Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower visit with Browns Wire's Jeff Risdon and Stampede Blue's Matt Danely to discuss the rebuilds taking place in Cleveland and Indianapolis. First, the guys talk with Risdon, who breaks down why the Browns took Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. Risdon also analyzes the rest of the team's draft and free agent moves as well. Then Danely gives the latest update on Colts quarterback Andrew Luck and his recovery from su...
Jun 22, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 119
Derek Ciapala and Steve Rebeiro visit with Fox Sports Radio 97.7 and BS & Beer host David Romero to discuss the New Orleans Saints and their moves this offseason. The guys also break down the Rams' undrafted free agent signings and other good stuff. The guys begin the show by going through the team's undrafted free agents. They outline which members will likely make the team and which ones have the odds stacked against them. Then David Romero joins the show with his unique perspective on the...
Jun 19, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 118
You know football season is creeping near when our Tour Around the League starts winding down. This week we visit with Locked on Titans' Terry Lambert to discuss the Tennessee Titans' moves this offseason. Then NJ.com and Newark Star-Ledger Giants beat writer Ryan Dunleavy discusses the current rebuild underway in the New York Giants organization. Derek Ciapala and Blaine Grisak throw several questions Lambert's way. He discusses the improvements made on both the offense and defense, and he also...
Jun 14, 2018•46 min•Ep. 117
Derek Ciapala sits down with ESPN 1530/WLW 700's Mo Egger to discuss the Cincinnati Bengals' offseason and Redskins Capital Connection analyst and former Washington Redskin Robert Henson talks about his former club. One of the best in the business, Egger explains why the Bengals kept head coach Marvin Lewis, despite his recent struggles. He also discusses the other issues that have held the Bengals back over the years. Then Henson provides an enlightening perspective on what makes quarterback Al...
Jun 12, 2018•51 min•Ep. 116
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower venture into AFC North territory in this episode of Rams Talk Radio. First, Derek sits down with Steel City Underground founder and executive editor Joe Kuzma to get the lowdown on the Pittsburgh Steelers' 2018 offseason. Then Russell Street Report analyst Ken McKusick joins the show to break down the Baltimore Ravens' offseason moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 07, 2018•56 min•Ep. 115
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower visit with former Los Angeles Rams safety Michael Stewart and NBCLA Rams/Chargers beat writer Nick Hamilton. Stewart updates the guys on his life after the game and also shares his memories playing for the Rams. He tells the story of how close he was to not playing in the NFL. Then Hamilton gives his thoughts on everything from the Rams' return to Los Angeles, the "Battle for L.A." and the infamous Jeff Fisher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
Jun 06, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 114
Rams Talk's Derek Ciapala checks in with Cowboys Cast host Bobby Belt and Welcome to Perfectville host Sam Marcoux. First, Ciapala and Belt discuss what really happened between the Cowboys and Dez Bryant. They also analyze what has held back the Cowboys from reaching the Super Bowl for over two decades. Then Marcoux joins the show to talk about Ryan Tannehill's return and what the Miami Dolphins have done overall this offseason. Finally, Marcoux and Ciapala exchange notes on Robert Quinn and Nda...
Jun 01, 2018•57 min•Ep. 113
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower continue Rams Talk Radio's tour around the league with Locked on Falcons' host Aaron Freeman and USA Today Lions Wire writer and Lions Breakdown host Erik Schlitt. First, the guys talk with Freeman, who goes over the Falcons' offseason changes. He discusses what the team did to replace Dontari Poe and improve the offense. Then Schlitt explains the Matt Patricia situation. He also talks about the moves the Lions made to finally fix their running game. Finally, the...
May 27, 2018•51 min•Ep. 112
Derek Ciapala and Steve Rebeiro continue Rams Talk's tour around the league with Pack to the Future's The Sweep host Fred Thurston and NJ.com Philadelphia Eagles beat writer Zack Rosenblatt. First, the guys visit with Thurston, who explains where the Packers are in their relationship with quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the moves the team made to improve in the offseason. Thurston outlines the reasoning behind the Packers' draft run on the secondary as well. Then Rosenblatt describes the Eagles' o...
May 21, 2018•1 hr•Ep. 110
The Rams Talk tour around the league continues with AM 1510 and FM 94.5 ESPN Kansas City (Almost) Entirely Sports host Joshua Brisco and Houston Sports Talk and Locked on Texans host Robert Land to talk Chiefs and Texans offseasons. First, Brisco joins the show to talk about the Chiefs' defensive improvements and Patrick Mahomes taking over at quarterback. He also talks a little Sammy Watkins and the Chiefs' draft. Then Land updates us on DeShaun Watson's recovery and the efforts the team made t...
May 17, 2018•56 min•Ep. 109
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower visit with USA Today Jaguars Wire managing editor and Jags Den podcast host James Johnson to talk about the Jacksonville Jaguars' moves this offseason. Then we interview the Pewter Report's Trevor Sikkema to get the lowdown on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' moves thus far. Each give their take on what the Los Angeles Rams have done this offseason as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 13, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 108
Derek Ciapala and Steve Rebeiro check in with the Denver Broncos with Mile High Sports' Bronco Blitz host Ronnie Kohrt. Then they visit with Da Bears Brothers' Brandon Hazelett to discuss the Chicago Bears' roster improvements. Finally, the guys talk about what they want to see out of the Rams' young players in OTAs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 10, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 107
Derek Ciapala, Norm Hightower and Johnny Gomez continue Rams Talk's Tour Around the League with Raiderssnakepit's Bill Williamson and Locked on Vikings' Sam Ekstrom. Then former Los Angeles Rams' great Jim Everett visits to talk about the team's draft and offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 08, 2018•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 106
Derek Ciapala, Norm Hightower and Johnny Gomez sit down with USA Today Cardswire's Jess Root to get an overview of the Arizona Cardinals' 2018 offseason. Then Bolts from the Blue's Garrett Sisti joins the show to break down the Los Angeles Chargers' offseason. Finally, the guys end the show with a brief, and let us stress brief, discussion on the newest Los Angeles Rams uniform news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 04, 2018•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 105
Derek Ciapala, Norm Hightower, and Johnny Gomez visit with Legion of 12/USA Today Seahawks Wire's Corbin Smith to discuss the offseason up in Seattle. Then 49ersHub's Kevin Molina joins to explain where the 49ers stand after an eventual offseason. Finally, Rams Talk Radio tops it all off with rookie Rams DE John Franklin-Myers, who addresses what it will take to be successful and prove himself in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 02, 2018•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 104
Norm Hightower, Johnny Gomez, and Derek Ciapala break down the Los Angeles Rams' 2018 draft class. They go through each pick and look at what role these young rookies will play for the Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 30, 2018•52 min•Ep. 103
Derek Ciapala, Norm Hightower and Johnny Gomez break down the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. They analyze the Rams' two picks in the round and the players still left on the draft board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 28, 2018•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 102
Derek Ciapala, Johnny Gomez, and Norm Hightower pick up where they left off with the first round of the draft. They dissect the high impact picks and analyze the Los Angeles Rams' only selection of the first three rounds, offensive tackle Joseph Noteboom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 27, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 101
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower go through the first 14 picks of the 2018 NFL Draft. They debate the Cleveland Browns' surprise decisions and analyst how the other teams met their needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 26, 2018•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 100
The guys bring it with a packed 100th episode. Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower look at the 2018 NFL Draft with CBS Sports' Eric Galko. Then Norm sits down with Rams' legendary Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood to discuss his life and career on and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 22, 2018•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 99
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower go over the 2018 Los Angeles Rams schedule, featuring five primetime games. They also discuss the upcoming draft with NFL insider Benjamin Allbright. Finally, the profile linebackers and edge rushers available in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 20, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 98
Derek Ciapala and Steve Rebeiro look at the status of the Battle of L.A. and the Los Angeles Rams' newfound status as a destination team. They also discuss a recent article arguing that it's not a given the Rams reach the Super Bowl next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 17, 2018•55 min•Ep. 97
Derek Ciapala and Steve Rebeiro discuss the Los Angeles Rams' 2018 preseason schedule, the end of the "Color Rush" uniform, and Robert Quinn's remarks about the Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 13, 2018•54 min•Ep. 96
Steve Rebeiro and Johnny Gomez grade the Los Angeles Rams' offseason moves. They also look at the team's options in the third round of the upcoming 2018 NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 11, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 95
Norm Hightower and Derek Ciapala break down the L.A. Rams' deal for New England Patriots wide receiver Brandin Cooks. They debate the overall value of the deal and what else the Rams can do to fill holes on the 2018 roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 04, 2018•38 min•Ep. 94
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower debate a rumored move for New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski. They also answer your questions in a huge mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 03, 2018•56 min•Ep. 93
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower look at the L.A. Rams' possible trade for New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. They also respond to Fox Sports' Jason Whitlock's comments on the Rams being arrogant. Finally, they break down the impact Ndamukong Suh will make on the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 30, 2018•48 min•Ep. 92
Derek Ciapala, Norm Hightower and Steve Rebeiro break down the Los Angeles Rams' signing of 5-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. They also address rumors the Rams are interested in New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 26, 2018•49 min•Ep. 91
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower discuss the Los Angeles Rams' wait on DT Ndamukong Suh and the remaining free agency market. They also discuss which teams were the best in Rams' history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 26, 2018•47 min•Ep. 90
Derek Ciapala and Norm Hightower discuss DL Ndamukong Suh's visit with the Los Angeles Rams. They look at how he fits on the roster, how much he'd cost, and what potentially signing him says about the team. The guys also question whether or not another free agent, Johnathan Hankins, is a better fit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 21, 2018•44 min•Ep. 89
