Rams Draft: Top Pick, Extra Picks, and Long-Term Plan

0:00On March 31st, the Los Angeles Rams are dominating the headlines in mock drafts and free agency grades right now, sitting at the top of the class with no major holes on their roster. They beefed up their secondary big time by grabbing cornerbacks, Trent McDuffy and Jalen Watson, and that trade from McDuffy even netted them the 13th overall pick after sending the 29th to the chiefs. Rams' general manager, Les Sneed, talked to reporters at the NFL annual meeting and laid out their draft plans. He said they're unlikely to trade up because of the steep cost, but trading back could snack extra picks if top target slide. That 13th spot is the highest they've drafted since taking Jared Goff number one overall back in 2016. Analysts are buzzing that a game-changing offensive player like a wide receiver, offensive tackle, or tied-in should be there at 13, and the Rams entered the draft with seven total picks. They kept most of their core from last year's 12 and 5 squad that finished second in the NFC West, just one win short of the Super Bowl. Despite a few

1:02secondary losses, that 13th pick holds some magic for the Rams. They snagged Aaron Donald there in 2014, and it's their best shot since their recent high selections. Last year they started with eight picks, but traded up for a smaller class, so stacking more assets makes sense with their roster stability. Head coach Sean McVeigh echoed the knee for more pass rushers and playmakers, especially with 38-year-old Matthew Stafford and wide receiver. Devante Adams turning 34 in December. The drafts less than a month away, so expect the Rams to play it smart and build for the long haul.