Start Joseph Noteboom
This has seemed like the Rams’ plan all along. He’s gotten work at left tackle in practice and played there in college at TCU, so it shouldn’t be too steep of a transition. Unfortunately, his NFL experience is limited after only starting six games in his career.
Moving Noteboom to left tackle would have a ripple effect on the rest of the line. The Rams would need a new starter at left guard, which could be David Edwards. Austin Corbett could also fill in there, just as he did last season. If Edwards moves to left guard, the Rams would then need a new right guard.
This would be one of the cheapest options, but one that comes with far more risk than keeping Whitworth.