St. Louis signs two linemen

ST. LOUIS -- Defensive tackle John Parella and offensive tackle Matt Willig signed one-year contracts Saturday with the St. Louis Rams.

Parella is a 12-year veteran.

Willig, entering his 14th season, is entering his second stint with the Rams after playing with them in their 1999 Super Bowl championship year.

Last year, he started nine games at right tackle. The Rams are short at that position since first-round pick Alex Barron remains a holdout and backup Grant Williams is sidelined with a back injury.

Guard Rex Tucker has been moved to starting right tackle.

The Rams played an evening light-contact scrimmage Saturday at Washington University that drew about 4,500 people.