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Video highlights of the Rams new defensive end Chris Long in the Gator Bowl. This is kind of a long piece of video but for the true Rams fan who wants to see some high lites of the player the Rams just drafted it is a great clip.
Here is the video of Chris Long’s work out at the NFL combine. I like the pick even more after seeing this!
The Rams made it official Chris Long is the newest Ram.
What he brings: Long doesn’t have elite size or as much upside as the aforementioned Gholston, but, he’s a tough run defend and a relentless pass-rusher, who has good but not great speed. He also does an excellent job of using his hands to control blockers. He’s capable of stepping in and making an immediate impact because he’s so fundamentally sound, as you would expect from the son of Hall of Famer Howie Long.
How he fits: Even though there was some debate over Long and LSU DT Glenn Dorsey, Long makes a lot of sense. He allows the Rams to keep last year’s first-rounder, Adam Carriker, on the inside. Long is a versatile pass-rusher who defensive coordinator Jim Haslett can use in his schemes as a DE or DT in sub packages. The Rams will be able to pressure four and drop seven on the backend, while incorporating a lot of zone-blitz pressures. With Long pressuring from the right side teams won’t be able to set protection schemes towards LDE Leonard Little, and Long’s presence also allows speedy DE James Hall to get on the field as a defensive tackle, which gives them four effective rushers in sub.
ESPN is reporting the Rams will select Chris Long with the 2nd pick in the NFL Draft. I like the pick! He will bring an attitude, intensity and a needed position
Here is a little more info on Chris if things continue to hold ground.
Stay tuned though this is the draft and it is the Rams…so who knows, they may select LA Bob with the 2nd pick!
