Cardinals About To Sign QB?

"In a press conference Thursday night, Arizona Cardinals general manager Rod Graves was asked specifically about the rumor that the team had an "understanding" with impending free agent Marc Bulger. Graves passed the mic to head coach Ken Whisenhunt, who grinned before saying, "I don't know anything about that," according to Bob McManaman of the Arizona Republic (ESPN)."

They aren't allowed to have a deal yet, but it certainly seems like Bulger is going to be the QB of the Cardinals. Bulger was good for a couple of years in St. Louis, then got banged around a lot and fell apart. Maybe if the Cardinals can protect him, he can turn it all around. I mean Bulger has some great WRs to work with, so it could happen. If I was them I would feel a lot better going after someone like McNabb or Kolb, because Bulger is already 34, and it's been awhile since he has been "good". Still, it's an upgrade over anything they have, so I guess it makes sense.

Rams Cut Marc Bulger

The Rams cut Marc Bulger yesterday, which most likely means that Sam Bradford will be the #1 pick in the upcoming draft (good call DP). The question is what happens to Bulger now?

The hot rumor today is that the Steelers might jump on him as insurance in case this whole Big Ben raping chicks gets out of control. I don't think it would be a bad idea, but the Steelers offensive line would have to get a lot better. Bulger has shown in the past that he can be a serviceable QB, but he needs time in the pocket. When the Rams stopped blocking for him he folded then CC on a diet.

Still, what it comes down to is who would you rather trust...Batch or Bulger?

I would have to say I'd take Bulger even though Batch knows the system better.

Marc Bulger To Start?

At first glance, there was some thought that St. Louis Rams quarterback Marc Bulger was going to be out for the rest of the season because of a shoulder injury.

But faced with the prospect of leaving the offense in the hands of Kyle Boller, it looks like he might not even miss a game, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. ESPN

This is weird because earlier this week, we reported that Marc Bulger was out for the year with a shoulder injury. This really doesn't change my opinion on the Rams and how shitty they are. If anything this probably will hurt the Rams in the long run, because if Bulger can squeak a couple of wins here and there, it will probably raise their draft position.

Bulger Out For The Season?

"Just when things seemingly couldn't get any worse for the St. Louis Rams, league sources informed the St. Louis Post-Dispatch after the team's loss on Sunday that quarterback Marc Bulger has a torn rotator cuff in his throwing shoulder. Bulger faces an additional battery of medical tests today, but if those tests confirm a tear in the rotator cuff, it would be a season-ending injury for the QB that was already playing with a broken pinkie. If Bulger is, in fact, ruled out for the remainder of the season, the team will be in the hands of Kyle Boller (ESPN)."

Honestly, this could be a blessing in disguise for the Rams. It is obvious they will be a bottom 3 team this year, and it is really time to look for a new QB. Bulger is just to injury prone, and really hasn't been good in years. The good news for the Rams is that next draft should be loaded with QBs, but nothing will get better until they get better play out of their offensive line.

Bulger Breaks Finger

"St. Louis Rams quarterback Marc Bulger has fractured the pinkie finger of his throwing hand and could be out for at least two weeks (Sportsline)."

The Rams have been bad a long time now. Bulger had a couple good years, but he is always hurt, and when he isn't hurt he is getting sacked or throwing picks. He doesn't have the talent (at WR) that he used to have, so the focus of team now goes to their running game. The problem? Steven Jackson hasn't been the same since he got his big contract. He is also injury prone.

A lot of people think the Rams could breakout this year, but I'm not buying it. They just aren't a tough team, and their defense leaves something to be desired. Looks like it will be another long year in St. Louis.

Patriots Slip Past Rams 23-16

In a game that lacked running backs, Kevin Faulk was the player to put this game away for the Pats making a great TD catch with only 3:19 remaining. The Patriots improve to 5-2 on the season and are now tied for first place with Buffalo, with the 23-16 win over the Rams.

The Rams were without star running back Steven Jackson, but backup Antonio Pittman had a solid day rushing for 83 yards on 19 carries. The difference was at the end of the game Cassel, Faulk, and Moss made key plays to drive the Patriots down the field, while Bulger committed a horrible turnover to Delta O'Neal.

Randy Moss put up some good stats, but also made some costly drops, one of them being in the end zone. Still by the end of the game he had 7 receptions for over 100 yards, and seems to be getting on the same page as Cassel. Cassel, when he had time, looked very good, and I am getting more and more confident that he can run this offense, but he will be really tested over the next 5 weeks, as the Patriots play at Indianapolis, Buffalo, N.Y. Jets, at Miami, and Pittsburgh. Those 5 games will make or break the Patriots season, but I feel a lot better than I did a couple weeks ago.

-BMack

Jackson Against Bulger Benching

The Rams are already a mess, and now it seems that their locker room is getting torn to shreds. Steven Jackson (one of the only players that are good) came out today and slammed the decision to bench QB Marc Bulger.

"You just rewarded this man with a new contract last year, millions of dollars, and you bench him. Then if things do not work out with Trent, you go back. I don't like it at all," Jackson told St. Louis radio station KLOU on Thursday night. "I think there's a lot more people that could take the blame for this. I don't think it's fair that one person takes the blame."

You know what? Jackson is right. I rearly back players that speak out against a team, but this was a poor decision. It is the Bulger's fault that this teams sucks. He has no offensive line. His WRs won't take a hit, and even Torry Holt is not what he once was. On top of all of that they have one of the worst defenses I have ever seen. I will be really surprised if they team wins more then 2 games this year, and if I was Bulger I would demand a trade (I think Minnesota might be interested).

-BMack

Bulger To Bench, Green On The Highway to Hell

I'll admit I didn't see this coming. Bulger is not having a good year, but I thought they would stick with him, since they signed him to be the QB of the future (and present). The other thing that struck me about this, is that I thought Trent Green died after this hit...

Not only is he alive, but he will be the starting QB for the Rams. I really think this is a mistake. The Rams aren't going anywhere, and they really don't need Trent Green's death on their conscience. Honestly, I think he is a solid 70% chance that Trent Green will die before the season is out. Trent Green has concussion problems, and you are going to start him behind a line that couldn't block the URI's defensive line. Good luck Green, good luck...

-BMack