steve arrington: Jim,

Haslett says that Greco missed the block that got Jackson tackled for a loss on the "draw play"...did you or anyone else see that...cuz I didn't...and do we know the story behind the last pass...how could the corner jump it...it went right to him while the receiver is a good 3 yards away closer to the sideline...

This is my favorite part of the Post Dispatch...you cannot appreciate the value you bring to this fan...

Jim Thomas: I haven't looked at the tape, but I'm pretty sure Haslett's description of the draw play is accurate (from people that have seen the tape).
Again, I think the last pass is part bad throw by Bulger, part bad route by Avery, and part the defense knowing the Rams were going to work the sidelines.

Chris M - Columbus, Ohio: JT - It's a good move to get rid of Zygmunt, Haslett and let Shaw "retire." No one will dispute that. However, the real problem has not been solved. The Rams need NEW ownership in place before this mess is cleaned up - the right way. Chip needs to sell the team for tax purposes and is a shortime owner. Who of any worth is going to step into this mess if they know the team is for sale? With the currnt ownership situation (zero experience running a team), if there is not a dynamic leader at the top to direct the GM, coach, scouts, etc...there is no way this laughing-stock of a franchise will become relevant in the NFL once again. Rams fans need to realize the ownership situation is the REAL problem with this team.

Merry Xmas!

Jim Thomas: Why is the current owner a problem?
Every time a team is sold, an owner comes in who is new to the sport.
Chip grew up around team owners, so in that sense he's not quite a neophyte.

Philly Rams Fan: Jim, a couple more questions. 1) with Zygmunt out is there a chance Martz gets an interview for the HC position? 2) What are our options with Bulger. I know we're basically stuck with him. Are we just left hoping they bring in a cheap free agent/late round draft pick to compete? 3) Chris Mortensen said on Monday night Countdown that Marshall Fault was very interested in the HC job. You know anything about that?

Jim Thomas: 1.) Doubt it.
2.) He's not going anywhere. I think someone will be brought into compete.
3.) Ridiculous.

kumuhunter: Hey Jim,

If there is nowhere else to go but up, why wouldn't Cowher want to come to St. Louis?

Thanks,

Damien Domingo

Jim Thomas: Maybe he wants a team that's closer to being a Super Bowl contender. Maybe he wants to be closer to his family on the East Coast. Maybe he wants a boatload of money.

djjr11854: Hi Jim,

Let the house cleaning begin! This hopefully is the start of getting this house in order. It's been long overdue! I have dis-liked this front office ever since Mr. Rosenbloom passed away and Georgia took over. My question this week is who do you see as a possible replacement for Zygmunt?? Is the word around the RAMS that Devaney will get total control??

Thanks as always for the column and Happy Holidays

Jim Thomas: For the time being, at least, and maybe longer, it looks like Samir Suleiman will handle the contract negotiations.
As for Devaney, I don't know about "total power" but he will definitely be the point man on the head-coaching search and have even greater say on player personnel (while working with the new head coach).
Again, I'm not sure if the Rams will hire a president per se to replace Zygmunt, if they do, it may not happen for a while.