Rams' 2026 Draft: Thirteen Spot, Big Hype

0:00It's April 20th. This is NFL News Today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Cory with the story. The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday night in Pittsburgh, and the Los Angeles Rams sit pretty at the 13th overall pick. Under Sean McVeigh and Les Sneed, first round selections have been rare. They've only made one in ten drafts together, grabbing Ed rusher Jared Verse. Back in 2024, this top 15 spot comes from last year's trade with the Atlanta Falcons, rafting up the hype big time. Rams fans are buzzing because the team finally has flexibility after a strong free agency splash. No glaring holes means they can chase best player available or shake things up with a trade. The drafts always been about hope for teams and pay off for players who grind it for years. Excitement's personal too. I've been deep in college tape since the senior bull, running shadow drafts to match the Rams board. From debating Sam Bradford back in 2010 to pounding the table for Aaron Donald, it's full circle

1:02now with his prime spot. Heading in, expect the unexpected, maybe a surprise like Penn State Guard O'Live of Vega Iowane at 13, or pushing up for Ohio State White Outcar now. Tate. Day 2 likely brings a quarterback like LSU's Garrett Newsmeyer to groom behind Stafford, with day 3 eyeing special teams help. Linebacker Anthony Hill from Texas is a no matter what guy for immediate fit. Whoever's need cooks up, the Rams loader roster lets them play the long game, or go bold. Thursday nights wide open, and that's the beauty of draft. Week.