The Los Angeles Rams are starting their offseason work earlier than expected, having missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016. The coaching staff will be evaluated, as will the roster and upcoming free agents.
There will be holes opened up across the depth chart, including a few at some very important positions. The core is still intact at quarterback, running back and cornerback, while Aaron Donald’s presence at defensive tackle is always reassuring for the defensive line.
These six positions will most likely need some attention this offseason, depending on how free agency shakes out. They’re the Rams’ six biggest roster needs in 2020.
Left tackle
This is the big one. Andrew Whitworth is 38 and set to hit free agency. He’s expressed a desire to play another season in 2020, but it’s unclear if the Rams will bring him back or move on to a cheaper, younger option. Joseph Noteboom is a candidate to take over for Whitworth, but he played guard this season and has a lot of improving to do before he’s ready for a full-time starting job at left tackle.
Bobby Evans and David Edwards should also be in the mix if Whitworth leaves, considering both played tackle in college and were cross-trained by Aaron Kromer at every position but center last year.