Jordan Whittington is poised to deliver what Rams fans have eagerly awaited

When it comes to Los Angeles Rams receiver Jordan Whittington, his willingness to do the dirty work diminishes his value in the eyes of fantasy football fans. After all, nailing a great block or running a deceptive clearing route does not show up in box scores.

But Rams coaches know that without unsung contributors willing to play a significant role away from the spotlight, the offense would struggle. While from an outside point of view Whittington may appear to be withering on the vine, he has much more respect within the organization.

After two seasons of performing in a nearly invisible role, Whittington is perfectly suited to claim a far more significant function in the offense. He has caught 40 of 53 passes over the past two seasons, a catch rate of over 75 percent. That's fabulous efficiency on top of nearly 12 yards per catch, although Whittington is still waiting on his first NFL touchdown.

Jordan Whittington is a Rams wild card

A rookie failing to dominate in his first season does not mean will never do so. Especially in Los Angeles, offensive rookies simply won't play without a compelling reason. Puka Nacua's record-breaking 2023 season was only possible after veteran WR Cooper Kupp was unable to suit up to start the year.

Both Kyren Williams and Blake Corum were non-factors in their rookie seasons. Tight end Terrance Ferguson made little impact. In two NFL seasons, Whittington has filled many necessary roles focused on performing without the football. This year, he should finally get an opportunity to showcase what he can do with it.

The only thing holding Whittington back is his number of targets. 40 catches and 464 career receiving yards is excellent production making use of less than half Davante Adams' 2025 target share (53 versus 114).

That efficiency alone makes Whittington a frontrunner for a larger role this season. But there are more reasons to keep him on your radar.

LA hired former receiver Robert Woods to assist in coaching Rams pass-catchers. The Horns aren't just helping out an ex-player transition to life after retirement. Woods was a disciplined target who became the template for McVay's offensive scheme. His return in a coaching capacity will facilitate a return to those principles.

That all falls in Whittington's wheelhouse. No other young receiver is tougher, more coachable, a better blocker, or more willing to do whatever it takes to make the play work. And that is going to count this year.

Training camp is almost here, and with it comes competition. But success for a wide receiver means more than catching passes. Success means checking all the boxes. While few may realize it, that is what Whittington has been doing since he arrived in the NFL.

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