The Los Angeles Rams mostly kept their core together last season after reaching Super Bowl LIII. Yes, players came and went, but wholesale changes weren’t made – with the exception of two new starters on the offensive line and a few others on defense.
This offseason could bring about significant changes. It’s not going to be a rebuild, by any means, but the Rams have numerous key players hitting free agency and not a ton of money to spend.
In order to save money and use it elsewhere, the Rams should let these five pending free agents walk in March.
DE Michael Brockers
Brockers had one of his best seasons in a long time, recording a career-high 63 tackles and posting 3.5 sacks to go along with them. He’s a stout run defender – among the best in the NFL, according to Aaron Donald – and is a key member of the defense. However, he’s also 29 years old and just cost the Rams $10.75 million in 2019.
If he’s hoping to maintain a salary north of $10-11 million, the Rams should move on. For the position he plays, the Rams can find someone nearly as productive for far less money. Given his history with the team and leadership in the locker room, it’ll be tough for the Rams to move on. But if he doesn’t give a hometown discount, Los Angeles should look elsewhere.