The second Tutu Atwell was drafted by the Rams in the second round, he was going to have a hard time finding playing time as a rookie. The Rams already had Cooper Kupp, Robert Woods and Van Jefferson penciled in as their starting receivers, and DeSean Jackson came aboard as the fourth option.
That immediately left Atwell as WR5 before even taking the field for a single practice. For that reason, among others, Atwell has been counted out from the start, with many fans and analysts questioning the pick by the Rams.
After a difficult rookie year that ended early due to a shoulder injury, Atwell is ready to prove his doubters wrong. He shared a message for them on Twitter, saying he loves being counted out.
I love being counted out it be your own fans and family but it only makes me goes harder to prove you clowns wrong 💯
— Tutu Atwell Jr (@tutuatwell) March 22, 2022
I’ve came from nothing and got it out the mud Ian make it this far for no reason its all gone pay off just the beginning 💯🤫#Godgotme#Weworking
— Tutu Atwell Jr (@tutuatwell) March 22, 2022
Atwell didn’t touch the ball on offense last season, only contributing on special teams. He returned 10 punts for 54 yards and five kickoffs for 87 yards, playing 27 total snaps on special teams and just 10 on offense.
Offensive coordinator Liam Coen has already spoken about the desire to get more out of Atwell in 2022, attempting to figure out where he fits best on offense. Speed is Atwell’s biggest asset, so hopefully the Rams can find ways to utilize it next season.
