3 trade targets Rams should consider from Redskins in 2019 before training camp

Here are three trade targets the Los Angeles Rams should consider from the Washington Redskins before the start of training camp in 2019.

The start of training camp is right around the corner for the Los Angeles Rams along with every other team in the NFL, and while the team has a solid roster to work with, there’s always room for improvement.

Around this time last year, the Rams established a reputation for being a team in win-now mode by willing to take on any sort of talent that seemed capable of putting them in better position to make a run at the Super Bowl.

As Los Angeles fans know, this strategy nearly worked after the Rams came up just shy against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 53.

But as frustrating as this was to see, the good news for the Rams is all signs point to the team being early favorites once again to represent the NFC in Miami come February when Super Bowl 54 gets underway.

Of course, just because Los Angeles looks like an early favorite at the moment doesn’t mean they should avoid adding extra talent at a few positions for a little extra depth since with the rest of the competition in the conference, this simply couldn’t hurt.

Looking at the Washington Redskins, many believe this is another team that could sneak up in the NFC to make a run at the playoffs, meaning there are plenty of players the Rams should want if provided the opportunity.

So to have a little fun leading up to training camp, let’s take a look at three trade targets Los Angeles should consider from Washington if a trade were to ever have a chance of taking place.

3. Jordan Reed

Words can’t even describe how frustrating it has been at times for Jordan Reed throughout his career since the tight end could arguably be one of the top players in the league at his position, yet continues to be bothered by injuries.

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As impressive as it was to watch Reed earn a trip to the Pro Bowl during the 2016 season, the year before was arguably his best after earning 11 trips to the end zone while hauling in 87 catches for 952 yards.

With all this in mind, one can only imagine how different the last few years would have been in Washington if Reed were healthier, and able to make more of an impact on offense.

Even if the Redskins feel confident enough in Reed having what it takes to be healthy in 2019, it may not hurt to explore trade options since this seems like a situation that Washington should have moved on from a long time ago.

Bringing on a player like Reed would seem risky for a team like the Rams, and his current contract is a little high, but also let’s not forget how great of a job Sean McVay does working with tight ends.

If Reed could stay healthy, and become a reliable target for Jared Goff in the passing game, a move like this could work wonders.

2. Chase Roullier

Providing the proper protection for Goff has become extremely important for Los Angeles over the last few years, and watching the unit develop into one of the best in the league over the last two seasons has been incredible to witness.

However, due to some offseason changes, the Rams will be going through some adjustments heading into the 2019 season, although there’s no reason to hit the panic button since they still have a talent group of players led by Andrew Whitworth to work with.

One of the key positions Los Angeles will be monitoring throughout training camp is center since after making the decision to move on from John Sullivan, the Rams have high expectations for Brian Allen taking on a larger role in his sophomore NFL season.

But just because expectations are high doesn’t necessarily mean Los Angeles is going to find success with Allen, no matter how impressive the center has looked so far during the offseason.

Watching Chase Roullier start all 16 games last year for the Redskins shows how much of a steal the team found back in 2017 when they used a sixth-round pick on the Wyoming product during the draft.

Rightfully so, Washington may not be willing to give up on a player like Roullier since he’s only scratching the surface of his true potential, but also if the Rams were willing to offer a significant deal, would the Redskins be able to turn it down?

1. Ryan Anderson

Believe it or not, linebacker was one of the major needs surrounding the Rams entering the start of training camp last offseason, and while the defense appears to be in much better shape for 2019, it’s beyond the upcoming season that could be concerning.

Between Clay Matthews being up there in age along with Dante Fowler Jr. playing on a one-year deal to prove himself worthy of a hefty contract down the road, Los Angeles has some questions at the position beyond the 2019 season.

Even with players like Cory Littleton emerging out of nowhere last year to make a serious impact, and earn Pro Bowl honors, this is the one area the Rams could still use some extra depth just to play it safe.

If the Redskins were willing to offer any linebacker up in a trade, Ryan Anderson seems worthy of keeping an eye on since despite the effort made over the last two seasons, the former second-round pick from 2017 has yet to start a single game.

Of course, just because Anderson is still in search of his first career NFL start doesn’t necessarily mean the Rams should avoid him at all costs in a potential trade since he’s still young enough where he’s only going to continue developing.

And who knows, if Anderson were to become a possible option in Los Angeles, maybe a move like this could provide him with an opportunity to start down the road.