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• Reviewing the Rams positional units and battles as Week 2 of camp winds down

Tyler Higbee celebrates! | Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images Surprises abound as roster starts coming onto focus As Week 2 of Los Angeles Rams training camp winds down, the roster is slowly coming into focus. There have certainly been surprises, both positive and negative. Time to inch up the depth chart or hold onto current position is running short. Next week, There’s a live scrimmage/...2025
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• Rams’ linebacker question is answering itself

Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images Nate Landman is emerging as the favorite to start at linebacker We know the Los Angeles Rams choose not to invest heavily in the linebacker position. Each year continues the revolving door of replacement-level starters and cost-effective band-aids. As the Rams entered training camp, the starting job in the middle of the defense seemed to be a five-way compet...2025
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• The 7 players I’m most excited to follow during Rams training camp

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Which Rams players will you be watching closely during Rams training camp? The Los Angeles Rams officially reported to training camp on Tuesday, but hit the field for the first time Wednesday. Over the next three weeks, the Rams will be full speed ahead when it comes to preparing for the 2025 season. It’s these next three weeks in which players will be able to earn t...2025
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• Random Ramsdom: Team has options on the defensive line

Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Los Angeles Rams News and Links for 7/21/25 The Los Angeles Rams have options when it comes to how their defensive line will look this year, and I think what’s potentially exciting is, yes, they’ll need to figure out the actual roster, but also even after the roster is more or less set, this team may still be able to use different pa...2025
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• Where will the top position battles be during Rams training camp?

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images All eyes will be on the linebackers as Rams training camp begins next week The Los Angeles Rams will end their summer break next week when they report to training camp and start preparing for the 2025 season. As is the case during every training camp, there will be a handful of position battles that fans and media will be watching closely. Last season it was the batt...2025
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• Top 3 questions LA faces heading into training camp

Kara Durrette/Getty Images The Rams are expected to be contenders in 2025, but still have a few questions leading into the season The Los Angeles Rams report for training camp in just over a week, and while LA is expected to be potential Super Bowl contenders, there are still a few questions that need to be answered before the team welcomes the Houston Texans to SoFi Stadium week one. Can ...2025
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• Ranking every Rams player entering contract year and how likely they are to be re-signed

Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images Which Rams players could be in line for an extension in 2026? The Los Angeles Rams are back in a win-now window which means that retaining the pieces that got them there become more important. Heading into 2026, the Rams will have 16 unrestricted free agents. That means that 16 players are in contract years and will need to prove themselves if they want a la...2025
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• No, Rams’ secondary isn’t good enough

Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images Dolphins trade Jalen Ramsey to Steelers, leaving massive void in Rams’ secondary Few things seemed as certain late into this offseason as the Los Angeles Rams reuniting with Jalen Ramsey. Instead, the Miami Dolphins sent the veteran corner to the Pittsburgh Steelers in mostly an exchange of players. According to reports, the Rams were in the mix along wi...2025
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• Ranking Rams’ position groups by concern level: Which spots should have fans worried?

Alex Gallardo-Imagn Images Which position groups should have Rams fans concerned heading into the summer? The Los Angeles Rams have broken for the summer break and will return for training camp in mid-July. At this point, the roster is pretty set and any addition outside of a big trade would be minimal. Still, there are still questions at certain position groups. Let’s take a look at the p...2025
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• LA Times: Rams have two key vulnerabilities

Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images Offensive tackle and corner are still major concerns for Rams in 2025 It’s clear the Los Angeles Rams have Super Bowl expectations in 2025. They renewed their commitment to Matthew Stafford this offseason, even though around the time of the NFL scouting combine it seemed they could possibly ship the veteran to the New York Giants or Las Vegas Raiders. Still...2025
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• A way-too-early Rams roster projection: Who gets in and who is left out

Matthew Stafford missed it by that much | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Complete with depth chart and practice squad With the conclusion of the Los Angeles Rams mandatory mini-camp, L.A. wraps up their spring Organized Team Activities. The Rams 90-man roster will reconvene For Day 1 of official training camp on July 22. While it’s much too early in the process for coaches to pencil in the opening...2025
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• Random Ramsdom: ‘Speed bumps not stop signs’

Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Los Angeles Rams News and Links for 6/20/25 We know a writer’s name because they are good at it, and Albert Breer is pretty darn good at it. He used the idea of cornerbacks in today’s NFL being speed bumps not stops signs and I am here for it (did he take that line from some inside the Rams? Whos to say?). Insider Sees Los Angeles Rams Philosophical Shift To ...2025
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• Matt Miller's Scouting Notebook: Mixon Undraftable, Trubisky Grading & More
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"Minnesota then pushed into Los Angeles territory, but Darnold was then sacked for the fourth time in the first half by Ahkello Witherspoon and fumbled it away with rookie Jared Verse recovering the loose ball and returning it 57 yards for a touchdown to make it 17-3."

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"Of Los Angeles’ crop of free agents – including defensive backs Jordan Fuller and Ahkello Witherspoon and tackle Alaric Jackson (a restricted free agent) – PFF dubbed Dotson as the most important to be re-signed."

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"I not only underestimated the young players and acquisitions, like Puka, Kevin Dotson, Byron Young, Ahkello Witherspoon, Michael Hoecht, and so on, but also the veterans."

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"Steelers re-signing Ahkello Witherspoon: Cornerback returning on two-year deal"

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"The Steelers’ inactives are tight end Eric Ebron (hamstring), quarterback Dwayne Haskins, running back Anthony McFarland, cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon, linebacker Buddy [more]"

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"49ers cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon played only 13 defensive snaps Saturday, benched after giving up 41-yard touchdown pass to Stefon Diggs."

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"The NFL fined 49ers cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon $28,075 for his illegal hit sent Saints tight end Jared Cook to the sideline with a concussion."

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"The Niners have a clear need at cornerback as Ahkello Witherspoon and Greg Mabin are their only outside CBs signed for 2018."

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"(72) Ahkello Witherspoon, CB (96) Trey Hendrickson, DE (131) Vince Biegel, LB (163) James Conner, RB (183) Erick Saubert, TE (200) Dan Skipper, OT (239) Josh Harvey-Clemons, SS."

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"CB Ahkello Witherspoon, Colorado The Colorado defense is quietly loaded with future NFL talent."

• Reviewing the Rams positional units and battles as Week 2 of camp winds down
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• Rams camp starts in two weeks: Reviewing the veteran/youngster roster mix

Safety Quentin Lake is one of many 4th year Rams in the final season of their contract | Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Les Snead and Sean McVay have constructed a balanced group The start to the 2025 season is counting down with the Los Angeles Rams set to open camp in two weeks, July 23. The preseason campaign is one month away, beginning with an August 9 meeting ...2025
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• No, Rams’ secondary isn’t good enough
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• How important is a good secondary for Rams success in 2025?

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Can the Rams get by with the current players in the secondary? When it comes to the Los Angeles Rams defense in 2025, there is one glaring weakness. After heading into the offseason with a need at the cornerback position, the Rams opted not to address it and move forward with the same group as last year. While there’s still a chance the Rams trade for Jalen Ramsey, ...2025
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• Buying or Selling: Rams defensive players for the 2025 season

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Kobie Turner enters a significant year three... I should have prefaced in yesterday’s article Buying or Selling: Rams offensive players for 2025 season that a “buy” indicates individual improvement moving forward. A “sell” classifies that a player is likely to regress in availability and/or performance. In short summary, I am buying stock in a lot of offensive player...2025
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• How big of an effect should special teams play have on the Rams opening roster?

Will Omar Speights be the Rams next special teams demon? | Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images Coordinator Chase Blackburn may have to replace 1500+ reps History tells us that the Los Angeles Rams special teams (ST) play has gone steadily downhill under the Sean McVay regime. His 2017 maiden unit was ranked as the best in the NFL, but has since tumbled, eventually to 32nd (last place) in...2025
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• A hater’s review of NFC West offseasons

Photo by Brooke Sutton/Getty Images What did the Cardinals, 49ers, Rams, and Seahawks get wrong in free agency and the draft? Teams that win offseasons in March through May rarely find themselves atop the standings when the calendar flips to December and January. Free agent signings commonly become expensive anchors against the salary cap. Draft picks are fifty-fifty propositions in the f...2025
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• Draft Winners & Losers: Did Rams come away with new starting linebacker?

Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Rams draft Ole Miss LB Chris Paul, Jr. in fifth round to compete for starting role The 2025 NFL Draft class is in the books for the Los Angeles Rams. Les Snead made six picks and you can find live updates on undrafted free agents here. At first glance, there are several Rams who emerged from the draft as big winners from a job security ...2025
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• Future first round pick gives Rams more flexibility than just at quarterback

Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images The Rams traded down in 2025 to set up a flexible future at QB. Heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, it was thought that the Los Angeles Rams could potentially be a sleeper team for a quarterback. With narratives swirling that they could be interested in quarterbacks Jaxson Dart or Jalen Milroe, it was an option that seemed to be on the table at 26. However, tak...2025
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• Pre-Snap Reads 4/21: Cooper Kupp preparing like he has something to prove in 2025

Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images His leadership and effort can be valuable for our young squad. In Today’s Links: all (most) of the articles, profiles, mocks, and more that a Seattle Seahawks fan could possibly need to prepare themselves for the Monday before the 2025 NFL Draft. Please, go forth and read, and acquire or stabilize, your knowledge. Thanks for being here. #np Get Into Your Lo...2025
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• 5 Rams who are in danger of losing their role after draft

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Kam Curl, Stetson Bennett, Ahkello Witherspoon, and other Rams who might not have a role depending on draft results We are days away from the Los Angeles Rams’ plan for the 2025 NFL Draft unfolding. We’ve spent the last months speculating and pondering nearly every possibility, and it’s almost time to analyze results. There are a handful of current Rams t...2025
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• My favorite players at every position for the Rams in the NFL Draft

Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Who are my favorite players at every position for the Rams in the NFL Draft? Every year throughout the NFL Draft process there are players that you enjoy watching more than others. While it’s expected to enjoy watching the top players in the class, when it happens for an under the radar prospect, it’s almost as if a connection is built with that player. This y...2025
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• What we learned from Rams OTAs and minicamp

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Here are five things we learned from Rams OTAs and minicamp The Los Angeles Rams wrapped up minicamp in Hawai’i on Wednesday. With the conclusion of minicamp, the Rams will now break until July 22 when they begin training camp. While the pads won’t come on until later in the summer, there was still plenty to learn. Here is a quick look at several things we learned an...2025
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• Jaire Alexander’s 6 best NFL landing spots after release by Packers

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images These six teams should pick up the phone ASAP. It’s a very weird time in the NFL calendar, and it just got a whole lot more bizarre with the news that the Green Bay Packers are releasing All-Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander. While the two sides have been butting heads in recent months, it’s stunning the team couldn’t find a trade partner — even to get som...2025
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• Is Emmanuel Forbes the key to the Rams secondary?

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images One of the largest areas of concern for the Los Angeles Rams heading into the 2025 season is on the defensive side of the ball, specifically in the secondary. The Rams didn’t sign a free agent at the position, choosing instead to bring back Ahkello Witherspoon. Additionally, they also didn’t address the position in the draft. Whether or not the Rams make a move, thei...2025
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• How should Rams approach each roster position in the draft?

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Identifying whether Rams need a long-term starter, role player, future proofing, or depth at each position through draft With two weeks to go until the NFL Draft, how should the Los Angeles Rams approach each position on their roster? Let’s take a look at the current depth chart and attempt to stick toward the following labels: Long-term starter A positio...2025
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• Random Ramsdom: Should Les Snead get some slack if draft goes poorly?

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Los Angeles Rams News and Links for 3/29/25 The NFL Draft “news” continues to spike as we get closer and closer to that exciting day/time, and let’s say that Les Snead drafts poorly, should he be given some slack? Snead has had some poor picks in the past (Greg Robinson certainly comes to mind) but it takes a team to make a decision, so not every pick is all on S...2025
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• Steelers re-signing Ahkello Witherspoon: Cornerback returning on two-year deal
Witherspoon led the Steelers in interceptions in 2021...2022
• Matthew Stafford won’t win MVP, but he deserves more credit than he gets

Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports Rams QB Matthew Stafford is getting overlooked again, and that’s probably how he likes it The Los Angeles Rams have won four of their last five games and enter the home stretch of the season in a strong position for a wild card spot, facts that would fantasy if not for the perennially-underrated Matthew Stafford. Look at all the players who the Rams put aro...2023
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• Steelers release Ahkello Witherspoon: Veteran CB let go in final year of two-year, $8 million deal

The former San Francisco 49er missed 21 games with injuries in his two seasons with the Steelers...2023
• Winners & Losers: Rams could be a dangerous entrant to playoffs

Photo by Harry How/Getty Images The Rams are playing their best football just in time for a playoff push The Los Angeles Rams dominated the Washington Commanders in nearly every facet of their Sunday NFC battle despite the final score of 28-20 indicating a narrow margin. The offensive line consistently created room for RB Kyren Williams, who fought for yards beyond what was available to th...2023
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• Ahkello Witherspoon fined $28,075 for hit that left Jared Cook with concussion
The NFL fined 49ers cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon $28,075 for his illegal hit sent Saints tight end Jared Cook to the sideline with a concussion. The hit came with 4:51 remaining in the first quarter on Cook’s second touchdown. Officials threw a flag on Witherspoon for a helmet-to-helmet hit on Cook, and the Saints tried a [more]...2019
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• DK Metcalf’s recurring ill-disciplined penalties have got to stop

Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images There have been calls for Metcalf to be suspended for his cheap shot on Ahkello Witherspoon and subsequent taunting penalty. DK Metcalf may very well be sending money to the NFL for this shot on Ahkello Witherspoon late in the Seattle Seahawks’ disappointing 30-13 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. pic.twitter.com/ADLz1cbVdg— . (@nothighlighthea) Septembe...2023
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• Random Ramsdom: Is Kevin Dotson the most important LA free agent?

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Los Angeles Rams News and Links for 1/27/24 The Los Angeles Rams have major decisions to make this offseason, and whether or not and or how to keep Kevin Dotson is one of those decisions. Should the Rams franchise tag him? According to the link below Dotson could be one of the most important pieces they will need to make a choice on this offseason. Dotson m...2024
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• Rams must allow Matthew Stafford to ‘sling it’ against Commanders

Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images 5 keys to victory for the Rams in Week 15 against the Commanders The Los Angeles Rams are into the final stretch of the season. With four games left to play, they sit at 6-7 with an opportunity to make the playoffs if they take care of business against the Washington Commanders. For a second consecutive week, the Rams will be playing a team off of their ...2023
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• Matthew Stafford won’t win MVP, but he deserves more credit than he gets
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• Winners & Losers: Kyren Williams jump starts Rams offense in second half

Photo by Harry How/Getty Images Raheem Morris’ defense kept Arizona out of the end zone Through five games the Los Angeles Rams have mostly started out strong but sputtered in the second half of games. That was their Achilles heel in closely contested matchups against the San Francisco 49ers, Cincinnati Bengals, Indianapolis Colts. and Philadelphia Eagles. The script flipped this Sunday ag...2023
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• Is this released cornerback a better option for Rams than Jalen Ramsey

Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images With Jalen Ramsey trade talks quiet, could Jaire Alexander be the better move for the Rams? Heading into the 2025 season, the Los Angeles Rams are still in need of a cornerback to add to the defense. There has been speculation that the Rams could pursue a trade for Jalen Ramsey. However, discussions have seemed to quiet down recently. Additionally, when asked a...2025
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• Is Emmanuel Forbes the key to the Rams secondary?
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• How much of an impact would Jalen Ramsey have in Rams secondary?

Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Would Jalen Ramsey have impact in the Rams secondary that they need? The Los Angeles Rams made the surprising choice to not select a cornerback in the NFL Draft, despite the position arguably being the team’s biggest need. It’s not just that the Rams didn’t draft a cornerback, but they actively passed on the position and starting level players such as Trey Amos. W...2025
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• The 7 biggest storylines for Rams heading into the draft

Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images Are Rams an early sleeper team at quarterback and other draft storylines The NFL Draft takes place on Thursday and for the Los Angeles Rams, this is certainly an interesting one. They go from being a team in a competitive rebuild to needing to supplement a competitive roster. After the success from the last two draft classes, there will be a lot of expectations ...2025
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• Seahawks Film Analysis: Dream or nightmare? Sam Darnold is the Seahawks’ new QB

Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The Seahawks have a new quarterback to replace Geno Smith. Is Sam Darnold a long-term answer at the position for Seattle? After much speculation about Geno Smith’s future, the Seahawks have a new QB. Soon after the Geno Smith trade was completed, QB Sam Darnold was increasingly talked about in Seattle. So, as soon as free agency began, the Seahawks made their decisio...2025
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