Sean McVay stood 10 toes down when questioned about his special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn at the Rams’ Thursday press conference. Despite the multitude of poor play and failures from the Rams’ special teams unit in 2023, McVay continues to believe in Blackburn, citing Blackburn’s “accountability and ownership” as reasons for his return in 2024. Evaluating more than just … [Read more...] about Despite rocky special teams play, Sean McVay is fully confident in Chase Blackburn
Rams, Demarcus Robinson agree to one-year deal worth $5 million
The Los Angeles Rams aren’t going to let Demarcus Robinson get away after just one season in Los Angeles. They’re bringing back the veteran receiver for another year, agreeing to terms on a one-year deal. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the contract is worth $5 million, a bargain price for a receiver who can be the No. 3 option in the Rams offense. In his first season … [Read more...] about Rams, Demarcus Robinson agree to one-year deal worth $5 million
Sean McVay: Rams in talks with Coleman Shelton, ‘would really like’ to keep him
Three of the Rams’ five starting offensive linemen could hit the free-agent market this offseason, which would lead to some significant changes up front in Los Angeles. One of those players is Coleman Shelton, who signed a two-year extension with the Rams last offseason. Because Shelton played 55% of the snaps in 2023, he has a chance to void the final year of his contract, … [Read more...] about Sean McVay: Rams in talks with Coleman Shelton, ‘would really like’ to keep him
Salary cap impact of Rams releasing Brian Allen
There are still three weeks until the new league year begins but the Los Angeles Rams have already started clearing some cap space. The team announced on Wednesday that veteran center Brian Allen has been released after six seasons in Los Angeles. Allen was previously a starter but was relegated to a backup role behind Coleman Shelton last season. With a cap hit of $8.05 … [Read more...] about Salary cap impact of Rams releasing Brian Allen
With franchise tag window now open, don’t expect Rams to use it
As of Tuesday, Feb. 20, teams can begin using the franchise or transition tag. They’re allowed to tag one designated pending free agent to retain for a set amount in 2024, so long as the player obliges and signs the tender to play on a one-year contract. Like just about every other team in the NFL, the Rams have used the franchise tag in the past, but they haven’t done so since … [Read more...] about With franchise tag window now open, don’t expect Rams to use it