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3 TEs the Rams could target on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL draft

In a strong class for tight ends, the Rams could target these three prospects on Day 2 of the draft

The Los Angeles Rams nearly traded up for Brock Bowers during the 2024 NFL draft. That obviously didn’t come to fruition, and though the Rams’ rookie class was fantastic this past season, the offense didn’t receive much production from the tight end position; Bowers, meanwhile, went on to shatter rookie receiving records.

General manager Les Snead is entering the offseason needing to add a difference maker.

Snead could add a pass-catching tight end via a selection during the 2025 NFL draft. The Rams are scheduled to own two third-rounders (Nos. 90 and 100). We’ve identified three tight end prospects Snead could target in that range.

Mason Taylor, LSU

Mason Taylor was a big-time weapon for the LSU Tigers in 2024, finishing third on the team in receptions (55) and receiving yards (546). Taylor is an athletic pass catcher and well-rounded prospect who also doubles as an effective in-line blocker. That alignment versatility should appeal to Sean McVay throughout the pre-draft process. The general consensus among scouts was that he was the second-best tight end at this year’s Senior Bowl.

Elijah Arroyo, Miami

Few prospects improved their pre-draft stock at this year’s Senior Bowl like Miami tight end Elijah Arroyo did. The Frisco, Texas native created consistent separation at practice, displaying advanced route-running ability. Arroyo caught everything thrown his way, displaying the potential to be an elite pass catcher at the next level. The quick-footed pass-catcher hauled in 35 receptions for 590 yards and seven touchdowns for the Hurricanes this past college football season.

Gunnar Helm, Texas

Gunnar Helm took advantage of Texas’ high-scoring offense this campaign by hauling in 60 receptions for 786 yards and seven touchdowns. Helm might be the most sure-handed TE in this entire class, with occasional flashes of above-average athleticism. He’ll be the fifth or sixth tight end drafted in April.

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Rams hiring former Seahawks OL coach to replace Nick Caley as TEs coach

The Rams have found their replacement for Nick Caley, hiring Scott Huff to be their new TEs coach

The Los Angeles Rams lost Nick Caley this offseason when he was hired as the Houston Texans’ offensive coordinator but it didn’t take them long to find his replacement. According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, the Rams are hiring former Seahawks offensive line coach Scott Huff as their new tight ends coach.

Huff spent last year coaching Seattle’s offensive linemen after stints at both the University of Washington and Boise State. He originally joined Washington’s coaching staff as the offensive line coach in 2017 and spent seven years there until he joined the Seahawks in 2024.

Before Washington, he coached the offensive line, tight ends and was even a special teams coordinator at Boise State.

In addition to coaching the Rams’ tight ends, Caley was also the pass game coordinator. It remains to be seen if Los Angeles will hire someone to assume that role, as well.

Are any former Rams playing in Super Bowl LIX?

With the Chiefs and Eagles squaring off in Super Bowl LIX, are any former Rams players or coaches vying for a ring?

Along with 30 other teams, the Los Angeles Rams will be at home watching Super Bowl LIX as the Kansas City Chiefs look to win their third straight championship with only the Philadelphia Eagles standing in their way.

It’s a rematch of the Super Bowl two years ago, which the Chiefs won, 38-35, the second title of Patrick Mahomes’ career. After also beating the San Francisco 49ers last year, the Chiefs are trying to make it three in a row.

The Rams have their own former players scattered around the NFL but they won’t be well-represented in Super Bowl LIX on Sunday. There’s only one former Rams player on the active roster, and he’s a backup who won’t see the field.

Former Rams playing in Super Bowl LIX

  • Chiefs QB Carson Wentz

Wentz is the only former Ram on the active roster for the Chiefs or Eagles, and unless Mahomes gets injured, Wentz won’t get on the field for a single snap. Wentz spent part of the 2023 season with the Rams as Matthew Stafford’s backup before signing with the Chiefs in free agency last offseason.

The Chiefs have one other former member of the Rams participating on Sunday, but it’s not a player. It’s defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, who was St. Louis’ head coach from 2009-2011. He’s been with the Chiefs since 2019, winning three Super Bowls with Kansas City.

Steelers among betting favorites to land Rams QB Matthew Stafford

The Pittsburgh Steelers are listed among the betting favorites to acquire Rams QB Matthew Stafford during the 2025 offseason.

The trade rumors for the 2025 offseason are just beginning to ramp up! As if Black and Gold trade speculation couldn’t grow any more, a popular sports betting site has listed the Pittsburgh Steelers among the top destinations for where QB Matthew Stafford will play his first snap of 2025.

Although the likelihood of the Los Angeles Rams moving on from Stafford has lessened considerably since rumors began to swirl, Bovada has still listed the Pittsburgh Steelers as favorites to acquire Stafford.

The Rams are the current favorites to keep Stafford with -190 odds, while the Las Vegas Raiders and Pittsburgh Steelers are tied at +400 odds. The Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns, and New York Jets round out the list just outside the top three favorites.

It is important to note that betting odds are hardly confirmations of a team’s agenda to trade one of their star players, but it is promising that the Pittsburgh Steelers are being linked to such an outstanding veteran QB like Stafford.

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Ex-Rams RB shares what Patriots players said after Super Bowl LIII win

Patriots defenders said Super Bowl LIII was the easiest game they’ve played in, according to former Rams RB Todd Gurley

Former Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley hasn’t forgotten the defensive dominance the New England Patriots displayed at Super Bowl LIII.

When appearing on the “Run Your Race” podcast, the former All-Pro running back claimed the Patriots were so prepared for that matchup that it was an easy game for them.

“Talking to a couple of the Patriots defensive players, they were like, ‘Yo bro, this the easiest game we’ve ever played in,” said Gurley. “They were like, ‘We just knew y’all was coming with some stuff like at halftime or whatever.

“Y’all just never made no adjustments.’ That’s no shade to any coaches or anything like that. We just didn’t execute offensively. …They just thought we were just gonna come out in the second half, make some crazy adjustments. They were just like, ‘Honestly we’ve never played a game that easy.’ You know from like an X’s and O’s standpoint.”

The defensive game plan was masterful for the Patriots, who held the Rams to only three points and 260 total yards on offense in a 13-3 win. Gurley was held to only 10 carries for 35 yards.

It was a surprising defensive showing by the Patriots against a Rams team that had the No. 2-ranked scoring offense behind the Kansas City Chiefs. That performance led to the sixth and final Super Bowl win of the Patriots’ dynasty.

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Report: Matthew Stafford likely to return to Rams in 2025

According to ESPN, Matthew Stafford is likely to return to the Rams in 2025 and those in the building aren’t “overly concerned” about him leaving

The first order of business for the Los Angeles Rams this offseason is determining whether Matthew Stafford will be back with the team in 2025. He’s under contract for two more years but with little guaranteed money left, he and the Rams will likely need to work out a new deal to keep him in L.A.

Dan Graziano of ESPN shared some encouraging news on Saturday morning when he reported that Stafford is likely to return to the Rams in 2025, according to sources close to the situation.

It makes sense for the Rams and Stafford to continue their partnership for at least another year, given Los Angeles’ wide-open Super Bowl window and Stafford’s experience in Sean McVay’s offense. Graziano notes that the Rams will still need to get something done with Stafford’s contract, but it sounds like there isn’t much concern about that being worked out.

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is likely to return to L.A. in 2025, according to sources close to the situation. The past two seasons have been good for Stafford, who turned 37 on Friday and believes the Rams’ leadership gives them the ability to contend every year.

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler added that he’s talked to people in the Rams’ building and they “don’t sound overly concerned about Stafford leaving, despite the tricky contract situation.”

Here’s what Fowler wrote about Stafford’s future:

By all accounts, Stafford was happy with the direction of the offense this season, and multiple people with the team say it doesn’t seem as if changes are coming. But other teams will inevitably call the Rams to gauge trade interest anyway. Stafford will be the top quarterback available if Los Angeles entertains the idea of moving him.

The Rams don’t have a clear succession plan in the event that Stafford does leave, which only makes it more likely that he’ll be back for another year. That will allow Los Angeles to plan for the future by drafting a quarterback this offseason or next, finding its next franchise leader who can take over after Stafford retires.

Assuming Stafford returns, the Rams should be viewed as a serious contender in the NFC again next season.

Report: Davante Adams would be open to playing for Rams, other West Coast teams

If the Jets release him, Davante Adams would be open to playing for West Coast teams like the Rams and Chargers

The New York Jets have a lot to sort out this offseason, from Aaron Rodgers’ future to Davante Adams’ situation. Adams is still under contract but there’s a chance the Jets will release him as they start their rebuild under new head coach Aaron Glenn.

In the event that Adams gets cut, he’ll likely be a hot commodity on the open market. According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, Adams would at least be open to playing for teams like the Rams and Chargers as he is intrigued by a return to the West Coast, where he is from.

Here’s what Fowler wrote about Adams’ future in his notebook for ESPN.

The Jets must address the future of receiver Davante Adams, whose $38.3 million cap hit is untenable. A source told me Adams is intrigued by a return to the West Coast and would be open to potentially joining teams such as the Rams or Chargers — if he gets released. I would put the 49ers in the conversation, too. Adams grew up in Northern California.

The Rams have their own wide receiver decisions to sort through first before even considering any potential free agents. They’re attempting to trade Cooper Kupp and plan to part ways with the veteran wideout, while Tutu Atwell and Demarcus Robinson are both pending free agents, too.

Assuming the Rams move on from Kupp and don’t re-sign Robinson or Atwell, they could be in the market for a player like Adams. Of course, Adams may not be as intrigued by the Rams if Matthew Stafford doesn’t return, so that’s another domino that needs to fall.

3 offensive tackles the Rams could target on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL draft

With the Rams needing offensive tackle help, they could target these three prospects on Day 3 of the draft

The Los Angeles Rams are entering the offseason with arguably two needs at the offensive tackle position. Starting blindside protector Alaric Jackson is slated for free agency, and right tackle Rob Havenstein is an aging asset who isn’t guaranteed to return in 2025. That means general manager Les Snead may draft multiple offensive tackles in the 2025 NFL draft.

Snead has done an outstanding job finding value in late-round tackles. After all, Jackson was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2021, and Havenstein was a 2015 second-rounder. With a need for at least one developmental tackle on the roster, we’ve identified three prospects Snead could target in the later rounds of the 2025 NFL draft.

Hollin Pierce | Rutgers

Hollin Pierce was one of the most intriguing tackle prospects on the all-star circuit this year. Pierce checked into the East-West Shrine Bowl as a 6-foot-7, and 342-pound specimen with historically impressive arm length (nearly 37 inches). There are some technical warts to work through, but the Rutgers standout possesses all of the required tools.

Logan Brown | Kansas

Kansas’ Logan Brown got somewhat lost in the Senior Bowl hype, but he quietly enjoyed a productive week in Mobile. Brown is an outstanding athlete with plus-level mobility on tape. That always appeals to Sean McVay and his creative offensive scheme.

Gerard Christian-Lichtenhan | Oregon State

Gerard Christian-Lichtenhan was probably the most impressive tackle at this year’s East-West Shrine. He’s a legit 6-foot-8 towering prospect with nearly 36 inch arms. Christian-Lichtenhan moves incredibly well for a tackle prospect with intimidating size.

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Peter Schrager thinks ‘there’s a chance’ Matthew Stafford leaves Rams, names potential replacement

NFL insider Peter Schrager says “there’s a chance” Matthew Stafford doesn’t return to the Rams and he has an interesting replacement idea

Matthew Stafford has two years left on his current contract but it’s not exactly a foregone conclusion that he’ll be back with the Los Angeles Rams in 2025. After reworking his deal last summer, he’s lacking guaranteed money and could seek a raise this offseason.

The Rams will try to work something out with their star quarterback but it may not be easy. In the event that the two sides can’t come to an agreement on a new contract, Stafford is a candidate to be traded by the Rams.

NFL Network’s Peter Schrager is close to Sean McVay and even he can’t say with any level of certainty that Stafford will remain with the Rams in 2025.

“I don’t think Stafford’s retiring, but I think there’s a chance he might wear another uniform in the near future, based on what the tea leaves are saying,” Schrager told Pro Football Network.

It’s not breaking news to suggest Stafford may not be back with the Rams, but coming from Schrager, who’s friends with McVay, makes it a bit more notable – and worrisome for fans in L.A., too.

As for who might replace Stafford if the Rams move on, Schrager has one idea, and it may not elicit much excitement from the fanbase. He could see the Rams turning to Jimmy Garoppolo, who backed up Stafford in 2024 and will be a free agent this offseason.

Having learned the offense for a year and given his experience in a Kyle Shanahan-style offense, Garoppolo would make some sense for the Rams as a bridge quarterback until they can find a young, future starter.

“As for the Rams, I’ll tell you what, I know it sounds crazy now, but Jimmy Garoppolo is pretty well-liked there this season,” Schrager said. “I know that he’s not necessarily got the career that Stafford has, but he had a nice little season this year for them, so I think he’d be the first option before they look to blow it up and go somewhere totally different and young.”

Stafford reportedly plans to keep playing in 2025 but it remains to be seen which team he suits up for. The Rams make the most sense, given their need at quarterback and considering his fit in the offense, but they need to make it work financially in order for Stafford to return.

Should Steelers trade Calvin Austin III for Rams star WR Cooper Kupp?

The Steelers could make a strong trade offer for Rams WR Cooper Kupp, and Calvin Austin III may be the key to making it happen.

It’s no secret that one of the biggest names on the wide receiver trade market is none other than Rams superstar Cooper Kupp. Kupp has been a staple of the Rams’ offense since being drafted in 2017, and with his time in Los Angeles eventually coming to an end, the Pittsburgh Steelers could offer a deal that no one could refuse.

One of the key speculative trade packages surrounding Kupp involves either a Day 2 or Day 3 draft selection, potentially two of the latter. However, the Rams would be losing one of their best receivers with little compensation to draft Kupp’s replacement—and that is where Pittsburgh Steelers WR Calvin Austin III comes into play.

Austin has everything the Rams would want in a short-term WR2/3 replacement for the 2025 season—he’s fast, he’s cheap, he returns punts, and he’s young.

It’s hard to argue that the Rams could receive a better package than a fifth- or sixth-rounder and Austin for Kupp. If the Pittsburgh Steelers want the former 2021 Triple Crown wide receiver in the Steel City for 2025, the team should bid farewell to Austin.

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