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Rams | Matthew Stafford likely to do limited throwing Sun Apr 5, 05:57 PM
Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford (shoulder) is likely to see a modified approach with the number of throws he takes leading up to the regular season, as they look to preserve the veteran.
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Free-agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo (Rams) remains a target for the Los Angeles Rams, but Garoppolo is 'weighing a few options,' according to Nate Atkins of The Athletic.
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Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua checked into a rehabilitation center this offseason in an attempt 'to improve his overall behavior in every aspect of his life,' according to his attorney Levi McCathern. He's expected to complete treatment before organized team activities.
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Free-agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo (Rams) does not seem likely to re-sign with the Los Angeles Rams at this point, but it has not been ruled out, according to head coach Sean McVay.
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Free-agent QB Kirk Cousins (Falcons) is an option for the Los Angeles Rams if they aren't able to bring QB Jimmy Garoppolo back, according to head coach Sean McVay.
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University of Cincinnati LB Jake Golday met with a representative from the Los Angeles Rams, a source said.
Link to storyFree agent RB Ronnie Rivers (Rams) is re-signing with the Los Angeles Rams for one year on Wednesday, March 25. No financial terms were disclosed.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams LS Joe Cardona is the team's new long snapper, replacing LS Jacob McQuaide. Cardona brings 11 seasons and 177 games of experience from his time in the AFC with the Miami Dolphins and New England Patriots.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams PK Harrison Mevis was considered a revelation after a midseason signing, as he knocked through 18 of 19 field-goal attempts between the regular season and playoffs, including an overtime winner in the divisional round against the Chicago Bears.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams S Jaylen McCollough is the best blitzing option of the safeties group heading into 2026, and the team figures to often play three safeties in their dime package.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams S Quentin Lake is expected to man three positions again in 2026, seeing time at nickel cornerback, free safety and strong safety, although nickel is expected to be his primary role.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams CB Emmanuel Forbes moves into more of a third outside cornerback spot in 2026, with CBs Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson manning the top two outside spots.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams LB Nathan Landman is the strong leader of the linebackers group, and he is a run defense specialist. Landman also creates turnovers by punching the ball out. The team gave him a three-year, $22.5 million deal during last season's breakout campaign, and he is obviously a huge part of the team's plans in 2026.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams LB Grant Stuard is expected to see a major special teams role in 2026, as he reunites with special teams coordinator Bubba Ventrone. The two worked together with the Indianapolis Colts.
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Los Angeles Rams LB Shaun Dolac will assume another major special teams role in 2026.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams RB Jarquez Hunter was active for just five games in 2025, and the fourth-round pick did not see an offensive snap. The outlook isn't much better in 2026 with the team happy with RBs Kyren Williams and Blake Corum at the top of the depth chart. Hunter is expected to battle veteran RB Ronnie Rivers for the third spot on the depth chart.
Link to storyFree-agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo is a player the Los Angeles Rams are interested in bringing back to the quarterbacks room behind starter QB Matthew Stafford, with only QB Stetson Bennett on the roster. However, the market for Garoppolo is considered fluid. The team might trust veteran option in a win-now campaign.
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Los Angeles Rams TE Terrance Ferguson will go through his first offseason in an NFL strength program, and it is believed that will lead to a significant uptick in his snap share and targets heading into 2026. It is hoped that in a heavy 13-personnel offense the emergence of Ferguson can offseason the lack of depth at wider receiver.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams WR Davante Adams was a part of trade discussions as the team was pursuing a potential trade for Philadelphia Eagles WR A.J. Brown, according to league sources.
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Free-agent LB Grant Stuard (Lions) agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Thursday, March 12, worth as much as $5.05 million, according to a source.
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Free-agent LB Keir Thomas (Rams) agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Wednesday, March 11. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyFree-agent LS Joe Cardona (Patriots) officially agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Wednesday, March 11. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyFree-agent CB Jaylen Watson (Chiefs) officially agreed to terms on a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Rams Wednesday, March 11. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyKansas City Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie was officially acquired by the Los Angeles Rams Wednesday, March 11, in exchange for a 2026 first-round draft choice, a 2026 fifth-round draft choice, a 2026 sixth-round draft choice and a 2027 third-round draft choice. McDuffie also officially agreed to a four-year contract extension reportedly worth $124 million.
Link to storyImpending free-agent LS Joe Cardona (Dolphins) has reportedly agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Rams on a two-year deal, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN.com on Monday, March 9. Financial terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to storyImpending free-agent CB Jaylen Watson (Chiefs) reportedly agrees to a three-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday, March 9. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to storyKansas City Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie has agreed to a four-year, $124 million extension with the Los Angeles Rams, who have an agreement in place to acquire McDuffie, according to sources. The deal includes $100 million guaranteed and makes him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams CB Darious Williams was placed on the Reserve/Retired list Saturday, March 7.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams S Kamren Curl agreed to a three-year, $36 million extension Friday, March 6, with a maximum value of $39 million.
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Los Angeles Rams impending free-agent TE Tyler Higbee has agreed to a two-year, $8 million contract extension, according to his agent.
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Kansas City Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie has been traded to the Los Angeles Rams for the 29th overall pick, a fifth-round pick, and a sixth-round pick from the 2026 NFL Draft and a 2027 third-round pick on Wednesday, March 4.
Link to storyKansas City Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie is in deep trade talks with the Los Angeles Rams for a deal revolving around their second first-round pick at No. 29.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams TE Tyler Higbee is still deciding on whether he will play in 2026. If he decides to play, the Rams would be interested in bringing him back.
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford has had 'good dialogue' with the team on his contract, according to head coach Sean McVay.
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Los Angeles Rams exclusive rights free-agent WR Xavier Smith, OG Justin Dedich and PK Harrison Mevis received tender offers Monday, March 2.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams OT Warren McClendon could be extended this offseason by the Rams, who have expressed an interest, according to Tony Pauline of EssentiallySports.com on Saturday, Feb. 28.
Link to storyFormer NFL WR Robert Woods was hired by the Los Angeles Rams Monday, Feb. 23, as their assistant wide receivers coach.
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Los Angeles Rams quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone was promoted to co-offensive coordinator/QB coach Friday, Feb. 20.
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Los Angeles Rams pass-game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase was promoted to offensive coordinator Friday, Feb. 20.
Link to storyAlabama QB Ty Simpson is a player that the Los Angeles Rams like in the 2026 NFL Draft, according to Louis Riddick of ESPN.com. 'His skillset and makeup is exactly what they're looking for,' Riddick said.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams WR Davante Adams may be asked to restructure his contract this offseason in order for the team to create $13.36 million in salary cap space, in the opinion of RamsWire's Cameron DaSilva.
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Los Angeles Rams OT David Quessenberry agreed to a one-year contract extension on Wednesday, Feb. 18.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams WR Robert Woods announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday, Feb. 17.
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Former Syracuse co-defensive coordinator/linebackers coach Robert Wright is expected to be hired by the Los Angeles Rams as a defensive assistant, according to multiple sources.
Link to storyOhio State assistant DB coach Michael Hunter is expected to be hired by the Los Angeles Rams as DB coach, according to a report by CBS.com on Tuesday, Feb. 10
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams RT Rob Havenstein announced his retirement on social media on Tuesday, Feb. 10.
Link to storyLos Angeles Rams assistant head coach/pass game coordinator Aubrey Pleasant is expected to meet with the Cleveland Browns regarding their defensive coordinator vacancy on Monday, Feb. 9.
| Footballguys view: Currently, Pleasant is the Rams' assistant head coach and pass game coordinator, but could be in line for a bigger role elsewhere. An interview with the Arizona Cardinals was taking place first, followed by a meeting with Cleveland. Pleasant previously interviewed for the Los Angeles Chargers' defensive coordinator job but was passed over for Chris O'Leary. |
Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford will likely engage in negotiations for a raise on the heels of his 2025 Most Valuable Player campaign, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
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Former Washington Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury is joining the Los Angeles Rams coaching staff in an undetermined role.
| Footballguys view: Who knows what the role is going to be, but this is great for Kingsbury's career. He's got a chance to learn from Sean McVay, and if you look around the league you see a ton of McVay (Shanahan tree) coaches. It may not be long before Kingsbury gets another shot to be a head coach in this league. |
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Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford was named the 2025 NFL Most Valuable Player by the Associated Press, and while accepting the award, he announced that he plans to return for the 2026 season.
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