Rams Trade for McDuffie, Overhaul Cornerback Position

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. The Los Angeles Rams pulled off a major trade by acquiring all pro-cornerback Trent McDuffy from the Kansas City Chiefs. According to reports from ESPN and NFL Network inciders, the Rams are sending a first round pick at the 29th spot, plus fifth round, sixth round, and a 20-27 third round selection to Kansas City. The deal won't become official until the league year starts on March 11th at 4 p.m. Eastern time. It's the Rams opening move to overhaul their cornerback position after a rough 20-25 season left them thin at the spot. Only three corners remain under contract, with one likely getting cut and another mainly playing inside. Rams brass is going all in for a 20-26 Super Bowl push, trading away cheap young talent for proven stars right now. This fits their long time approach of ignoring draft picks to chase titles, like when they dealt late first rounders for receivers, quarterbacks, and edge rushes that fueled

1:03Super Bowl runs in 2018 and 2021. Some fans worry about the steep price tag, and if McDuffy suits their needs best outside, versus in the slot. Still, expect a big contract extension soon, as that's part of why the chiefs let them go, despite their own title hopes. This DNN story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description. Podcasts hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.