NFL mock draft: League insiders predict the top 10 picks, including two for Giants We asked execs, coaches and scouts to project the top of the first round.

How NFL executives, coaches and scouts see the first 10 picks of this year's draft turning out.

Always an interesting read from @jeffphowe: www.nytimes.com/athletic/721...

Rams G Steve Avila on what it's like to head into a contract year:

"I feel like everybody that's up for extension is hoping to get one. That's definitely something I wish could happen."

Kobie Turner gave a similar sentiment.

Some motivated Rams heading into 2026.

Sean McVay:

“If you’re not tough, you won’t play for us.”

A big reason that Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson were their two big additions this offseason.

Rams GM Les Snead on contract talks with Matthew Stafford:

“Progress has been made. No timeline per se, but don’t expect any drama.”

Stafford is in the building for the offseason program, entering a contract year.

Puka Nacua is present for the first day of the Rams’ offseason program.

Rams 7-round 2026 mock draft: Trades land 2 starters, plus a backup QB (Gift Article) In our final mock ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, we have the Rams going trade-heavy on Day 2 to help fill some of their needs.

A final 7-round Rams mock draft from yours truly.

And I went with a tackle at No. 13. But with an aggressive plan after to chase a stud WR — and a backup QB.

The trade-heavy mock is here:
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Not sure I will ever get used to a big playoff game coming on at 10 a.m. out here in L.A. But let’s go Cavs.

For those wondering, Blake Corum does have a new number — #24, per team source. His college number of 2 belongs to Jaylen McCollough.

Trent McDuffie keeps his number after joining the Rams.

New Rams jerseys on display in their draft house at Hollywood Park. Only place you can buy the new ones right now is at the team store here.

The Rams have some custom products in the team store themed around players. The Colby Parkinson one is killing me 😂

New star, new jersey.

She’s a beaut.

Woman accusing Puka Nacua of biting her withdraws restraining order request

The woman who accused Puka Nacua of biting her on New Year’s Eve has withdrawn her request for a restraining order.

The civil lawsuit is ongoing.

From @theathletic.com:
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Let’s talk draft trade possibilities for the Rams:

I explored what it can look like to trade up, trade back slightly and trade back a lot this year — and which is most likely, and for which players.

Mailbag:

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Really fun idea for the Rams *if* they can find a way to land a good WR.

Waiting until the third round feels a bit dicey there but can work if they go after a better one in next year’s draft to replace Davante Adams.

Rams mailbag: What would it take to trade up for Carnell Tate or Sonny Styles? (Gift Article) With the NFL Draft fast approaching, we answer readers' questions about the Rams' options with their first-round selection.

Your Rams draft mail is here 📬

✉️ What does trading up for Carnell Tate or Sonny Styles look like?
✉️ Who are the players can they not pass on?
✉️ Is O-Line at No. 13 a real possibility?
✉️ Why Aubrey Pleasant is not back

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Rams mailbag: What would it take to trade up for Carnell Tate or Sonny Styles? (Gift Article) With the NFL Draft fast approaching, we answer readers' questions about the Rams' options with their first-round selection.

Your Rams draft mail is here 📬

✉️ What does trading up for Carnell Tate or Sonny Styles look like?
✉️ Who are the players can they not pass on?
✉️ Is O-Line at No. 13 a real possibility?
✉️ Why Aubrey Pleasant is not back

www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...

Second (and final) call for Rams mailbag questions 📬

What do you want to know about this team entering the draft?

Send longer questions here: www.nytimes.com/athletic/719...

Let’s power rank the WR draft prospects with the help of “The Beast.”

The fit, value and likelihood of these 7 options for the Rams:

🏈 Carnell Tate
🏈 Makai Lemon
🏈 Jordyn Tyson
🏈 KC Concepcion
🏈 Omar Cooper Jr.
🏈 Denzel Boston
🏈 Germie Bernard

www.nytimes.com/athletic/718...

It’s time for another Rams mailbag 📭

What’s on your mind ahead of the draft?

Hello, I write about football for a living. You seem to be looking for someone else to be mad at online today.

Let’s power rank the WR draft prospects with the help of “The Beast.”

The fit, value and likelihood of these 7 options for the Rams:

🏈 Carnell Tate
🏈 Makai Lemon
🏈 Jordyn Tyson
🏈 KC Concepcion
🏈 Omar Cooper Jr.
🏈 Denzel Boston
🏈 Germie Bernard

www.nytimes.com/athletic/718...

Just wrote my first piece breaking down “The Beast” on how the top WRs could each fit the Rams. Coming tomorrow @theathletic.com.

If you haven’t checked out Dane Brugler’s baby yet, now’s the time. The single best NFL Draft guide in existence:

www.nytimes.com/athletic/int...

NFL Draft 2026 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler’s definitive scouting reports and player rankings Dane Brugler’s in-depth scouting reports and rankings for more than 2,700 prospects. Quarterbacks, wide receivers, edge rushers, the top 100 overall and more — all in one place.

"The Beast" is live.

Dane Brugler's annual NFL Draft project with scouting reports on thousands of prospects is live on @theathletic.com:

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Three paths the Rams could take to fill their need for a backup quarterback (Gift Article) How the Rams decide to fill their backup QB void could tell a lot about their future plans at the game's most important position.

Breaking down the Rams’ search for a backup QB:

🏈 Is Jimmy Garoppolo coming back?
🏈 Another veteran who makes a lot of sense
🏈 How many draft options can be the No. 2?
🏈 Trade possible?

www.nytimes.com/athletic/717...

Three paths the Rams could take to fill their need for a backup quarterback (Gift Article) How the Rams decide to fill their backup QB void could tell a lot about their future plans at the game's most important position.

Breaking down the Rams’ search for a backup QB:

🏈 Is Jimmy Garoppolo coming back?
🏈 Another veteran who makes a lot of sense
🏈 How many draft options can be the No. 2?
🏈 Trade possible?

www.nytimes.com/athletic/717...

Three paths the Rams could take to fill their need for a backup quarterback (Gift Article) How the Rams decide to fill their backup QB void could tell a lot about their future plans at the game's most important position.

The Rams need a backup to Matthew Stafford.

And it won’t be Kirk Cousins, like they were hoping for.

A look at one of the more underrated needs on the Rams roster — and whether the backup and heir to the future can be the same guy this year:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/717...

Three paths the Rams could take to fill their need for a backup quarterback (Gift Article) How the Rams decide to fill their backup QB void could tell a lot about their future plans at the game's most important position.

The Rams need a backup to Matthew Stafford.

And it won’t be Kirk Cousins, like they were hoping for.

A look at one of the more underrated needs on the Rams roster — and whether the backup and heir to the future can be the same guy this year:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/717...

The lessons Puka Nacua learns this offseason could define the Rams' future

What’s going on with Puka Nacua?

Why is a care facility necessary?

And what does it say about whether the Rams will pay him a monster contract?

Let’s dive in:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/716...

The lessons Puka Nacua learns this offseason could define the Rams' future

How Puka Nacua’s trip to a care facility will decide so much about his future with the Rams — and about the Rams’ future as a franchise:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/716...