
Rams Strengthen Secondary, Target Key Needs in Mock Draft
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The Los Angeles Rams strengthened their secondary with Trent McDuffie, Jaylen Watson, and Kamren Curl, now focusing on filling gaps with their draft picks. Theyre expected to trade back from pick thirteen to seventeen, selecting Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Junior. This move addresses the need for a solid number three receiver and bolsters the offense and pass rush. Additionally, theyre looking to add depth at offensive guard and edge rusher with Iowas Gennings Dunker and Western Michigans Nadame Tucker. This mock draft sets the Rams up well for a contender run.
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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! — Rams Strengthen Secondary, Target Key Needs in Mock Draft. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.
0:00It's March 22nd. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI, your gridiron update. I'm Cory with the story. The Los Angeles Rams are in great shape after a strong offseason, especially with their secondary lockdown. They add a cornerbacks, Trent McDuffy and Jalen Watson, and kept safety Cameron Curle, fixing a big weakness. Now they just need to fill a few gaps to push for the top spot in the NFL. They hold picks, 13, 61, and 93, in the first three rounds of the 2026 draft. NFL.com's Chad Reuter sees them trading back from 13 to 17, in round 1, grabbing Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. right. There. These moves target key needs, like a solid number three receiver, behind Pukinakua and DeBonte Adams, plus depth at offensive guard and edge rusher. Fans and analysts like to fit, as it bolsters the offense and pass rush without reaching too far. Cooper had a breakout year with 69 catches for 937 yards and 13 touchdowns, even adding
1:05some rushing scores. Iowa's Jennings Dunker brings proven blocking chops, while Western Michigan's Nadam Tucker dominated with 21 tackles for loss and 14.5 sacks last season. Overall, this mock draft sets the Rams up nicely for a contender run, blending smart trades with high upside talent.
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