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Rams | Coach happy with Blake Corum Fri Jun 14, 12:11 PM
Los Angeles Rams RB Blake Corum was a standout performer during offseason workouts, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Footballguys view: Kyren Williams is still the clear starter and seems to be over the foot issue that limited him in OTAs, but watch to see if Williams has any setbacks in camp. It sounds like the Rams offense wouldn't lose much if they have to turn to Corum. He's an excellent pick in the second half of best ball drafts. |
Los Angeles Rams WR Jordan Whittington has been 'doing a great job' learning the offense and applying that knowledge to the playing field, according to offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur.
Footballguys view: Whittington is a skilled and tough receiver, but fell to the sixth round because he doesn't have standout speed or quickness. He's similar to Ben Skowronek, who has been a useful player in the Rams offense at times, but not very productive or able to stand out in the passing game. |
Los Angeles Rams CB Tre'Davious White (Achilles) is making progress in his recovery but there is no official timetable for his return, according to head coach Sean McVay. The team hopes White will be ready for the start of the regular season.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is participating in the minicamp this week and is expected to report to training camp on time, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Footballguys view: Stafford has no guaranteed money on his deal after this year, so there has been some speculation that he would want more assurances for the future to play this year. Stafford appears to be ready to play out this season without new money. His elbow issues are behind him and he should help this be one of the best offenses for fantasy football again this year. |
Los Angeles Rams WR Cooper Kupp was never fully healthy last season, according to head coach Sean McVay. 'He looks strong,' McVay said. 'He looks sturdy. He's having fun. He's enjoying it.'
Footballguys view: Kupp hasn't played a full season since 2021, but when he did he was the no.1 receiver in fantasy football with almost 2,000 yards receiving and 16 touchdowns. We're not projecting him for those totals this season, but Kupp could get 85-90 catches for around 1,100 yards and 8-10 touchdowns with ease. That makes him a WR2 option in 2024. |
Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams (foot) participated in some drills during the voluntary workout Thursday, June 6.
Footballguys view: Williams is missing more practice time with a foot injury, something that has been a problem for him as a pro. Rams' HC Sean McVay said Williams would be out of action until training camp, but apparently, he's getting some work in during drills at OTAs. The Rams selected Michigan RB Blake Corum in the third round, and the rookie could push for a larger role and even battle Williams for the top spot on the depth chart. Stay tuned. |
Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford will be present for the mandatory minicamp next week even though he is seeking a new contract, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Footballguys view: Stafford wants a new deal, but he's not going to miss mandatory minicamp. After dealing with various injuries over the last couple of seasons, a healthy Stafford would mean even better things for the Rams' passing game. Stafford's entire 2024 salary is guaranteed at $31 million, but he currently has only $10 million in fully guaranteed compensation for 2025. |
Los Angeles Rams first-round draft choice DE Jared Verse (Florida State) reportedly signed a four-year contract worth $15.134 million - including a $7.826 million signing bonus - on Tuesday, May 28. The deal includes a fifth-year team option.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams (foot) is dealing with a foot injury and will not return to practice until training camp, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Footballguys view: Coach Sean McVay downplayed the issue. "He'll be ready to go for training camp," McVay said of Williams. "Nothing to be concerned about." Still, as Profootballtalk.com pointed out, Williams has a history of foot and ankle issues. He broke his right foot on June 1, 2022, in OTAs as a rookie and required surgery to repair the Jones fracture. He dealt with high-ankle sprains during the 2022 and 2023 seasons. Williams has played 22 games and missed 12 since arrival. The Rams used a third-round draft pick on Michigan running back Blake Corum this spring. We'll be watching this situation closely as camp draws nearer. |
Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford participated in the voluntary workout Monday, May 20.
Footballguys view: Stafford's entire 2024 salary is guaranteed at $31 million, and coach Sean McVay previously said he was unsure if Stafford would report to OTAs, considering his desire for more guaranteed money beyond 2024, which would keep the Rams from cutting him after this season. He currently has only $10 million in fully guaranteed compensation for 2025. That Stafford showed up suggests a deal is in the works. While we rank Stafford as QB21, his presence is vital to the Rams passing components we're more interested in -- Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp. |
Mike Florio, from ProFootballTalk.com, reports Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is looking for a new contract.
Footballguys view: With OTAs set to begin on Monday, many wonder whether Stafford will be there. He's been at voluntary workouts, but this contract issue has been reported before. Stafford is seeking an adjustment to his contract that would provide him with more guaranteed money beyond 2024, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. We'll see if this 'lingering offseason issue' comes to a close with more guaranteed money for Stafford or not. |
Los Angeles Rams S third-round draft choice S Kamren Kinchens (Miami, Fla.) and fifth-round draft choice DE Brennan Jackson (Washington State) signed four-year contracts on Thursday, May 16. Financial terms of the deals were not immediately disclosed.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams defensive passing game coordinator Aubrey Pleasant was named assistant head coach Thursday, May 16.
Footballguys view: At one point, Pleasant was a rising star in the coaching ranks and interviewing for defensive coordinator jobs after Dan Campbell hired him to coach defensive backs in 2021. Before that, Pleasant was the cornerbacks coach for the Rams under Sean McVay. The Lions fired him in 2022 as the pass defense was struggling, but since then, he has helped McVay keep the Rams pass defense sound during a transition period for the franchise. He could get head coach interest if the Rams overachieve on defense again this season. |
Los Angeles Rams third-round draft choice RB Blake Corum, sixth-round draft choice DT Tyler X. Davis, sixth-round draft choice PK Joshua Karty, sixth-round draft choice C Beaux Limmer, sixth-round draft choice WR Jordan Whittington and seventh-round draft choice OT KT Leveston signed four-year contracts with the Rams Monday, May 13. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Footballguys view: Coming off a productive career at Michigan, Corum is expected to complement Kyren Williams in Los Angeles. The question is whether the newcomer will become a limiting factor for Williams, who is RB8 on the Footballguys 2024 Draft Rankings. Williams finished last year as fantasy's RB7, but volume was the key to his success. At this point, Corum's possible impact is something to watch as the Rams enter training camp and the exhibition season. |
Los Angeles Rams second-round draft choice DT Braden Fiske agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Rams Friday, May 10, worth $9,410,122.
Link to storyUpdating previous reports, Los Angeles Rams WR Ben Skowronek was traded to the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round draft choice. The Texans will also receive a 2026 seventh-round pick in the trade.
Link to storyUpdating a previous report, Los Angeles Rams WR Ben Skowronek was traded to the Houston Texans for draft picks in the sixth and seventh rounds in 2026 on Thursday, May 9, according to a source.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams WR Ben Skowronek was released Thursday, May 9.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent DT Tuli Letuligasenoa (Washington), DT David Olajiga (Central Missouri), S Jaylen McCollough (Tennessee), CB Cam Lampkin (Washington State), OT Blake Larson (Augustana), CB Josh Wallace (Michigan), LB Omar Speights (Louisiana State), OG Justin Dedich (Southern California), DE Anthony Goodlow (Oklahoma State), S Kenny Logan Jr. (Kansas), LB Elias Neal (Marshall) and CB Charles Woods (Southern Methodist) agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Rams Thursday, May 2. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to storyFree-agent RB Boston Scott (Eagles) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Tuesday, April 30, according to sources. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Footballguys view: The Rams have Kyren Williams as their lead back, and they selected Michigan RB Blake Corum in the third round of the 2024 NFL draft. Scott is a compact scat back who can make plays as a runner or receiver. Plus, he's got special teams value. |
Undrafted free-agent TE Neal Johnson (Louisville) agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, April 27, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent WR JJ Laap (Cortland) agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, April 27, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent WR Drake Stoops (Oklahoma) agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, April 27. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyUndrafted free-agent WR Sam Wiglusz (Ohio) agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, April 27, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams DE/LB Jared Verse will be used initially as an outside linebacker in the team's 3-4 defensive scheme but could eventually see playing time at defensive tackle and defensive end as well, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Link to storyMichigan RB Blake Corum was selected by the Los Angeles Rams with the 83rd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to storyFlorida State DT Braden Fiske was selected by the Los Angeles Rams with the 39th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford is seeking a contract revision that would allot him more guaranteed money past the 2024 season.
Footballguys view: We'll see if the Rams oblige. Once thought to be on the verge of retirement, Stafford has another chapter left. In 2025, Stafford is on the books for $50.5 million with $47 million remaining in dead money. There's an out in his contract after that season, and we'll see where his health is at and if the Rams have other ideas. |
Florida State DE Jared Verse was selected by the Los Angeles Rams with the 19th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to storyThe Los Angeles Rams are reportedly attempting to move up from the No. 19 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and secure a selection inside the top 10, according to Dianni Russini of The Athletic. While there is no definitive indication as to who the Rams' target might be, Georgia TE Brock Bowers is among the most likely targets.
Link to storyPenn State DE Chop Robinson was scheduled to have a private meeting with the Los Angeles Rams Wednesday, April 17, according to sources.
Link to storyTexas Christian S Mark Perry has been receiving significant interest from the Los Angeles Rams leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft and is expected to have a virtual meeting with the Rams in the near future, according to a source.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams restricted free-agent OT Alaric Jackson signed his one-year tender offer Monday, April 15. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams exclusive rights free-agent RB Ronnie Rivers signed his one-year tender offer Monday, April 15. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Footballguys view: Rivers joined the Rams in 2022 and has played 17 games with two starts. In 2023, he rushed for 129 yards on 32 carries and caught five passes for 22 yards. |
Free-agent LB Troy Reeder (Rams) signed with the Los Angeles Rams Thursday, April 11. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyUCLA DE Laiatu Latu is receiving a good amount of interest from the Los Angeles Rams leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to storyFree-agent CB Tre'Davious White (Bills) officially signed a one-year contract worth a reported $8.5 million with the Los Angeles Rams on Tuesday, April 9.
Link to storyNewly acquired Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Howell had heavy interest from the Los Angeles Rams, who got outbid by the Seahawks for him, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua said he has dropped around 10 pounds since the end of the 2023 season and is feeling a lot better.
Link to storyFree-agent WR Tyler Johnson is re-signing with the Los Angeles Rams, per his agency on Sunday, March 31. The terms of the contract were not immediately disclosed.
Footballguys view: Johnson spent most of the 2023 season on the Ramsâ?? practice squad, but the former fifth-round pick will get a chance to move up in the rotation in his second year in Sean McVayâ??s offense. Of course, move up is relative. With Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, newly-re-signed Demarcus Robinson, and Tutu Atwell at the top of the depth chart, Johnson's work is cut out for him. |
Los Angeles Rams restricted free-agent LB Michael Hoecht signed his one-year tender Tuesday, March 26, and will make $2.985 million in 2024.
Link to storyFree-agent CB Tre'Davious White (Bills) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Tuesday, March 26, worth $8.5 million, according to sources. The deal can be worth as much as $10 million.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams TE Tyler Higbee (knee) probably will start the 2024 season on the Physically Unable to Perform list because the team does not know when he will be able to return to the field, according to head coach Sean McVay.
Link to storyFlorida WR Ricky Pearsall talked with the Los Angeles Rams after his Pro Day.
Link to storyFree-agent DT Larrell Murchison (Rams) signed with the Los Angeles Rams Friday, March 22. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyUpdating a previous report, free-agent LB Christian Rozeboom (Rams) officially signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Wednesday, March 20. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyUpdating previous reports, Los Angeles Rams QB Jimmy Garoppolo received a one-year deal worth a base salary of $4.5 million and could be worth $12 million with incentives.
Link to storyFree-agent CB Tre'Davious White (Bills) is scheduled to visit the Los Angeles Rams this week, according to sources.
Link to storyUpdating previous reports, free-agent OG Jonah Jackson (Lions) and TE Colby Parkinson (Seahawks) officially signed with the Los Angeles Rams Friday, March 15. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed, but an earlier report stated Jackson signed a three-year deal worth $51 million, while Parkinson signed a three-year contract worth $22.5 million.
Link to storyFree-agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo (Raiders) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Friday, March 15, according to sources. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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