Brian Westbrook passes Rams physical

Despite 610 WIP’s radio personality Howard Eskin reporting in January that Brian Westbrook might be forced to retire because of his ailing left knee, the former Pro-Bowler passed a physical with the St Louis Rams over the weekend.

When healthy, the former Eagles running back is very productive.  During his eight-year career with Philadelphia he averaged 4.6 yards per carry and caught 426 passes for an additional 8.9 yards per game.  Westbrook also found the endzone a total of 66 times, not including a back-breaking punt return against New York in October, 2003.  Just needed to add that in there for Giants fans.

Both Steven Jackson and Brian Westbrook can provide first-overall pick Sam Bradford some added comfort in the backfield both running and cathing the ball.  What remains to be seen is if Westbrook’s knee and the Rams playing surface can get along.  Concussions might also be an issue.

I don’t want to jump the gun too quickly, Westbrook hasn’t signed with the Rams as of yet.  Him passing a physical could open up doors with other organizations.