Rams Trade for CB Trent McDuffie

0:00On March 4, the Los Angeles Rams made a major move to shore of their secondary, trading for cornerback Trent McDuffy from the Kansas City Chiefs. The deal sends the Chiefs the 29th overall draft pick, a 5th rounder, a 6th rounder, and a 3rd round choice in 2027. It becomes official at the start of the NFL New Year on March 11. The Rams have been desperate for cornerback help, and McDuffy fits the bill perfectly after shining in Kansas City. Meanwhile, the Chiefs are reloading their roster with all those extra picks to chase more talent. McDuffy starred at the University of Washington before the Chiefs took him 21st overall in the 2022 draft. Fans and analysts are buzzing about how his championship experience could transform the Rams' defense right away. In four years with Kansas City, he posted 178 solo tackles, 34 passes defense, and three interceptions earning. The first team all pro nods in 2023 and second team last year. He's a two-time Super Bowl winner already.

1:04Expect the Rams to pursue a long-term extension soon, given his four-year deal that carries a hefty base salary of 13,600. $32,000 in 2026. This swap sets up both teams for exciting off-season pushes.