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Rams' Future: Stafford's Age, Draft Picks Loom
27 Jan
Summary
- Rams face questions about aging offensive core and secondary.
- Team has significant cap space and two first-round picks in 2026.
- Mock drafts suggest focus on defensive backs and offensive line.
The Los Angeles Rams' season concluded with a narrow defeat to the Seattle Seahawks, ending their Super Bowl aspirations. This outcome shifts the team's focus to future roster construction.
Several assistant coaches are candidates for head coaching positions, a recurring scenario for Sean McVay's staff. Roster-wise, concerns linger regarding the secondary and an aging offensive line, with quarterback Matthew Stafford at 37 and tackle Rob Havenstein at 33.
Despite these challenges, the Rams project to have approximately $45.6 million in cap space. They also hold two first-round selections in the 2026 NFL Draft, acquired partly through a trade with the Atlanta Falcons. Mock drafts suggest potential picks include defensive backs like Mansoor Delane or Jermod McCoy, and offensive linemen such as Kadyn Proctor or Monroe Freeling.
Quarterback Ty Simpson is also a projected first-round possibility, offering a potential understudy to Matthew Stafford. The team's draft strategy will likely aim to address immediate needs while building for sustained success.
