Rams' Offensive Line Draft Targets: Versatile Tackles

0:00It's April 23rd. Welcome to California News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. The Los Angeles Rams got a solid squad heading into next season, but their biggest gap is offensive line depth, especially a tackle. Four out of five starters hit free agency soon, so they need a versatile swing guy who can flip between left and right tackle or slide inside to. Guard. Warm McClendon looks set to hold down right tackle, but don't expect the first round pick here, more like day two or three in the 2026 draft. Looking back at general manager, less needs track records since 2020, the Rams love tackles with college starting reps like 37. Starts from McClendon or 42 for undrafted Alleric Jackson, versatility rules. They want dudes who plug in anywhere from zone schemes to gap with sharp football smarts and clean technique over flashy athleticism. These picks shape the line for years. Rob Havenstein anchored right tackle for a decade despite meta testing numbers.

1:03Joe Notepoom swung everywhere, till injuries hit, and Logan Bruss flashed elite explosion before a brutal leg break. Even vets like Andrew Whitworth brought size and space blocking savvy as a free agent Sinee. Fast forward to 2026 prospects fitting them old, Brian Parker from Duke, a three year tackle starter who even reps center at the shrine. Bow, projects third round, Penn State's Drew Shelton owns 34 left tackle starts with quick feet, while Boston College's Logan Taylor and Missouri's Keegan Trust offer. Guard tackle flex as four year vets, both around fourth or fifth round. Rams fans keep eyes on these hybrid blockers as the draft nears. They could lock down that depth without breaking the bank, keeping McVeigh's offense. Rolling smooth.