Rams Trade for Makai Lemon, Stacking Offense

0:00On April 7th, the Los Angeles Rams are stacking their offense for the 2026 NFL season, eyeing a third star receiver despite already. Having Devante Adams and Puka Nakua locked in, in his latest mock draft, ESPN's Peter Schrager projects them grabbing USC standout, Makai Lemon, with the 13th overall pick, making him that. Perfect WR-3 option. They snagged this pick thanks to a trade down with the Atlanta Falcons in the 2025 draft, putting them right in range for a top talent, like Lemon. Schrager says Lemon messes perfectly with the RAM scheme, signaling their all-in, especially if it's Matthew Stafford's last ride. Lemon balled out last college season, hauling in 79 catches for 1,156 yards and 11 touchdowns, earning the, by let Nakafa Ward, as the nation's best receiver. That hardware is produced studs like Jermar Chase and Devante Smith, though it's hit or miss with some bus, too. For the Rams, Lemon slides in as an elite third option now and a long-term piece later,

1:04with Adams wrapping his deal in the contract year, in the contract year. It rounds out a roster with a few weak spots. This moves Schrain's contention mode for LA, building depth where it counts to chase that ring in 2026.