[Elvis]

[Elvis]

Mike Thomas signs with Bengals:

[R4L]

Mike Thomas signs with Bengals:

Kentucky fried chicken hands. Couldn't catch a cold.

[snackdaddy]

Thomas was a nice special teams player. But those guys are not hard to replace. His receiving skills are very lacking. He shoulda changed to DB. A lot of those guys play the position because they can't catch.

[Hacksaw]

I'd rather have a DB that can cover and catch. Good luck in Cincy. Frozen chicken hands.

[Elvis]

[PARAM]

Darn it.

Well it says something about your team when your free agents are snatched up quickly. Well I guess it could say a lot of things but the one I'm thinking about is....good team.

[actionjack]

Lindsey's take on the moves to date.

https://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-r ... t-signings

Leonard Floyd, outside linebacker

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The Rams quickly replaced Dante Fowler Jr., by signing the former Bear to a one-year deal.

What it means: Floyd will immediately fill the role of Fowler, who has agreed to a three-year, $48 million contract with Falcons. Floyd has a history with new Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley, who was his position coach for two seasons in Chicago. Last season, Floyd had 12 quarterback hits and three sacks.

What's the risk: The No. 9 overall pick in the 2016 draft, the Bears chose to release Floyd rather than have him play out his fifth-year option. In Chicago, Floyd was widely considered a regrettable selection with a first-round pick. However, as the market for pass rushers thins out, a one-year deal is low risk for the Rams and it could turn out in their favor if Floyd can play up to the potential he once was known for.

NFL free agency is off and running, and we're keeping track of every major signing, trade and release of the 2020 offseason, with analysis from our NFL Nation reporters and grades from Bill Barnwell. The new league year begins March 18 at 4 p.m. ET, which means free-agent signings can be made official after that. The first round of the 2020 NFL draft begins April 23.

Here's a breakdown of every 2020 NFL free-agent signing by the Los Angeles Rams, and how each will impact the upcoming season:

Leonard Floyd, outside linebacker

2020 Free Agency | Rams

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The Rams quickly replaced Dante Fowler Jr., by signing the former Bear to a one-year deal.

What it means: Floyd will immediately fill the role of Fowler, who has agreed to a three-year, $48 million contract with Falcons. Floyd has a history with new Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley, who was his position coach for two seasons in Chicago. Last season, Floyd had 12 quarterback hits and three sacks.

What's the risk: The No. 9 overall pick in the 2016 draft, the Bears chose to release Floyd rather than have him play out his fifth-year option. In Chicago, Floyd was widely considered a regrettable selection with a first-round pick. However, as the market for pass rushers thins out, a one-year deal is low risk for the Rams and it could turn out in their favor if Floyd can play up to the potential he once was known for.
Andrew Whitworth, offensive tackle

The Rams left tackle, at age 38, agreed to a three-year deal to return to the team.

What it means: It was critical for the Rams to come to terms with Whitworth on a new deal, as they have yet to determine who could replace the veteran left tackle. Since joining the Rams in 2017, Whitworth has provided stability in protecting quarterback Jared Goff, and has proven himself as a leader not only on the line, but throughout the locker room and L.A. community.

What's the risk: It is no secret Whitworth is getting older. He turned 38 in December and now is entering his 15th season. Last season, he saw a spike in penalties, committing 14, which amounted to the NFL's second-highest total. Though Whitworth agreed to a three-year deal, it will be important that the Rams soon develop a young left tackle who can step in if needed.


Austin Blythe, guard
2020 NFL Free Agency

The Rams re-signed one of their most versatile offensive linemen, bringing Blythe back on a one-year deal.

What it means:Blythe agreed to return on a one-year deal, ensuring that the Rams will be able to keep some continuity on a young and developing offensive line. Blythe earned a starting role in 2018 and has proved his versatility since, playing left guard, right guard and center. His return gives the Rams some flexibility as they await center Brian Allen's return from a season-ending knee injury.

What's the risk:There is no risk in re-signing Blythe. He has proven to be durable and reliable the last two seasons. He is a steady starter and also can fill any role on the interior of the line.
A'Shawn Robinson, defensive tackle

The Rams agreed to a two-year deal with former Detroit Lions defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson, a source confirmed to ESPN.

What it means: Robinson feels a definite need for the Rams on the defensive line after losing veteran defensive lineman Michael Brockers to the Ravens in free agency, and with questions still surrounding the development of defensive tackle Greg Gaines.

What's the risk: Robinson was a part-time player in Detroit and it remains uncertain how significant of a load he can play going forward. A second-round pick in 2016 from Alabama, he only has one season in the NFL in which he started all 16 games. He played only a 13-game season in both 2018 and 2019. A two-year, $17-million, depending on how it is structured, could be concerning.

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