answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

The franchise was originated in Cleveland in 1936 as a member of the American Football League. In 1937 the team joined the NFL. Principal owner Homer Marshman and his general manager, Damon "Buzz" Wetzel picked the Rams name because Wetzel had said his favorite football team had always been the Fordham Rams and Marshman liked the sound of the name.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

There are several reasons why the Rams moved to St. Louis in 1995. At the time the Rams were playing in Anaheim Stadium, which was 15 to 20 years old, in bad condition and was shared with the Anaheim Angels. The Rams also had the deal with the LA Raiders who they (Rams management) felt were eroding the Rams fan base. Finally, the Rams owner had little or no outside income other than moneys generated from the team. By moving the team, Rams ownership solved all her problems with one move. First, the team moved into a brand new stadium that they didn't have to share with any other tenant and no other football team within a 100 mile radius. Second and most importantly for Georgia, (the Rams owner) she received a large payment for the move, insuring that she could live the rest of her life in luxury.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

Their original owner was a fan of the college team the Fordham Rams.

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Where did the Saint Louis rams get their name?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Where do the the Saint Louis rams play?

st luise


Who is the rival of the San Francisco 49ers?

The Saint Louis Rams


Which NFL team is known as Ewe's Mate?

Saint Louis Rams


Who Arch rivals of the Saint Louis Rams?

The San Fransisco 49ers.


In 2000 who was the head coach of the Saint Louis Rams?

Mike Martz - 2000 was his first season as Rams' head coach.


What NFL team is near the Santa Fe trail?

Saint Louis Rams


Who was the Saint Louis Rams first round draft pick in 2008?

In the first round St.Louis Rams picked Chris Long


What is the St. Louis Rams email address?

St. Louis Rams Community Relations One Rams Way Saint Louis, MO 63045


Is the Saint Louis Rams uniform better than the New Orleans Saints uniform?

No.


Why is Saint Louis leading Seattle?

Because the Rams beat the Seahawks in St. Louis already and have an overall better record.


How did St. Louis Rams got their name?

From the Cleveland Rams when they moved to Los Angeles.


Which football teams name RAMS?

Current St. Louis Rams Former Los Angeles Rams Cleveland Rams