2012 NFL Draft: 7 Top Needs for the St. Louis Rams

December 10, 2011   ·   Shane Gray   ·   Jump to comments

Regardless of the St. Louis Rams' eventual draft slot, it is certain they will be selecting in the top five once again, barring a trade down.  St. Louis has selected in the top two each year since 2008, drawing mixed results with those picks.
In 2008 the Rams chose Chris Long of Virginia at number two.  Long has certainly blossomed. 
His 12 sacks are amongst the league leaders this season.
Last year, Long led the NFL in quarterback pressures notching over 40 while collecting eight and a half sacks.  This year, Long has a legitimate shot at the Pro Bowl.  With four games remaining, attaining the rare accomplishment of fifteen or more sacks is possible. 
It is all the more impressive considering the Rams are rarely playing with a lead.  If St. Louis led more often, other teams would throw more, giving Long more chances to rush the passer. 
In addition, Long doesn't have a Su...

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