Rams Sign Tight End Dan Villari, Adding to Crowded Depth Chart

0:00On April 26th, the Los Angeles Rams made some head-scratching moves at Tide End in the 2026 NFL Draft. They stunned folks by grabbing Ty Simpson in Round 1, then doubled down in Round 2 with Ohio State's Max Claire, even though they already had four. Salah Tide ends on the roster like Kobe Parkinson, Terrace Ferguson, Tyler Higby, and Davis Allen. Now they're stacking the room even more by signing undrafted free agent Dan Vellari from Syracuse. His 6 foot 4, 245 pound Tide End brings a wild twist. He racked up 445 rushing yards and four touchdowns. On 93 carries during his college days, Vellari started as a quarterback, hitting 69.7% of his passes in 2023 for 177 yards, one touchdown, and two picks. Fans are buzzing about his gadget potential, seeing him as fun deaf who might stick around in long-term once the vets move on.

1:01As a receiver, he hauled in 66 catches for 671 yards and three scores, all in that same 2023 season. It's a crowded depth chart, but his versatility could spice up preseason or carve out a roll down the line. Rams brass clearly loves Tide End talent, turning a strength into a surplus that might pay off in creative plays ahead.