Rams Sign Ex-Chiefs CB Watson, Strengthen Secondary

0:00On March 9th, the Los Angeles Rams have struck again in free agency, signing Kansas City Chiefs Cornerback, Jalen Watson to a three-year deal. This comes right after they grabbed all-pro Trent McDuffy from the same team, giving the Rams a pair of proven starters from Kansas City's stout. Secondary, Watson stepped up as a reliable starter last season, deflecting six passes, picking off two and holding opponents to just one touchdown. He limited quarterbacks to a 62.5 completion percentage against him and missed only one tackle all year. Fans and analysts love the instant chemistry between Watson and McDuffy, who already know each other's game inside out. This move lets the Rams shift the manual Forbes junior into more flexible roles and eases the pressure to chase top-draft prospects at corner. Coming off a season where the cheese allowed just 195.6 passing yards for game, Watson should help tighten the Rams. Defense, which gave up 216.7, his physical style and blitzing skills make him a perfect fit.

1:05With these two ex-chiefs locking down the secondary, the Rams let prime for a big jump in 2026 and expect more move soon to. Build on this hot start.