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LA Rams meeting with 2020 NFL Draft prospects

By Bret Stuter

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 25: Head coach Sean McVay of the Los Angeles Rams speaks to the media at the Indiana Convention Center on February 25, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) *** Local Capture *** Sean McVay
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 25: Head coach Sean McVay of the Los Angeles Rams speaks to the media at the Indiana Convention Center on February 25, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) *** Local Capture *** Sean McVay /
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LA Rams Van Jefferson
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And a wide receiver?

The LA Rams are thought by many to be out of the wide receiver market in the 2020 NFL Draft. But things change rapidly at the NFL level. By this time next year, the Rams may be prepared to part ways with wide receiver Cooper Kupp.  So talking to Van Jefferson, a highly regarded wide receiver from Florida this year would make sense. He is especially talented as both a route-runner and as a blocker, both traits are emphasized by the LA Rams for their receivers.

Jefferson is one of a number of NFL starter ready receivers in the 2020 NFL Draft.  Standing 6-foot-1 and weighing 200 pounds, he has been a versatile college receiver. While some project him as a slot receiver, he can line up at any receiver role in the NFL and be expected to catch balls. NFL.com projects him as a backup who can be expected to earn a starting role.  Since the Rams have paid plenty for WR Brandin Cooks, they may not have enough money to retain Cooper Kupp when his contract expires in 2021.

The move to a wide receiver in the 2020 NFL Draft makes sense from the depth and current contract situation of the team’s receivers. And Jefferson projects to a day three selection, which is most likely when the Rams will be thinking about developing players for the future.

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There is still plenty of time for interviews, meetings and the like folks.  Surprisingly, the LA Rams have not yet been connected to any offensive tackles in the 2020 NFL Draft class.  That’s all we have so far, but we’ll be happy to keep you updated as we can connect prospects to the Rams in the weeks ahead.

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