St. Louis Rams 2009 NFL Draft Needs

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Rams Draft Needs
Urgent: The St. Louis Rams must draft the successor to future Hall of Fame left offensive tackle Orlando Pace. A franchise strong side linebacker is needed as those who share time at the position are decent backups at best. If the Rams feel that Marc Bulger has less than two years left, then a franchise quarterback suddenly becomes an urgent need.

Strong: The Rams need a franchise corner to pair with Fakhir Brown as Tye Hill and the others have not been inspirational to say the least. A running back with breakaway speed is needed to pair with Brian Leonard as the thunder as Steven Jackson shows signs of wear.

Moderate: The Rams strongly need another young defensive tackle to rotate with Adam Carriker and Clifton Ryan as La'Roi Glover is venerable. Another defensive end is needed to rotate with Victor Adeyanju opposite Chris Long for the future as Leonard Little is long in the tooth. Another weakside linebacker is needed due to Pisa Tinoisamoa's injury history.

Nice to Have: Another strong safety to alternate and push Todd Johnson and replace Corey Chavous would be nice to have. Another center to push Brett Romberg and Cory Withrow would be beneficial.

Wild Card: How much does Marc Bulger have left? Can the Rams wait another year before drafting their future franchise quarterback in order to rebuild the rest of the team?

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