The Rams loaded up in free agency on the offensive side of the football so they were determined to pick the best defensive player on the board in the first round and that was Adam Carriker.  Carriker can play either end or tackle because of his strength at the point of attack.  He also is a solid pass rusher that’s fast enough off of the edge.  He is a good player against the run and pass which is exactly what the Rams need.  He has nice size (6′6″, 296) and he’s fast for his size (4.8 40).  In 45 games at Nebraska (34 starts), Carriker made 134 tackles, had 41 tackles for a loss, 20.5 sacks, batted 6 passes and recovered a fumble.  This was a solid pick for the Rams in the first round.