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Jim Thomas Live
The Rams beat writer goes one-on-one with readers from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday in a live chat.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008 01:00 PM CDT
Where's 2007's 1st rounder?: Does Carriker need to move to DE to make an impact on defense? We don't have much of a pass rush, and he didn't do much at defensive tackle on Sunday.

Thanks for your thoughts.

p.s. With Hasselbeck's hurt back and no receivers, I think we can make a game of it in Seattle.
Jim Thomas: I wouldn't call Carriker a natural pass rusher. I think if he played end it would have to be in a 3-4 scheme.
Ruben: Jim,
Thanks for taking my questions. After hearing from Mr. Rosenbloom and Linehan, do you believe a change of head coach can happen before end of the year or is this just a PR move to keep the fans from revolting, in hopes of getting a couple of wins?
Jim Thomas: I cannot predict with certainty what will happen. But I'll say this Chip Rosenbloom's comments were not a PR move.
Dino In Sacto: Hello Jim,
I am seeing more and more of Receivers pushing off to get open and nothing being called. Is is a trend in the league to get more points on the board for the fans?
Thanks for taking questions
Jim Thomas: I've noticed this too _ and not just in the Rams' game. The league always seems to favor the offense when it comes to rules changes and interpretations. They know offense is good for ratings. I also think, in general, there seems to be a trend towards "just letting 'em play." To me, the games seem to be called loosely so far this year.
erich_stlmo@yahoo.com: How long Burton might be out?
Jim Thomas: If he needs a 'scope to clean up the cartilage, we're talking about one month.
Aries: How close are we to seeing the front office get cleaned up. Also who do you speculate would be a viable candidate (other than Saunders and Haslett) for the interim HC. One last question, why is SJ only getting 13 carries a game?

Thanks,

Aries on the west coast
Jim Thomas: I was surprised Jackson didn't get more carries against the Giants. By now, Jackson should be up to speed, hold out or no hold out. I thought we'd see a greater commitment to the running game so far by Saunders.