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The 2025 NFL Draft is on the horizon, and with it comes the chance for every NFL team to build its future. The Los Angeles Rams, who sit with the 26th overall pick, have a unique opportunity to craft a strategy that maximizes their chances for success, not just in the short term, but also in the long run.
The Rams currently do not have a second-round pick in this year's draft and as a result, their first pick is a spot where many top-tier prospects will already be off the board. CBS Sports' Cody Benjamin believes trading down from the back end of the first round could be an ideal move to gain additional assets and add depth to the roster.
General manager Les Snead has long been known for his ability to find value in the middle rounds of the draft. Over the years, his picks on Day 2 include names such as Cooper Kupp, Braden Fiske, Joseph Noteboom and Taylor Rapp. They all proved to be key contributors during their time in L.A. – despite Noteboom's frequent injury and performance struggles. By moving back and adding more picks, the Rams could continue this trend and add several players who could immediately contribute to the team’s rebuilding efforts.
In doing so, the Rams would position themselves to add multiple picks in the second and third rounds. Given the depth in this draft class, they could snag a pair of starting-caliber players and bolster key areas such as the offensive line, defensive backfield, or linebacker corps.
The Rams could target teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles or the Detroit Lions, who have an opportunity to stockpile even more talent. A trade-down could result in the Rams picking up an additional second-rounder and a third-round pick, giving them the flexibility to bolster their roster even further.
With a long-term vision for team success and being in win-now mode, the Rams need to rebuild important positions on both sides of the ball. The offensive line has been a point of emphasis, and adding depth there would provide quarterback Matthew Stafford (37) with better protection moving forward. Additionally, the Rams’ defense has experienced turnover in recent years, particularly in the secondary, and could benefit from a good cover corner, while adding more help at linebacker remains another priority.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: 2025 NFL Draft: Why trading down is the Rams' best strategy
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The Rams currently do not have a second-round pick in this year's draft and as a result, their first pick is a spot where many top-tier prospects will already be off the board. CBS Sports' Cody Benjamin believes trading down from the back end of the first round could be an ideal move to gain additional assets and add depth to the roster.
General manager Les Snead has long been known for his ability to find value in the middle rounds of the draft. Over the years, his picks on Day 2 include names such as Cooper Kupp, Braden Fiske, Joseph Noteboom and Taylor Rapp. They all proved to be key contributors during their time in L.A. – despite Noteboom's frequent injury and performance struggles. By moving back and adding more picks, the Rams could continue this trend and add several players who could immediately contribute to the team’s rebuilding efforts.
In doing so, the Rams would position themselves to add multiple picks in the second and third rounds. Given the depth in this draft class, they could snag a pair of starting-caliber players and bolster key areas such as the offensive line, defensive backfield, or linebacker corps.
The Rams could target teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles or the Detroit Lions, who have an opportunity to stockpile even more talent. A trade-down could result in the Rams picking up an additional second-rounder and a third-round pick, giving them the flexibility to bolster their roster even further.
With a long-term vision for team success and being in win-now mode, the Rams need to rebuild important positions on both sides of the ball. The offensive line has been a point of emphasis, and adding depth there would provide quarterback Matthew Stafford (37) with better protection moving forward. Additionally, the Rams’ defense has experienced turnover in recent years, particularly in the secondary, and could benefit from a good cover corner, while adding more help at linebacker remains another priority.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: 2025 NFL Draft: Why trading down is the Rams' best strategy
Continue reading...
