Over at Grantland.com, Robert Mays recently had a little fun putting together what he termed the "Most Exciting Fantasy Football Team Imaginary Money Can Buy."
While the St. Louis Rams don't offer much value in terms of actual fantasy football -- such is life when you're essentially rebuilding an entire offense -- Mays' squad had a pretty strong Rams presence. Running backs Todd Gurley and Tre Mason and the Rams' defense landed spots on Mays' squad.
On Gurley, Mays writes that when he gets healthy, he's the type of back that comes with Adrian Peterson's game-changing ability. It remains to be seen when that will happen, which makes Gurley a bit of a roll of the dice in fantasy. He could pay off in a big way or he might not be the focal point of the offense soon enough to pay dividends for what he might cost.
Mason, of course, would be a necessary addition if you draft Gurley since he's the logical choice to carry the load until Gurley is ready.
As for the defense/special teams, well, I'll let Mays' words take care of it for you:
"Nick Fairley is a backup on this line. I don’t know what else there is to say. If you hate quarterbacks -- and man, do I -- this is the defense for you."
So there you have it.
I.C.Y.M.I.
A roundup of the weekend's Rams stories appearing on ESPN.com. ... On Friday night, we recapped the team's 18-3 preseason loss to the Oakland Raiders. ... Cornerback Trumaine Johnson made some big plays for the Rams as he takes over the starting job for E.J. Gaines. ... The Rams spent most of Saturday awaiting word on the health status of guard Rodger Saffold and linebacker Daren Bates. ... Those updates came on Sunday. ... Johnson and end Robert Quinn trolled Raiders fans during Friday's game. ... We looked back at three things to watch in the preseason opener, namely the penalties. ... We opened up the mailbag on Sunday with a focus on how the running back depth might shake out. ... The news then came that Gaines is lost for the season to a foot injury. ... Losing Gaines creates a trickle-down effect which could result in a job for an undrafted free agent rookie.
Elsewhere:
Kevin Seifert examines the use of drones in NFL practices.
Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant will not practice against the Rams.
Interesting take from Steelers LB James Harrison on his kids' participation trophies.
At 101sports.com, Rams quarterback Sean Mannion discussed the competition at his position.
At stltoday.com, Dan O'Neill writes that St. Louis is more than just a baseball town.
