Quote:Ugh...don't remind me.

 

Then the wheels fell off practically overnight, it seems. I akin that Rams team to the 98-99 Utah Jazz (who I also supported). If it weren't for the 49ers/Bulls, both of those teams would've likely had 2 World Titles. Now, I need a drink. 

 

I'm going to assume you have some affinity for Detroit given your avatar, what is/was your take on Herman Moore?

 

 One thing that I thought hurt the Los Angeles Rams greatly is the draft mistakes they made with most of the draft resources they received in the 3 way trade with the Bills and Colts involving Eric Dickerson.   It seemed like the talent level dropped quickly.   Eventually,  they didn't re-sign OLB-DE Kevin Greene,  who was the Clay Matthews ( Packers ) of his day.   He eventually became Matthews'  position coach in Green Bay for a number of seasons.   Once Kevin Greene left the Rams,   I'm sure it felt like the success the team had in the late 1980's felt like a distant memory.

 

 I've been a Lions fan since 1970.  Herman Moore is easily one of my 10 favorite Lions players on Offense in my 45 seasons rooting for the team.   Moore had tremendous size,  hands,  leaping ability,   and body control.   He was one of the best red zone receivers ever.   Moore didn't have a great 40 time but he was a legit deep threat because of his size and ball skills.   It also helped that he played most of his career with Barry Sanders,  who was the focal point of most opposing Defenses.    Unfortunately,  injuries led to a quick decline of Herman Moore's skills.    For much of Moore's career,  it felt like he had a chance to be a HOFer.   But he couldn't sustain his success in the new century.     Two other thoughts about Herman Moore is he's a class act and has excellent communication skills.    He took advantage of the opportunity that UVA's top notch communications program offers.    Moore has done plenty of broadcast work,  both during his playing career and since that time.   In fact,  Moore was one of the Lions pre-season announcers this summer and among other games did some of the analysis against the Jaguars.

 

 BTW,   I agree with you about Jake Reed being underrated as an NFL WR.   He complimented Cris Carter well.  

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