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The Los Angeles Rams entered the 2026 offseason with a roster that didn't need many new additions, but they made three big splashes with Trent McDuffie, Myles Garrett and Jaylen Watson. They're the new playmakers that the team hopes to rely on this season.
However, the foundation of the Rams is already in place, and with new additions and ideologies, here are three burgeoning stars entering training camp.
Kinchens is a misunderstood player due to his low statistical output. That isn't because he's an average player; it's due to his excellent positioning, along with the opposition throwing the ball away from Kinchens.
With McDuffie and Watson now in the Rams' secondary, as well as the consistency Quentin Lake and Kam Curl provide, Kinchens should be in a position to make more plays on the ball. Kinchens also excelled when playing closer to the line of scrimmage, which could give him more chances to be aggressive. That will put Kinchens in a top spot to make plays and some money before his window to negotiate an extension opens.
Not only is Garrett one of the best pass rushers in football, he's simply amazing as an overall defensive lineman, which means he can also contribute on the Rams' base run defense. One of the tactics other teams used against the Rams' defense to great success was to use heavier offensive packages to run the ball. Even if the run wasn't effective, the use of play action was, as the Rams couldn't get a consistent pass rush from their base front. Garrett changes that.
Speights was spectacular as a rookie and proved he could cover when not left on an island. Garrett already decreases the time a team has to set up a throw, and his impact against the run means ball carriers should be running into Speights' grasp. To keep the ball away from Garrett, they have to go towards a path that will result in Speights making continuous tackles.
Forbes had a redemptive 2025, turning the narrative of his career from failed first-round pick to being a solid, consistent CB1 who can shine as a CB2. With the pressure of being a starter taken off his shoulders, the Rams will be able to use Forbes in any way they see fit. That should mean more advantageous opportunities, as well as the potential to play with McDuffie and Watson, if McDuffie plays slot corner or safety.
Forbes forced the Seahawks to change their approach, as he was stellar against Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Rashid Shaheed when left in one-on-one coverage. With more help, Forbes should have the confidence to be more aggressive, especially against underneath throws. Considering the impact of Garrett and the defensive line, Forbes could be the key to turning quick passes into interceptions.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: 3 promising playmakers for the Rams entering training camp
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However, the foundation of the Rams is already in place, and with new additions and ideologies, here are three burgeoning stars entering training camp.
Kamren Kinchens
Kinchens is a misunderstood player due to his low statistical output. That isn't because he's an average player; it's due to his excellent positioning, along with the opposition throwing the ball away from Kinchens.
With McDuffie and Watson now in the Rams' secondary, as well as the consistency Quentin Lake and Kam Curl provide, Kinchens should be in a position to make more plays on the ball. Kinchens also excelled when playing closer to the line of scrimmage, which could give him more chances to be aggressive. That will put Kinchens in a top spot to make plays and some money before his window to negotiate an extension opens.
Omar Speights
Not only is Garrett one of the best pass rushers in football, he's simply amazing as an overall defensive lineman, which means he can also contribute on the Rams' base run defense. One of the tactics other teams used against the Rams' defense to great success was to use heavier offensive packages to run the ball. Even if the run wasn't effective, the use of play action was, as the Rams couldn't get a consistent pass rush from their base front. Garrett changes that.
Speights was spectacular as a rookie and proved he could cover when not left on an island. Garrett already decreases the time a team has to set up a throw, and his impact against the run means ball carriers should be running into Speights' grasp. To keep the ball away from Garrett, they have to go towards a path that will result in Speights making continuous tackles.
Emmanuel Forbes Jr.
Forbes had a redemptive 2025, turning the narrative of his career from failed first-round pick to being a solid, consistent CB1 who can shine as a CB2. With the pressure of being a starter taken off his shoulders, the Rams will be able to use Forbes in any way they see fit. That should mean more advantageous opportunities, as well as the potential to play with McDuffie and Watson, if McDuffie plays slot corner or safety.
Forbes forced the Seahawks to change their approach, as he was stellar against Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Rashid Shaheed when left in one-on-one coverage. With more help, Forbes should have the confidence to be more aggressive, especially against underneath throws. Considering the impact of Garrett and the defensive line, Forbes could be the key to turning quick passes into interceptions.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: 3 promising playmakers for the Rams entering training camp
Continue reading...
