from time to time.

Jim Thomas: I don't think any of those players are on the Rams' radar.