This year marks the seventh straight draft in which the Rams do not have a first-round pick, with their last first round pick coming in 2016 when the team selected Jared Goff first overall. But when you turn on the tape, you see a player who disrupts the offense by using his agility to get into the backfield and reroute running backs in the hole. Bleacher Nation is a participant in the Amazon Associates Program. He doesnt have a big arm and isnt overly accurate, but hes athletic enough to extend plays and throws with decent anticipation, which should allow him to stick around as a QB2 for years. He is an average-twitch position blocker with little upside, but a chance to be a versatile tackle-guard backup. New Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua thrived with the ball in his hands as both a pass-catcher and runner at BYU. My take: The Rams add some more depth to the offensive line by drafting McClendon, who joins former Georgia teammate Bennett. Los Angeles Rams 2023 NFL Draft picks: Round 2: No. However, he is fairly versatile despite not being a fantastic athlete. 234 overall pick, here's where L.A.'s allotment currently stands: Here's what experts had to say about the Los Angeles Rams' 14-member 2023 NFL Draft class. Hooker was seen as a first-round pick . Theyre both about 6-foot-2 and 285 pounds, but Johnson has shorter arms and primarily fits as a 3-technique without much position versatility. New Rams outside linebacker Ochaun Mathis brings a big chip on his shoulder to Los Angeles. But now, the hangover is hitting hard. 189 (from TEN) Ochaun Mathis, LB, Nebraska, Round 6: No. McClendon doesnt necessarily have the length to hold up as a full-time tackle, but he did excel at that position at Georgia. Los Angeles Rams draft picks: Grades for selections in 2023 NFL Draft The Los Angeles Rams have no first round pick and a lot more questions this offseason compared to last. Overall, Bennett is a smallish passer who doesnt have the physical traits that most NFL teams seek at the position, but he is a sound decision-maker with the competitive temperament and make-it attitude that translate to his on-field play. Bleacher Nation Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. The Los Angeles Rams came into the 2023 NFL draft with 11 total picks, among the most in the NFL. Sam hails from Grandville, Michigan. LOS ANGELES -- The 2023 NFL draft ended Saturday in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Drafting Johnson wrapped up a span of 10 picks from the Rams from Rounds 5-7. The Rams gave up their 2022 and 2023 first-round picks in the deal that included quarterback Jared Goff. It remains to be seen how quickly Young will make an impact, but hell have an opportunity to contribute early on a young Rams defense. New Rams offensive tackle Warren McClendon Jr. gets to start his NFL career alongside a longtime college teammate in quarterback Stetson Bennett. Jalen Ramsey, Bobby Wagner, Leonard Floyd, AShawn Robinson and Allen Robinson are gone and that no doubts leaves needs at multiple positions. Los Angeles Rams running back Zach Evans | Ole Miss | 2023 NFL Draft - Round 6 Pick 215. 1 pick of Jared Goff, but they did select a whopping 14 players over the last. You can also see the entire 2023 NFL Draft results. There are holes in Hamptons game that likely will keep him from finding an every-down NFL role, but his physical tools as a pass rusher pop off the screen and lead to backfield production. He projects as a rotational three-technique in the NFL with potential to be more. LOS ANGELES -- The 2023 NFL draft ended Saturday in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. 2022 was an underwhelming season for the defending Super Bowl Champion Los Angeles Rams, one they tried to bounce back from with their picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. In the 2023 NFL Draft, the LA Rams have been awarded four compensatory picks: Round 5 - 167th Overall Round 5 - 171st Overall Round 5 - 177th Overall Round 7 - 251st Overall. The team struggled with injuries last season as QB Matthew Stafford, DT Aaron Donald and WR Cooper Kupp all missed time throughout the year. Want to see how the Rams graded out during the 2023 NFL Draft? With the No. Rodrigue: Inside Rams quiet, yet intriguing, first draft night and how it sets up No. The 2023 NFL Draft is in the books. 161 (from DAL through HOU) Nick Hampton, EDGE, App State, Round 5: No. 19 CB. Here is a 2023 NFL draft pick-by-pick breakdown for the Los Angeles Rams: Round 2 (No. Jourdan Rodrigues analysis: Rams pick Byron Young: Adds speed, rushing power to inexperienced position, Bit of a defensive line tweener, but also a powerhouse at 6-2, 293 with very good agility and active hands. 191 (from Packers), Sign up for the Rams Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Despite finishing with one of the worst records in the league, the Rams first pick of this years draft does not come until the second round (36th overall). Los Angeles has spurned the draft in recent years, but in the fallout of their worthwhile Super Bowl gambit, they needed to turn back to the board for help. Allen isnt overly dynamic as a receiver, but his body control and catch radius are among the best in this tight end draft class, and he shows real promise as a blocker. Here is a 2023 NFL draft pick-by-pick breakdown for the Los Angeles Rams: Round 2 (No. It was the seventh straight NFL Draft in which LA didnt have a Round 1 pick. Mathis, who spent four seasons at TCU before transferring to Nebraska for the 2022 season, had 38 tackles for a loss since the start of 2019. It begins with the first round on Thursday at 8 p.m. RT. Now he gets to play alongside him in the NFL, Desjuan Johnson's Introductory Conference Call. Below is the complete draft class with grades for every pick. Now that teams have received their compensatory selections, the 2023 NFL Draft order is officially set and was unveiled by the league on Friday. Nacua needs to prove he can stay healthy and on the field at the next level, but he is smart, tough and athletic with the locked-in concentration that gives him a fighting chance to earn an NFL roster spot. Punter Ethan Evans was prepared for starting his NFL career via the draft or free agency, but the Rams ensured it would be the former on Saturday. No. Matthew Stafford's health will likely have a bigger impact in 2023 than any player they will draft on Friday or Saturday. The First Round picks will begin on April 27th and will be aired live on both NFL Network andESPN at 8 p.m. Turner lauded the chance to learn from Donald: When youre a young defensive lineman, thats who you watch. According to ESPN Stats & Information, Turner lined up primarily at the three-technique (36% of his snaps). No. Just going to get that quarterback [and] get the ball out.. Pro Football Network, LLC. According to Elias Sports Bureau, Los Angeles used 14 different starters on the offensive line last season, the most by any team in a non-strike season since 1970. By: Oliver Hodgkinson. Despite boasting double-digit draft selections, the Rams will not make their first selection until pick No. And although coach Sean McVay joked on Friday night that Los Angeles was going to be the first team to carry just one quarterback on its roster all year, the Rams didnt waste much time addressing the position on Day 3 of the draft. In total, 259 players were drafted into the NFL, while many others have joined teams as undrafted free agents. He's a big fan of the NBA, NFL, and MLB, highly interested in data and statistics. 77, so the Rams are getting a good value in Round 3. However, he is undersized and his role will be limited at the next level because of his deficiencies in closed areas. He and Cam Akers will give the Rams a quality tandem, along with Kyren Williams potentially working as a receiving back. However, as promising as he is, there were some other players on the board who may have been able to help the Rams more. Turner should be a good pro after a productive career at Richmond and Wake Forest. *The 2023 NFL Draft, located in Kansas City, is just three weeks away. List of Los Angeles Rams Draft Selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. 77 overall (from Miami Dolphins in trade for Ramsey), Round 6: No. 223 Ethan Evans, P, Wingate, Round 7: No. Johnson is a powerful player, though, and does make his way into the backfield, which is what earned him All-MAC honors in 2022. Rams Allen Robinson trade official, Rams paying huge price for sending receiver to Steelers April 21, 2023 Kupp, a 2017 third-round pick who was the 2021 NFL offensive player of the year,. The team traded its 2022 and 2023 first-round picks to the Detroit Lions for quarterback Matthew Stafford. The Los Angeles Rams Draft Tracker will be updated with all of the team's draft picks and news below: Steve Avila | Byron Young | Kobie Turner | Stetson Bennett | Nick Hampton | Warren McClendon | Davis Allen | Puka Nacua | Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson | Ochaun Mathis | Zach Evans | Ethan Evans | Jason Taylor II | Desjuan Johnson, Broadcast Clip: Rams select TCU G Steve Avila, HIGHLIGHTS: Steve Avila's 2023 Combine workout, Steve Avila's Introductory Press Conference, Rams select TCU G Steve Avila with 36th pick in 2023 NFL Draft, FEATURE: Steve Avila brings position flexibility to Rams, Broadcast Clip: Rams select Tennessee OLB Byron Young, Byron Young's best highlights from Tennessee, Byron Young's Introductory press conference, Rams select Tennessee OLB Byron Young with 77th pick in 2023 NFL Draft, FEATURE: Byron Young's humble football journey brings him to Hollywood, Broadcast Clip: Rams select Wake Forest DL Kobie Turner, Kobie Turner's best highlights at Wake Forest, "Ready to work!" The rest are Day 3 picks, all outside of the top 150. The team is shifting its focus to the 2023 NFL Draft. Young is an explosive, hard charger and at his best on T/E stunts because of the balance and quickness to stay on his rush path. Fans from all over the country go to one of the NFLs biggest events. news 104 overall): Logan Bruss, OG, Wisconsin, 2021 (No. You must be logged in to leave a comment. Follow Jourdan on Twitter @JourdanRodrigue, Inside Rams quiet, yet intriguing, first draft night and how it sets up No. Who do the experts have the Rams taking? Thats the type of versatility the Rams could use in their secondary. Theyre leaving Kansas City with 14 new rookies after trading back multiple times and moving up once. Los Angeles Rams NFL draft picks 2023: Analysis for every selection. 259 overall pick to select Toledo defensive lineman Desjuan Johnson, otherwise known as the new Mr. The Los Angeles Rams closed out the 2023 NFL Draft by using the No. The second and third rounds will take place on April 28th at 7 p.m. Overall, there's much to be desired with Hendon Hooker as a quarterback. The Los Angeles Rams reportedly offered four draft pickstwo in 2023 and two in 2024plus Cam Akers in exchange for Christian McCaffrey. 77 overall). The team doesnt have a first-round pick because of the trade with the Detroit Lions for Matthew Stafford. 38, Raiders Trade Up In 2nd Round With Colts, Take Notre Dame TE Michael Mayer, The Titans Trade Up to Select QB Will Levis, Chargers Exercise Justin Herberts Fifth-Year Option, Steelers Have Multiple Offers for Tonights First Pick, Texans Make History, Will Levis Still on the Board, Lions Odd Day One, Other NFL Bullets. Hes not the biggest edge rusher at 6-foot-2 and 250 pounds, but he uses his speed off the edge to beat tackles, turning it into power when he does use a bull rush move. Bennett, who led Georgia to back-to-back National Championships in 2021 and 22, finished his Georgia career with a record of 29-3 as a starting quarterback, the second-best record in SEC history with at least 30 starts, according to ESPN Stats & Information. He only had 3.5 sacks in 12 games last season at Nebraska. 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Tonight, we'll see the second and third rounds of the draft, as things kick off at 7 p.m. Rams. Although he split carries with freshman Quinshon Judkins last season, he still ran for nearly 1,000 yards and nine rushing touchdowns. In terms of value, the Rams may have been able to get Turner a bit later, but its hard to say he wouldve been there at their next pick, No. Hes slightly undersized at 6-foot-2, which limits his potential as an all-around edge defender, particularly against the run. The biggest worry is his age, coming into the NFL at 25. The Rams have plenty to retool this draft, and this was a smart pick in the early 30s. Punter Ethan Evans was prepared for starting his NFL career via the draft or free agency, but the Rams ensured it would be the former on Saturday. Its easy to like this pick for the Rams, not only because its a relatively safe pick. The Rams would have had the sixth overall pick this year, but that pick went to Detroit as part of the trade which saw Stafford and Goff switch teams prior to the 2021 season. Los Angeles also dealt its fifth-round pick, sending that selection to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for defensive back Troy Hill last April. Check out the best highlights that contributed to a stellar college career for TCU's Steve Avila. The Rams picked Nebraska edge Ochaun Mathis at No. They are the second team in the Common Draft Era to make at least 10 picks in that span, according to ESPN Stats & Info. Including those four compensatory selections, the Rams currently have 10 total picks to work with in this year's NFL Draft, which is scheduled to take place April 27-29 in Kansas City. Comments by third parties are neither sponsored or endorsed by Bleacher Nation. After Kupp went on injured reserve with a high ankle sprain, the Rams had to lean on recent draft picks at the position, including Van Jefferson, Tutu Atwell and Ben Skowronek. The Rams own 11 total picks in the seven-round draft.. Coverage of the latest news from around the NFL is available all year round from Pro Football Talk on Peacock and the NFL on NBC YouTube Channel. Pro Football Network. The Los Angeles Rams closed out the 2023 NFL Draft by using the No. Heres what you need to know about the LA Rams draft picks for 2023. But with the big guy coming off his first injury-marred season and about to turn 32, all the more reason to reinforce the front. Hampton could end up being a steal for the Rams on Day 3, but hes not a perfect prospect by any means. Three of those selections a second-rounder and two third-rounders resided on Day 2. In 15 games last season, he had three interceptions and 15 passes defended for TCU. Here's the Rams' picks, selections and grades for the 2023 NFL Draft. He isnt very long, but hes in the backfield a lot 43 1/2 tackles for loss and 18 sacks during his college career. He is ideally suited for a move-based NFL offense in which he can be a No. He never played guard in college but he might have to move inside at the next level due to his size. Tomlinson (Rams pick No. Los Angeles does not currently have a kicker or a long-snapper on its roster. 182) was Dane Bruglers No. Links to content and the quotation of material from other news sources are not the responsibility of Bleacher Nation. In another move to unload some of their bloated contracts, the Rams traded veteran wide receiver Allen Robinson to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team went 5-12 and missed the playoffs while starting QB Matthew Stafford battled injuries. R2. 2023 Los Angeles Rams Draft Picks Apr 29, 2023 at 07:31 AM Stu Jackson Senior Staff Writer The Los Angeles Rams Draft Tracker will be updated with all of the team's draft picks and news below: Steve Avila | Byron Young | Kobie Turner Second-Round Pick, 36th overall: TCU G Steve Avila Videos Broadcast Clip: Rams select TCU G Steve Avila The Rams got everything they wanted in the 2021 season after going all in. Round 2, Pick 36: Steve Avila, G, TCU They also sent their compensatory pick (251) in return for pick 234 in the seventh round. He projects best as a post safety in the NFL with core special-teams ability. Please check your email for a confirmation. The Los Angeles Rams' newest punter came by way of the 2023 NFL Draft Ethan Evans, Round 7 Pick 223. Los Angeles also has Brycen Hopkins (eight career catches) and newly acquired Hunter Long (one career catch) on the roster. Los Angeles dealt its 2023 fourth-rounder for Patriots RB Sony Michel way back in the summer of 2021. The 2023 NFL Draft will take place over three days in April in Kansas City, Missouri. New Rams offensive tackle Warren McClendon Jr. gets to start his NFL career alongside a longtime college teammate in quarterback Stetson Bennett. Pass-rusher was a position of need going into the draft and they used their second draft pick of the draft to help Donald. He was BYUs leading receiver in back-to-back seasons and also rushed for 357 yards the last two years, scoring five touchdowns on the ground. He also played right guard and right tackle in college, too. He has the size and physicality to run between the tackles and shake off defenders with a vicious stiff-arm, but he also has breakaway speed, as evidenced by his 6.5 yards per carry average last season. My take: By drafting Evans, the Rams add to the depth behind Cam Akers, who had a strong end to the 2022 season. Los Rams de Los ngeles seleccionaron a 14 jvenes en el Draft 2023 de la NFL, atendieron sus obvias necesidades en el plantel y varios de ellos tendrn legtimas posibilidades de ser abridores como novatos. The Lions selected Tennessee passer Hendon Hooker with the 68th overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft on Friday night. The Rams hit on just about all of their primary needs, too: cornerback, edge rusher, offensive line, tight end. The problem is, the Rams used a fourth-round pick on him, which makes it feel like a little bit of a reach. Young described himself as a relentless and explosive pass-rusher with a fast get-off.. Hampton described himself as a relentless pass-rusher. Including those four compensatory selections, the Rams currently have 10 total picks to work with in this year's NFL Draft, which is scheduled to take place April 27-29 in Kansas City. Los Angeles Rams 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Anton Harrison Anchors a Class Built To Return the Team to Super Bowl Relevance : The moves made in this Los Angeles Rams NFL Mock Draft, headlined by Anton Harrison, aim to return the team to Super Bowl relevancy. Coverage of the latest news from around the NFL is available all year round from Pro Football Talk on Peacock and the NFL on NBC YouTube Channel. Round 3: No. With his talent and character, he has intriguing development potential. Register now! Los Angeles did add two additional sixth-round picks via trade, dealing WR Robert Woods and punter Corey Bojorquez in the process. 61 overall): Taylor Rapp, S, Washington, 2018 (No. Miguel Amaya is Reportedly On His Way to D.C. 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In addition to news, Bleacher Nation publishes both rumor and opinion, as well as information reported by other sources. Allen was a two-year starter for Clemson and his 12 career receiving touchdowns are tied for the second-most all-time by a Clemson tight end. As you guys can tell, a different individual as far as his maturity. 89 overall): Joseph Noteboom, OT, TCU. Yes please. My take: Allen adds important depth to the position, as the Rams starting tight end, Tyler Higbee, will be a free agent after the 2023 season. Tomlinsons size will immediately remove him from several draft boards, but his competitive nature and twitchy athleticism give him a legitimate chance of winning over an NFL coaching staff and earning a meaningful role. They also received the 77th overall pick and TE Hunter Long from the Miami Dolphins in return for All-Pro CB Jalen Ramsey this past March. He fits both zone and gap schemes and should be an immediate starter as an NFL rookie. Hooker suffered an ACL tear late in 2022 that could put his rookie campaign in . Hes particularly good in the red zone as a jump-ball weapon in the end zone, more so than Tyler Higbee is at this point in his career. He has limited athleticism with 4.74 speed and a 33.5-inch vertical, though his 10-yard split of 1.59 seconds was quite good for a player his size. 2/No. Irrelevant. The Los Angeles Rams have nine picks on Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft. news New Rams tight end Davis Allen is confident in his abilities but still sees room for improvement as he begins his NFL career. After trading away multiple draft picks and signing some of their stars to massive contract extensions in recent years, the team traded All-Pro CB Jalen Ramsey to the Dolphins in March in exchange or TE Hunter Long and a third-round pick in this years draft (No. Jourdan Rodrigue covers the Los Angeles Rams for The Athletic. After he was drafted, Hampton said he thought joining the Rams was a good fit because their defense is similar to the defense he played in at Appalachian State. The Rams have an impressive 11 draft picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. The Rams had an impressive 14 draft picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. Check out draft picks for other teams in the NFC West: Given the success of McVay, he gets a vote of confidence that last year was an anomaly because of all the injuries, especially along the O-line. Most analysts had him going in the sixth or later, with some even believing he could go undrafted. The Rams havent had a first-round pick since 2016 when they selected QB Jared Goff with the first overall pick. Is this pick for depth or does it fill a hole? 61 / 80. Mathis is a developmental pass-rusher whose 6-4 frame and athletic traits make him an intriguing long-term prospect. The Cardinals Trade Back Into the Top 10 and Take Paris Johnson Jr. The slide stops in the Motor City. The team doesn't have a first-round pick because of the trade with the Detroit Lions for Matthew Stafford. The Los Angeles Rams made 14 of the draft's 259 picks . Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. 60 / 80. Bleacher Nation is supported in part by affiliate advertising programs, which you can learn more about here. The Rams are getting a bully in the run game and a blocker with a powerful base in pass protection, which allows him to hold up against stronger defensive linemen. More: Rams draft Stetson Bennett: LA gets its backup QB he was off the charts. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! The Los Angeles Rams have selected Clemson tight end Davis Allen with the 175th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Unlike in some recent years, there was a positive sentiment about this draft class for Los Angeles. The 2022 NFL season was a disaster for the Los Angeles Rams coming off a Super Bowl victory. Try a week on us. None of MLB, the NFL, the NBA, the NHL, the Cubs, the Bears, the Bulls, the White Sox, or the Blackhawks have endorsed, supported, directed, or participated in the creation of the content at this site, or in the creation of the site itself. Mathis has impressive physical traits with his size measurables and athletic tools, but his play strength and pass-rush instincts are underdeveloped. Diante Lee. Information on Bleacher Nation may contain errors or inaccuracies, though we try to avoid them. Nobody's going to try as hard as he tries. It's just a media site that happens to cover MLB, the NFL, the NBA, the NHL, the Chicago Cubs, the Chicago Bears, the Chicago Bulls, and the Chicago Blackhawks. Copyright 2019-2023. The Rams massive void through the middle of the 2023 NFL Draft is the result of two trades. Please check your email for a confirmation. New Rams outside linebacker Ochaun Mathis brings a big chip on his shoulder to Los Angeles. Sign up for the Rams Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Photos used are the property of Bleacher Nation, are used under a license with Getty Images, are used with permission, are fair use, or are believed to be in the public domain. (Photo of Zach Evans: Carmen Mandato / Getty Images). There were rumblings that both McVay and Donald could retire this offseason, although both are now set to return to Los Angeles. Nobody's going to beat him to the ball. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Evans has legitimate starter potential, especially in the Rams scheme. 2023 Los Angeles Rams. Tomlinsons size will immediately remove him from several draft boards, but his competitive nature and twitchy athleticism give him a legitimate chance. Inside CB depth for the Rams who plays much, much bigger than he seems, and the 2022 Jim Thorpe Award winner. With an offseason to get healthy and a strong group [] 182 TreVius Tomlinson, CB, TCU, Round 6: No. Theres no reason to believe Hodges-Tomlinson cant do the same after an excellent career at TCU. Not a member? My take: Cornerback was a huge position of need for the Rams, especially after trading Jalen Ramsey to the Miami Dolphins in March. LA still has a large number of picks in this weekend's 2023 NFL Draft, including three in Day 2. Overall, Evans has some baggage and a few undeveloped areas on his NFL rsum, but there is no denying his burst and balance to create explosive plays in different ways. All Rights Reserved. The Los Angeles Rams dont have a first-round selection in the 2023 NFL Draft. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. ESPN's pick-by-pick analysis of each of the Rams . His best season came in 2020, when he had nine sacks, the second-most in the Big 12 that year. But I'm unsure that he has the strength to be a long-term contributor in the NFL. Hooker set Tennessee football records during . 234 (from PIT) Jason Taylor II, S, Oklahoma State, Round 7: No. Check out the highlights that contributed to Byron Young's career at Tennessee. My take: By drafting Taylor, the Rams added depth to their young secondary. The team might select a quarterback later in the draft to develop if they choose to stick with Stafford after an injury-plagued 2022 season.