The trade giving up the rights for Robert Griffin III will define Jeff Fisher’s career in St. Louis. The outcome of that trade has yet to be decided. For sure, the Rams are talented, deep and young. But do they have enough elite players on their roster to even make the playoffs? Sam Bradford will determine the answer to that question as well as Jeff Fisher’s legacy in St. Louis.

Greg Williams will field a nasty defense that will get after the Quarterback and create turnovers. There is quality young talent at every level of the defense except maybe safety, which is a big deal. Versatile safeties are important to not getting out schemed by today’s modern offensive strategies. The Rams are talented at all the other defensive positions to overcome some lack of talent and experience but not talented enough to overcome their safety deficiencies completely. This will be an issue for them throughout the season. At worst, though, the Rams are a top 12 defense.

A couple years ago, Sam Bradford looked to be on his way to “bust” status. He was ducking with the ball before pressure arrived and looked completely out of his depth. He bounced back last year and preformed well. However, he was injured for most of the season. He has plenty of weapons at his disposal this year and an offensive line that is potentially fantastic if Greg Robinson pans out. My gut feeling is the Sam picks up where he left off last year with even greater success. Get ready for the Greatest Show on Turf 2. Prediction: Squeaking into the playoffs with a 10-6 record.

EDIT: The injuries the Rams sustained in their third preseason game against the Browns were devastating. I feel bad for Bradford and Rams fans. Changing prediction to 6-10.