Football Rams release Orlando Pace - Page 2

**OnTheWarpath15** · 03-10-2009, 02:56 PM

As expected. Plan on Jason Smith being the 2nd overall pick.

http://www.rotoworld.com/content/pla...ort=NFL&id=394

FD · 03-10-2009, 03:16 PM

He's got a couple years left. He's not ancient so much as injuries killed his seasons in 2006 and 2007. I suspect he'll get some phone calls from the Bay area.

kcxiv · 03-10-2009, 03:25 PM

wouldnt mind him at this point in his career at right tackle. We need help on the online in the worst way. I dont care if the guys are young or old, but they have to keep Cassel upright.

ChiefRon · 03-10-2009, 03:27 PM

Yeah, let's bring in Pace, Brooks, and Harrison.

raybec 4 · 03-10-2009, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by kcxiv

wouldnt mind him at this point in his career at right tackle. We need help on the online in the worst way. I dont care if the guys are young or old, but they have to keep Cassel upright.

Yep, but a guy who can't get out of the trainers room and on the field is no help at all.

talastan · 03-10-2009, 03:31 PM

http://www.profootballtalk.com/2009/...-release-pace/

RAMS RELEASE PACE
Posted by Mike Florio on March 10, 2009, 4:43 p.m. EDT
The St. Louis Rams have announced that tackle Orlando Pace, the No. 1 overall pick in the 1997 draft, has been released.

We recently were told that the Rams had been “trying like hell” to trade Pace. Howard Balzer of the Sports Xchange pointed out earlier today that the move will save the Rams $5.975 million against the 2009 salary cap.

“I can’t begin to thank Orlando for all he has meant to the Rams organization, since we selected him with the first overall pick in the 1997 draft,” said Rams Owner/Chairman Chip Rosenbloom in a team-issued release. “It is never easy to end a relationship that has had as much success as ours, but in the best interest of Orlando and the Rams, we feel now is the right time. As a Super Bowl Champion and seven-time Pro Bowler, he has been a true professional and will always go down as one of the finest Rams of all time. We wish him, Carla and their children the very best as they move onto the next chapter of their football journey.”

It remains to be seen where that next chapter unfolds. Injured for much of 2006 and 2007, he played most of last season.

Though he’s no longer among the best left tackles in the game, he’s better than most left tackles on most other NFL teams.

Our guess is that the Raiders, who cut Kwame Harris and who opted not to sign Khalif Barnes, could be interested. The Bengals might eyeball Pace, who went to Ohio State, as a possible replacement for Stacey Andrews.

The Ravens also are looking for tackles. The Vikings might be interested in Pace as an option on the right side, given that they were believed in some circles to be interested in making a run at Carolina’s Jordan Gross.

In Kansas City, Pace would provide instant leadership in the locker room, and give 2008 rookie Brendan Albert more time to develop.

Bottom line? If T.O. got another job in two days, Pace should be able to find a new home just as quickly.

Idiots, Albert was developed enough, if we did pick Pace up, put him at RT or maybe transition inside to RG?

kcxiv · 03-10-2009, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by raybec 4

Yep, but a guy who can't get out of the trainers room and on the field is no help at all.

Thats why you bring him in, give him a physical, if he passes, you sign him to a reasonable contract. If he doesn't, you tell him to move on. lol

raybec 4 · 03-10-2009, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by talastan

http://www.profootballtalk.com/2009/...-release-pace/

RAMS RELEASE PACE
Posted by Mike Florio on March 10, 2009, 4:43 p.m. EDT
The St. Louis Rams have announced that tackle Orlando Pace, the No. 1 overall pick in the 1997 draft, has been released.

We recently were told that the Rams had been “trying like hell” to trade Pace. Howard Balzer of the Sports Xchange pointed out earlier today that the move will save the Rams $5.975 million against the 2009 salary cap.

“I can’t begin to thank Orlando for all he has meant to the Rams organization, since we selected him with the first overall pick in the 1997 draft,” said Rams Owner/Chairman Chip Rosenbloom in a team-issued release. “It is never easy to end a relationship that has had as much success as ours, but in the best interest of Orlando and the Rams, we feel now is the right time. As a Super Bowl Champion and seven-time Pro Bowler, he has been a true professional and will always go down as one of the finest Rams of all time. We wish him, Carla and their children the very best as they move onto the next chapter of their football journey.”

It remains to be seen where that next chapter unfolds. Injured for much of 2006 and 2007, he played most of last season.

Though he’s no longer among the best left tackles in the game, he’s better than most left tackles on most other NFL teams.

Our guess is that the Raiders, who cut Kwame Harris and who opted not to sign Khalif Barnes, could be interested. The Bengals might eyeball Pace, who went to Ohio State, as a possible replacement for Stacey Andrews.

The Ravens also are looking for tackles. The Vikings might be interested in Pace as an option on the right side, given that they were believed in some circles to be interested in making a run at Carolina’s Jordan Gross.

In Kansas City, Pace would provide instant leadership in the locker room, and give 2008 rookie Brendan Albert more time to develop.

Bottom line? If T.O. got another job in two days, Pace should be able to find a new home just as quickly.

Idiots, Albert was developed enough, if we did pick Pace up, put him at RT or maybe transition inside to RG?

How would signing Pace give Albert more time to develop? It's not as if he wouldn't still be the starter at some OL position.

**The Franchise** · 03-10-2009, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by talastan

In Kansas City, Pace would provide instant leadership in the locker room, and give 2008 rookie Brendan Albert more time to develop.

JFC

raybec 4 · 03-10-2009, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kcxiv

Thats why you bring him in, give him a physical, if he passes, you sign him to a reasonable contract. If he doesn't, you tell him to move on. lol

What would be a reasonable contract for someone who has proven too injury prone to play 16 games?

kcxiv · 03-10-2009, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raybec 4

What would be a reasonable contract for someone who has proven too injury prone to play 16 games?

Thats not my job. I am not a GM, just a fan that wants his offensive line to have someone other then Sackintosh in there.

Wilson8 · 03-10-2009, 03:38 PM

I think a lot of risk if you sign him and depend on him.

Sept 11, 2007 -
ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis Rams offensive tackle Orlando Pace will miss the rest of the season with a torn labrum and rotator cuff in his right shoulder suffered in the season opener Sunday.

The injury is Pace's second season-ender in two games, after tearing his left triceps last November. Coach Scott Linehan said this one could be career-threatening.

Team physician Dr. Matt Matava estimated a six-month rehab period while calling it a "correctable injury."

"I think it's too soon to say what implications there are for his future," Linehan said. "I would think it's all up to the mind-set of Orlando and how he responds to another recovery to a season-ending injury
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3013232

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 03-10-2009, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Let's just call it a hunch.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeezNutz

Are you ****ers talkin shit on me taking Smith in the mock? Don't make me, make me, make you, make me...........

**OnTheWarpath15** · 03-10-2009, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

Are you ****ers talkin shit on me taking Smith in the mock? Don't make me, make me, make you, make me...........

I'm not.

DN might be.

Wilson8 · 03-10-2009, 03:57 PM

Will he play right tackle for right tackle money?

Probably not so show interest and try to drive up the price for Oakland. I don't think you can depend on him to be healthy and you don't want to mess with Branden Albert's growth at left tackle by bringing in Orlando Pace and moving Branden around to other positions. We need a center, right guard, and right tackle to improve the line. I don't think Orlando will help. Sign a free agent right guard or right tackle to improve the team.

Miles · 03-10-2009, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by chiefs1111

Im sure the Eagles will take a look at him since they lost Tra Thomas

They had already signed Stacy Andrews before Thomas left.

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03-10-2009, 03:16 PM	#16
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kcxiv In Search of a Life Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Central Valley, Cali Casino cash: $8697996	wouldnt mind him at this point in his career at right tackle. We need help on the online in the worst way. I dont care if the guys are young or old, but they have to keep Cassel upright.
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03-10-2009, 03:31 PM	#20
talastan Manning, we're coming for you! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Springfield, Mo Casino cash: $10004950	http://www.profootballtalk.com/2009/...-release-pace/ RAMS RELEASE PACE Posted by Mike Florio on March 10, 2009, 4:43 p.m. EDT The St. Louis Rams have announced that tackle Orlando Pace, the No. 1 overall pick in the 1997 draft, has been released. We recently were told that the Rams had been “trying like hell” to trade Pace. Howard Balzer of the Sports Xchange pointed out earlier today that the move will save the Rams $5.975 million against the 2009 salary cap. “I can’t begin to thank Orlando for all he has meant to the Rams organization, since we selected him with the first overall pick in the 1997 draft,” said Rams Owner/Chairman Chip Rosenbloom in a team-issued release. “It is never easy to end a relationship that has had as much success as ours, but in the best interest of Orlando and the Rams, we feel now is the right time. As a Super Bowl Champion and seven-time Pro Bowler, he has been a true professional and will always go down as one of the finest Rams of all time. We wish him, Carla and their children the very best as they move onto the next chapter of their football journey.” It remains to be seen where that next chapter unfolds. Injured for much of 2006 and 2007, he played most of last season. Though he’s no longer among the best left tackles in the game, he’s better than most left tackles on most other NFL teams. Our guess is that the Raiders, who cut Kwame Harris and who opted not to sign Khalif Barnes, could be interested. The Bengals might eyeball Pace, who went to Ohio State, as a possible replacement for Stacey Andrews. The Ravens also are looking for tackles. The Vikings might be interested in Pace as an option on the right side, given that they were believed in some circles to be interested in making a run at Carolina’s Jordan Gross. In Kansas City, Pace would provide instant leadership in the locker room, and give 2008 rookie Brendan Albert more time to develop. Bottom line? If T.O. got another job in two days, Pace should be able to find a new home just as quickly. Idiots, Albert was developed enough, if we did pick Pace up, put him at RT or maybe transition inside to RG? __________________ Can we please just draft AND DEVELOP a QB - est. since 1983 Check out my band: Truett and the Traitors Last edited by talastan; 03-10-2009 at 03:44 PM..
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03-10-2009, 03:38 PM	#26
Wilson8 Veteran Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Kansas City Casino cash: $2887557	I think a lot of risk if you sign him and depend on him. Sept 11, 2007 - ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis Rams offensive tackle Orlando Pace will miss the rest of the season with a torn labrum and rotator cuff in his right shoulder suffered in the season opener Sunday. The injury is Pace's second season-ender in two games, after tearing his left triceps last November. Coach Scott Linehan said this one could be career-threatening. Team physician Dr. Matt Matava estimated a six-month rehab period while calling it a "correctable injury." "I think it's too soon to say what implications there are for his future," Linehan said. "I would think it's all up to the mind-set of Orlando and how he responds to another recovery to a season-ending injury http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3013232
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03-10-2009, 03:57 PM	#29
Wilson8 Veteran Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Kansas City Casino cash: $2887557	Will he play right tackle for right tackle money? Probably not so show interest and try to drive up the price for Oakland. I don't think you can depend on him to be healthy and you don't want to mess with Branden Albert's growth at left tackle by bringing in Orlando Pace and moving Branden around to other positions. We need a center, right guard, and right tackle to improve the line. I don't think Orlando will help. Sign a free agent right guard or right tackle to improve the team.
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