Why Rams Are Still Looking For a Trade Splash

The Los Angeles Rams continue to work the phones as the NFL approaches it's trade deadline

Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco (15) is chased through the end zone by Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 1 game between the Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. The Bengals begin the season with a 17-16 win over the Browns. | Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Rams are alleged to be active players in the NFL's 2025 trade market. After already acquiring defensive back Roger McCreary, here's who the team has called on since.

Trade Targets in Cincinnati

According to The Athletic's Dianna Russini, the Rams have made calls to Cincinnati for Logan Wilson and Trey Hendrickson. Wilson has already requested a trade from the organization, due to decreased playtime as the Bengals have played their younger linebackers over him.

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) watches a replay as the Detroit Lions celebrate a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 5 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Detroit Lions at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. The Bengals continued a losing streak, falling 37-24 to the Lions. | Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Hendrickson had a long-standing issue over his contract. Despite finding a temporary solution for this season, Hendrickson is set to be a free agent this offseason.

The Bengals are reportedly declining offers with no intention to move either man.

McVay Earlier This Week

Rams head coach Sean McVay was asked on Wednesday if he expects the team to make any other moves before the trade deadline.

Oct 19, 2025; London, United Kingdom; Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay reacts after a play against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second half of an NFL International Series game at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

“I wouldn't say no," stated McVay. "It's not something that we've really talked about. I think if certain opportunities arise that you feel like give you a chance to be able to significantly upgrade your football team, but I feel really good about our group and the growth that I still think can be had from us in spite of doing some good things. That's really in all three phases. It hasn't been something that we've really talked about, but I certainly would never rule that out.”

The Analysis

I don't see either trade getting executed as the Rams are known for making calls to judge interest but unless there's a deal that the team is truly in love with, Les Snead isn't going to make a deal, especially with an organization as "old school" if that's the nice term, as the Cincinnati Bengals.

Oct 5, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Detroit Lions tight end Brock Wright (89) runs for a touchdown past Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson (55) during the second quarter at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images | Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Wilson wouldn't make much sense unless he replaces Omar Speights in the starting lineup because the Rams have the same situation Wilson is trying to leave in Cincinnati, has a lot of money and years left on his deal, and I doubt the Rams want to get rid of Troy Reeder as a corresponding roster move.

Hendrickson is a bit more intriguing since he can play inside and outside, only has the rest of this year remaining on his deal, and could be cheaper than previously expected but I believe his price tag will remain too high for the Rams to execute a trade.

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