Rams NFL Draft Tracker: Every Pick, Trade, and Instant Grade

We have finally made it to draft night and the Los Angeles Rams will continue strengthening their roster as they strive for another Super Bowl. After making the NFC Championship game last season, the Rams are in a unique spot and hold the 13th overall pick due to a trade with the Atlanta Falcons made during the draft last year.

Rams general manager Les Snead has never been one to be quiet on draft day. Whether it's a surprise pick or a big trade, the Rams will be busy over the weekend. From selections to rumors and scoops, to picks and trades, we will have everything covered for you here. But first, here’s a preview of what we have already covered on the road to the draft.

2026 Rams Draft Class

1st Round, 13th Overall: QB Ty Simpson, Alabama

The Los Angeles Rams have made the surprise pick of the first round by taking Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Taking Simpson solidifies the Rams’ plans post-Matthew Stafford as Sean McVay now has his quarterback of the future. If the Rams had conviction in Simpson, taking him at 13 makes sense.

2nd Round, 61st Overall: TE Max Klare, Ohio State

By selecting Klare, it signals that the Rams will continue leaning into those heavy tight end sets on offense. While he needs to continue developing as a blocker, his 6’4 frame makes him a good receiving target. He brings versatility as an “F” tight end, lining up in the slot and out wide. Klare may not have an immediate impact, but will provide another receiving weapon for Stafford in the passing game.

3rd Round, 93rd Overall: OT Keagen Trost, Missouri

At the very least, the Rams needed swing tackle depth behind Jackson and McClendon which Trost can provide. He’s a seventh-year senior with four years of starting experience. Most of Trost’s experience comes at left and right tackle, but he did play at guard for 75 snaps at Indiana State in 2022. His versatility across multiple positions gives the Rams valuable experience and depth up front that they previously lacked

6th Round, 197th Overall (via PHI): WR CJ Daniels, Miami

Daniels fits the Rams’ archetype at wide receiver perfectly and should provide some competition on the depth chart. As a potential late-round gem, Daniels made a lot of sense. Heading into the draft, the Rams have needed an upgrade over Jordan Whittington and Konata Mumpfield. Daniels may not beat them out immediately, but will be a name to watch in training camp and during the preseason.

7th Round, 232nd Overall (via BAL): DL Tim Keenan III, Alabama

Keenan should be able to carve out a role as a player on early downs and provide nose tackle depth behind Poona Ford as Keenan is exactly what teams look for at the position. Keenan should be able to compete with Ty Hamilton, who was drafted just last year. He may not be a high-impact player, but he can be counted on to do the dirty work in the middle of the defensive line.

Follow the Rams' undrafted free agent signings here.

What are the Rams' Needs in the 2026 NFL Draft?

1. Wide Receiver
2. Backup Quarterback
3. Offensive Line Depth
4. Linebacker
5. Cornerback

When it comes to the 2026 NFL Draft, the Rams are in a great place as they don't have any glaring needs. General manager Les Snead did a good job addressing the team's immediate needs via trade and free agency.

However, the Rams could still use a third wide receiver behind Davante Adams and Puka Nacua. Adams and Nacua have had injuries in the past and behind them, the Rams have relied on Konata Mumpfield and Jordan Whittington.

A popular choice for the Rams in mock drafts has been an offensive tackle. While it wouldn't be unheard of for the Rams to take a tackle, it is probably unlikely. Still, with Warren McClendon in the final year of his contract, the Rams could look to take a tackle in the middle rounds.

On the defensive side of the ball, the Rams could still look to add a cornerback. Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson are strong starters, but the Rams need depth. A player with slot and outside capabilities makes the most sense.

Lastly, the Rams could look to add a linebacker and upgrade over Omar Speights. Speights has been fine, but has athletic limitations, especially in coverage. The Rams haven't typically invested at linebacker, but it's possible that they look to add one on Day 2.

Rams 7-Round Mock Draft

Round	Player
1st - 17th Overall (via trade w/DET)	WR Denzel Boston, Washington
2nd - 61st Overall	QB Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
3rd - 93rd Overall	LB Josiah Trotter, Missouri
4th - 118th Overall (via trade w/DET)	CB Chandler Rivers, Duke
5th - 157th Overall (via trade w/DET)	TE Sam Roush, Stanford
6th - 187th Overall (via trade w/CAR)	OT Carver Willis, Washington
7th - 252nd Overall	S Michael Taaffe, Texas

Entering the 2026 NFL Draft, the Rams are in a unique spot where they have a lot of flexibility and can take the best player available. We delivered our final seven-round Rams mock draft of the offseason earlier this week to project exactly what the draft class could look like. Additionally, after the Ty Simpson pick, we added an Day 2 mock draft.

Who are the Best Players Available on Day 2

Rams Fits (1-10)	Rams Fits (11-20)
1. LB Anthony Hill Jr., Texas	11. CB Colton Hood, Tennessee
2. LB Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech	12. EDGE TJ Parker, Clemson
3. WR Germie Bernard, Alabama	13. CB Keionte Scott, Miami
4. CB Jermod McCoy, Tennessee	14. IOL Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon
5. CB D'Angelo Ponds, Indiana	15. TE Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt
6. CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson	16. EDGE R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma
7. LB CJ Allen, Georgia	17. CB Keith Abney, Arizona State
8. CB Treydan Stukes, Arizona	18. TE Max Klare, Ohio State
9. IOL Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M	19. EDGE Gabe Jacas, Illinois
10. WR Denzel Boston, Washington	20. EDGE Cashius Howell, Texas A&M

Finally, here is our Rams-only big board to track over the first few rounds of the draft. This is a top-100 Rams fit board. Rather than grading players on solely talent, this board ranks them based on scheme fit, traits, and how they align with the current roster. You can also check out the best players available on Day 2.

Rams Draft Rumors Tracker: What's Real?

With just hours to go before the start of the NFL Draft, the rumors are beginning to swirl. The Rams are a huge wild card in the first round, making them the center of several rumors.

On the defensive side of the ball, the Rams have been linked to linebackers and edge rushers. ESPN's Matt Miller reported that the Rams could take a linebacker in the second round, especially if Josiah Trotter is there. Additionally, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported that one GM believes the Rams will look at pass rusher somewhere early in the draft. Fowler also noted Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard as a player to watch for the Rams. The Rams have also been linked heavily to USC's Makai Lemon.

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