Rams 53-man roster projection: Undrafted rookie OLB sneaks on

The s improved to 2-0 within the preseason with their s on Saturday, dominating from begin to y. The Rams held out much more gamers than they did within the first preseason recreation, giving us additional readability on what the 53-man roster may appear to be when it's set subsequent Sunday.

Desjuan Johnson, Ty Hamilton and Xavier Smith have been amongst those that sat out the second preseason recreation after taking part in within the first, which is a sign that their roster spots are secured.

With only one week till remaining roster cuts, right here's our newest projection for the Rams' preliminary 53-man squad, which options a few modifications on protection.

Quarterback (3)

1. Matthew Stafford
2. Stetson Bennett
3. Ty Simpson

No modifications right here. Bennett performed very well in opposition to the s and Simpson did what he may with restricted alternatives within the second half. Bennett is acting at a excessive sufficient stage that he deserves retaining on the 53-man roster, particularly contemplating he'd probably be claimed if reduce.

Operating again (4)

1. Kyren Williams
2. Blake Corum
3. Ronnie Rivers
4. Jarquez Hunter

Hunter put collectively a terrific efficiency in opposition to the Saints, dashing for 68 yards and a landing on solely 12 carries, forcing various defenders to overlook sort out makes an attempt on him. Rivers sat out the sport once more and needs to be protected because the third working again, too.

Extensive receiver (6)

1. Puka Nacua
2. Davante Adams
3. Jordan Whittington
4. Konata Mumpfield
5. Xavier Smith
6. CJ Daniels

The truth that Smith was held out of this recreation is an efficient signal for him. Whittington and Mumpfield additionally sat for the second straight week. Daniels had his greatest recreation but and confirmed he may very well be a key contributor this season if referred to as upon, catching eight passes for 68 yards.

Tight finish (5)

1. Colby Parkinson
2. Tyler Higbee
3. Terrance Ferguson
4. Davis Allen
5. Max Klare

Allen ought to return from his harm quickly, which can give the Rams 5 wholesome tight ends once more. Klare didn't stand out the best way he did within the first recreation however he's not in any hazard of shedding his roster spot as a second-round rookie.

Offensive line (9)

1. LT Alaric Jackson
2. LG Steve Avila
3. C Coleman Shelton
4. RG Kevin Dotson
5. RT Warren McClendon Jr.
6. OT David Quessenberry
7. G/C Beaux Limmer
8. G/C Justin Dedich
9. G/T Keagen Trost

Dedich is anticipated to be again from the NFI record quickly, and Sean McVay stated Trost has an opportunity to be prepared for Week 1. If Trost isn't again by then, he may begin the season on injured reserve, which might open up a roster spot, however it looks as if issues are trending towards him being lively early within the season as a backup at proper sort out.

Line of defense (6)

1. DT Kobie Turner
2. NT Poona Ford
3. DL Tyler Davis
4. DE Braden Fiske
5. NT Tim Keenan III
6. DL Ty Hamilton

It's a bit bit stunning that Hamilton sat out the second preseason recreation, however that's excellent news for the 2025 draft decide. He might have secured his roster spot, particularly after being seen working with the first-team protection in Thursday's joint follow. Keenan's job also needs to be protected as a rookie however you by no means know.

Exterior linebacker (5)

1. Myles Garrett
2. Byron Younger
3. Josaiah Stewart
4. Desjuan Johnson
5. Wesley Bailey

On this projection, Bailey sneaks onto the 53-man roster after two robust performances within the preseason. He was particularly dominant on Saturday, recording 5 tackles, 4 QB hits, a sack and a compelled fumble. He's going to be a troublesome participant to depart off the staff, particularly contemplating he may very well be claimed by one other staff off waivers. As talked about, Johnson sat this recreation out, which is a sign that he's made the staff.

Inside linebacker (4)

1. Nate Landman
2. Omar Speights
3. Shaun Dolac
4. Grant Stuard

It's unlikely this group goes to vary in any respect within the subsequent week, it doesn’t matter what occurs within the preseason finale. All 4 of those gamers have sat out your complete preseason and are in no hazard of being reduce.

Cornerback (4)

1. Trent McDuffie
2. Jaylen Watson
3. Emmanuel Forbes Jr.
4. Josh Wallace

After making the staff in our earlier projections, Cam Lampkin will get reduce this time round to make room for Bailey. 4 cornerbacks isn't so much, so the Rams might not really feel nice about that quantity, however with the flexibility of Lake, Wallace and Watson, there are plenty of choices within the secondary. Plus, they’ll attempt to maintain somebody like Lampkin on the follow squad and elevate him throughout the yr.

Security (4)

1. Quentin Lake
2. Kam Curl
3. Kamren Kinchens
4. Jaylen McCollough

Alex Prepare dinner and Nick Andersen are two safeties who may make issues attention-grabbing come roster time, as may Tanner Ingle for his particular groups worth. However on this projection, there merely isn't room for a fifth security, so we're going to maintain simply 4.

Particular groups (3)

1. Okay Harrison Mevis
2. P Ethan Evans
3. LS Joe Cardona

The Rams' particular groups unit is ready with Mevis, Evans and Cardona.

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