Random Ramsdom: Jack Youngblood is tougher than you or I

Los Angeles Rams News and Links for 6/2/25

I was taking a walk on Sunday and I found a video on YouTube by That’s Good Sports, it’s a fun channel and the host had a video about some of the toughest NFL performances after an injury. One of the players he talked about early in the video is Los Angeles Rams great Jack Youngblood.

Admittedly, Youngblood was before my time, but I guess he played a couple/few games with a broken leg? That’s insane. I get a sprain and I’m icing that up for a week, he had a broken leg and decided he could still play some NFL games.

Dude’s different.

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Terrance Ferguson reveals which Rams player has helped him the most so far (ramswire)

“Even though the Rams essentially drafted Ferguson to be Higbee’s replacement, the veteran nicknamed “Higs” has no problem helping the rookie along. When asked which players have helped him the most, Ferguson immediately mentioned Higbee.

“Higs is someone who jumps right off the bat,” Ferguson said this week. “I would say all the tight ends, though, have really leaned in and really helped me out – whether it’s the playbook, little subtle things that makes Higs great, being a veteran guy like that knowing and playing a lot of ball. Just being willing to pour into a young guy like me. I would say Higs has been especially big.”

Matthew Stafford leads Los Angeles Rams in thrilling quest for another Super Bowl triumph (motociclismo.pt)

“Matthew Stafford’s journey to the Rams was marked by years of perseverance and dedication. Known for his resilience and strategic prowess on the field, Stafford has become a linchpin in the Rams’ offensive strategy. His ability to read the game and make decisive plays has earned him the respect and trust of his teammates. Stafford’s leadership extends beyond the field, as he inspires a culture of determination and unity within the team.”

Rams $9 million investment named biggest make-or-break player in 2025 (sportingnews.com)

“After posting a solid 65.0 PFF pass-blocking grade in 2023, left guard Steve Avila saw his 2024 season marred by an early injury,” PFF writes. “He also lost valuable preseason reps at guard while going through a temporary trial at center. The Rams will need Avila to greatly improve upon his 50.6 PFF pass-blocking grade from last season in order to protect their aging quarterback.”

The pass protection as a whole is a big question mark for the Rams. Should they want to repeat as NFC West champions and make a run at their second Super Bowl of the Matthew Stafford era, they will need to keep the veteran quarterback upright.”

Random Ramsdom Fandom: Interesting to think of Kyle Pitts in Rams gear (By Benzo 666 on May 31, 2025)

“I just saw that Falcons are taking calls RE-possibly trading Pitts for a Day 2 draft pick. Considering most pundits were calling him the “can’t miss pick” of his draft class, IMO he hasn’t lived up to those proclamations. However maybe a change of scenery is what he needs? Part of me likes to wonder what McVay could do w/a TE w/elite athleticism.

So far McVay has always kind of gotten a compromise when it comes to the draft. In ‘17 he had his eyes on Engram but he was long gone by the time Rams drafted Everett in Rd.2. Then last season apparently Rams tried to move up to draft last season rookie phenom Brock Bowers. This past April they used their 2nd Rd pick to take Ferguson whom they said they would have picked had they not moved back. I always take those kind of statements with a hefty dose of salt.

I have a suspicion that Pitts has work-ethic issues. There have been whispers RE-his knowledge of the playbook. For the Falcons, a team grooming a promising young QB while at the same time looking to deal a player drafted in the top five, at a position considered a young QB’s(& veteran QB’s for that matter)security blanket makes me wonder about possible other issues beyond said work-ethic.

All that said, with Higbee coming back and having just spent a high draft pick on a TE the Rams apparently really like, I highly doubt the Rams will be one of the Falcons possible trade partners.”