James

Hall

Hall is the fifth Rams veteran to be jettisoned ahead of Tuesday’s start of free agency, and the third defensive lineman. Still a productive pass rusher, Hall was due a reasonable $2.75 million, but doesn’t make sense for a rebuilding club at the age of 35. He likely won’t approach the 737 snaps he played in 2011 next season, but should draw interest as a pass-rushing specialist.

The Rams are already down to third- and fourth-stringers on the offensive line and at cornerback, so it’s just more of the same for LeVoir and Gordy.

The Lions defensive front four has been dominant at times this season. Shaun Rogers should be headed for the Pro Bowl and Dan Wilkinson is playing well.

He’s far exceeded his career high and is setting himself up for a nice payday this winter.

Hall is considered day to day at this time. More information later in the week.

“He might be a game-time decision,” coach Steve Mariucci said. “But if he’s able to, he’ll suit up.” When healthy, Hall is a solid defensive linemen in IDP leagues -- he had 11.5 sacks last year.

“My concern is that he sucks it up and plays ... then has to come out in the first quarter because it is just not right,” coach Steve Mariucci said. “I want to try to avoid that.”

Hall’s groin injury has lingered all season long.