Rams Trade Up for Offensive Tackle

On April 6th, the Los Angeles Rams hold the Atlanta Falcons first-round pick in the upcoming NFL draft, sitting around the early teens.

Most folks are buzzing about staying put and grabbing USC White receiver Mackay Lemon, a local explosive talent.

But Rams GM, less need, dodge questions on that, playing a coy like always during draft season.

Meanwhile, coach Sean McVeigh has shown real interest in bringing in Kirk Cousins as a veteran backup for Matthew Stafford.

That signals they're focused on winning now, not rebuilding from scratch.

They already traded for cornerback Trent McDuffy, proving they're aggressive without panicking.

Fans and Mox keep pushing the safe receiver pick, but that just adds a solid starter, not a game changer.

For a contender like the Rams, chasing headlines with a wide out, or even a quarterback like Ty Simpson misses the mark.

Stafford's window is key, and backup plans are covered.

The smarter play is trading up a few spots into the 8-10 range for a blue chive offensive tackle.

Those premium mime and hold value for years, protect the pocket, boost the run game, and give McVeigh more time to scheme.

It's not flashy, but it ripples through the whole offence.

This fits Sneed's bold style perfectly pairing vet moves, with draft upside to keep contending.

Instead of waiting for falls, shape the board and lock in that cornerstone protector for the long haul.