Jackson learns quickly that new St. Louis Rams coach is “a disciplinarian . . . a str

[RamWraith]

By Bill Coats
St. Louis Post-Dispatch


Like his Rams teammates, running back Steven Jackson is still getting to know new coach Steve Spagnuolo. Still, Jackson had learned this much:

“You can tell he’s definitely a disciplinarian . . . a straight shooter,” Jackson said Thursday after the second of two minicamp practices. “There’s no gray areas. He’s going to tell you what he expects and coach you up.”

That could be just what the Rams need, Jackson mused, after going 5-27 over the past two seasons. “You could definitely feel the tempo, the change of the team, the aggressiveness of the defense now and the timing of the offense,” he said. “It looks to be exciting. We have a lot to learn still, and it’s good to start.”

Jackson also is excited about the free-agent acquistions of center Jason Brown and fullback Mike Karney. “Both guys are big-time pickups for us,” Jackson said. “We’re really excited that we were able to sign Mike and then put the icing on the cake with a center that comes from an organization that is known for running. I think they’re really going to help us out.”

All for now . . . more Friday.

[TheTalkOfTheArch]

I'm glad Jackson's happy now just stay healthy

[Irishrover40]

Lord what a difference just 4 months makes!!!!!!!!! There's " a new sheriff in town" and today I am really looking forward to the 2009 season!!!!!!!!!! GO RAMS!!!!!!!

[Mooselini]

Jackson seems happy. Lets hope he can stay healthy? Do I hear MVP?!?!?!?!

[txramsfan]

I don't think I hear MVP yet because well, they are still coming off a 2-14 season. Every team is undefeated right now.

[laram0]

I don't think I hear MVP yet because well, they are still coming off a 2-14 season. Every team is undefeated right now.

So we are tied for 1st?

Playoffs?!