Rams Draft Tight End for Future, Not Immediate Impact

0:00On April 25th, the Los Angeles Rams just grabbed Ohio State Titan Max Claire with the 61st overall pick in the second round. That's their second straight year taking a Titan that high, and for the second night in the row, it's a guy who might not see much action as a rookie. They already got solid depth at the position with Kobe Parkinson, Davis Allen, Tyler Higby, and last year's top pick Terrence Ferguson. This move caught some folks off guard since the Rams spend big and free agency to load up for right now. Rookie Titans often need time to adjust, just like Ferguson barely played early last season. Claire probably won't light it up in 2026 with that crowded depth char blocking his path. Looking ahead, Parkinson and Allen are in their final contract years, so the Rams are getting smart about potential turnover. They want to keep running those heavy Titan sets without missing a beat next off season. Overall, it's a safe long-term play that doesn't juice Matthew Stafford's offense for Super Bowl push this year. Smart for tomorrow, but it pulls back from the all-in vibe they've built so far.