Rams Lock in Young Talent with ERFA Tenders

0:00On March 3rd, the Los Angeles Rams have tender contracts to three exclusive rights. Free agents, offensive linemen Justin Dedek, Kicker Harrison, Mevis, and Wide Receivers Xavier Smith. This move locks them in with one-year deals at the league minimum, preventing them from shopping elsewhere since they all have fewer than three. Accrued seasons Exclusive rights free agents like these guys face a simple choice. Take the offer from their current team or sit out the year. For the Rams, it's a straightforward way to hold onto young talent without breaking the bank. Dedek, a 25-year-old undrafted free agent from USC who joined in 2024, has played in 32 games over two seasons, starting 10 of them, including playoffs. He's been a reliable piece on the offensive line. Mevis, just 23, stepped in as Kicker late last season and went 12-13 on field goals, plus perfect on 39 extra points in. Nine regular season games.

1:01In the playoffs, he nailed all six field goals, including a game winner against the Bears, and nine extra points. Smith, 28, handled punt returns with 27 for 251 yards, averaging 9.3 per return, while catching. 18 passes for three 0-3 yards, both career bests. With these tenders, the Rams keep their depth intact heading into next season.