When the Rams selected Blake Corum in the 2024 NFL draft, it sparked a belief around the league that he would be a 1-2 punch with Kyren Williams. This belief was further supported by the Rams’ decision to keep Corum on the sidelines during the preseason.
In his place, the Rams used Ronnie Rivers among others to take those reps. Expecting a somewhat significant role, Corum has been essentially abandoned by the coaching staff, having only eight carries on the season.
To make matters worse, Corum has only carried the ball against Arizona, all on the final drive in a 41-10 blowout. That’s three games in which Corum has not recorded a single stat. Not a rush nor a catch.
Why? The team has yet to comment on the matter and there’s no reason for Corum’s exclusion. Injury? Would have to be reported and he’s on the active roster. Concerns about ability? Then why not give him reps to improve. Concerns about pass blocking? Why not use him on early downs as a runner?
Why hold a player out the entire preseason to not use him in the season? I understand if the Rams feel Williams and Rivers currently fill their current needs but to not even give Corum a single opportunity is not only wrong, it’s horrible for Corum’s morale.
He’s a national champion, an elite runner and he’s a third-round pick. If you weren’t going to use him, why not use that pick on another position as it’s clear the team needs as much help they can get?
It’s coaching malpractice. Plain and simple. Sean McVay, Les Snead and Mike LaFleur need to be held accountable.