4 free agents the Rams should consider for insurance at offensive tackle

It seems as though an NFL offseason cannot be complete without uncertainty descending upon the Los Angeles Rams. For the second season in a row, left tackle Alaric Jackson Jr.'s availability is in question. That uncertainty is squelching some fans' optimism after an otherwise best-case offseason.

Thankfully, the team shrewdly drafted rookie offensive lineman Keagen Trost, who instantly adds a talented insurance policy to the Rams' roster for any unfortunate scenario that could befall the offensive line this season. But in a year of lofty goals, a rookie may not be what LA is looking for.

Could a veteran free agent be the solution?

If general manager Les Snead snoozes, he could lose the opportunity to land a top free agent. That might not be the end of the world, but it would taint one of his best offseasons yet. So, who might the Rams sign? The above list includes multiple names to monitor in the coming weeks.

Rams still have several options to consider if needed

1. Time to reunite Taylor Decker with Matthew Stafford?

Perhaps the simplest option is the best one. Decker was Stafford's long-time blindside blocker in Detroit. Now he is available as a free agent. Despite the extended interval, you can bet the two would not take long to gel after their five seasons together with the Lions. Does it make sense to consider a reunion in LA?

While Decker could be expensive, LA would be wise not to penny-pinch at the left tackle position. And with Rob Havenstein retired and Jackson facing a potential suspension, replacing them with a veteran presence could have a stabilizing effect.

2. Can Cam Robinson still get the job done?

After trading for Myles Garrett, the Rams could double down with former Browns players by signing Robinson. Like Decker, Robinson would bring a veteran presence, and he is all too familiar with blocking Garrett in practices and training camp. Synergy with late signings is always a good thing.

At 6-foot-6 and 335 pounds, Robinson is a big-bodied blocker who anchored the Jacksonville Jaguars' offensive line for eight seasons. He has bounced between four teams since 2024, landing most recently in Cleveland, and started 30 of 34 games.

3. Could Rams go with Joe Noteboom?

LA parted ways with Noteboom following the 2024 season. After serving as a backup for the Baltimore Ravens in 2025, he failed to secure a second contract. Could he return to the Horns? Well, two things would have to take place. He would need to accept a team-friendly contract, and he would need to show up in great shape. At the right price, he could be a serviceable left tackle.

Noteboom knows the coaches. He knows the players. So there is some logic to signing him. But that may require a very inexpensive deal.

4. Can Calvin Anderson elevate his game?

Anderson has spent six seasons with three different teams. He certainly has looked the part of an NFL offensive tackle at 6-foot-5 and 300 pounds. But, especially of late, he struggled to secure more than a fringe role with the Denver Broncos, New England Patriots, and Pittsburgh Steelers.

Johnson had opportunities with the Steelers, but ultimately couldn't carve out a role and was released early this offseason. For the Rams, he could be a depth-chart upgrade over David Quessenberry and compete for snaps with Trost, but he isn't an every-week starting-caliber tackle. He is, though, a low-cost option, and that may be enough if the team views this season's need as short-term.

Snead works his best magic under pressure. Moving quickly to sign a free-agent tackle, should the need present itself, would certainly fit that bill. With many options in a wide price range, the Rams have plenty of ways to address their sudden uncertainty at the position.

As always, thanks for reading.

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