Rams' Free Agency Moves: Balancing Leadership & Cap

0:00On March 2nd, free agency kicks off next week, and the Los Angeles Rans are eyeing their pending free agents to bolster an already strong roster. With David Quessaberry already resigned and Rob Havenstein choosing retirement, the list has shortened. Experts predict the mix of returns for key veterans, balancing leadership and depth against salary cap needs. Tide and Tyler Higby looks likely to stay if he skips retirement, valued for his blocking and mentoring of young players despite recent injuries. Why receiver 2-2 at well, however, should head elsewhere after a bench heavy year, seeking a bigger role. Kicker Harris and Meebus and a couple of exclusive rights for the agents, like why receivers Xavier Smith and offensive lineman Justin Dettich are cheap, keeps. In the secondary, safety Cameron Curle may cash in big after a breakout season, especially with Quentin Lake Lockdown. Cornerback Kobe Durand offers versatility worth retaining, while Akela Withaspoon's injury woes point to goodbye. Roger McCreary could stick around on a short deal post-trade.

1:01Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo appears headed out, with reports linking him to the cardinals as a bridge option amid their coaching changes. Running back Ronnie Rivers earned trust for key snaps, making him a stay, but tackles like DJ. Humphries and others such as Tide and Nick Vanit and Linebacker Troy Reader face an uphill battle. These moves would give the Rams flexibility heading into the draft, prioritizing best players available over force picks at corner or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere. Or elsewhere.