Ex-Rams enforcer proposed as cheap solution to patch other teams' problems

As well as the Los Angeles Rams have constructed championship rosters capable of competing in Super Bowls, developing players who couldn't stick elsewhere, the team has missed the mark as well. One player who didn't work out in LA was safety Taylor Rapp.

Right now, the Las Vegas Raiders and Philadelphia Eagles could use some veteran depth in the secondary. And Rapp, a Horns castaway and eight-year pro, was recently named a fit for both by Bleacher Report's Moe Moton. The hard-hitting defensive back last wore Blue and Yellow in 2022 before joining the Buffalo Bills.

Rapp was a member of the Rams' 2021 Super Bowl roster, a presence in the secondary alongside Jordan Fuller. Although Rapp was productive that year, recording a team-high-tying four picks, he could be a liability in coverage and his aggressive playstyle sometimes injured his own teammates. Rams fans will also recall his incident with Jalen Ramsey, in a late-regular-season game against the Baltimore Ravens.

Rapp isn't a bad player, though he lost most of last season to a knee injury. He did generate nine interceptions over four Rams seasons, but that came in contrast to 10 surrendered touchdowns and a 70 percent completion rate when targeted.

Rams don't need Rapp, but he could fill other teams' needs

Rapp is still available, but don't look for the Rams to re-sign him. Los Angeles is quite content with a safety room populated by Quentin Lake, Kam Curl, Kam Kinchens, and Jaylen McCollough. While Rapp filled a role in Los Angeles, he struggled to provide quality run support and pass coverage at the same time.

Rap spent the last three seasons with Buffalo. Before his 2025 season ended due to injury, he was already backsliding. His 21.2 missed-tackle rate across six games is a clear indication that Rapp remains a bit undisciplined. In 2021 with the Rams, he whiffed on 10.5 percent of chances.

Nonetheless, teams in need of veteran help on the back end of the defense may find Rapp worth the risk. As long as he is limited to either a run-support or pass-coverage role, he seems to do quite well. Fortunately, Los Angeles has found a quartet of safeties who can do both.

Moton believes Rapp is ripe for a one-year prove-it deal, but he won't be back in LA. While fans can hope for his success, they already know he is not a solution for the Rams.

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