Jordyn Tyson just complicated Rams' draft plans in one swift stroke

Arizona State rookie wide receiver prospect Jordyn Tyson saw his draft stock dip as teams grew wary of nagging hamstring issues that prevented him from working out at the NFL Combine or Pro Day. Once considered a top candidate for the Los Angeles Rams at No. 13, he no longer seemed so appealing as a rookie who might be limited early in Year 1 - or, worse, beyond. 

In front of over 20 attending teams, Tyson quelled some of those doubts with a strong showing at his individual workout on Friday, running 20-25 routes with a single drop. More importantly, his athletic ability shone through decisively. 

"He showed the twitch, explosiveness, and leaping ability we all saw in the fall. He showed he’s healthy and still explosive, which is all he needed to do," said a source at Tyson's workout, per ESPN's Pete Thamel.

Although the Rams were not named among the teams in attendance, the event could have them eyeing Tyson with renewed interest.

Rams may be forced to reassess Tyson after impressive workout 

If no one from Los Angeles was present for Tyson's workout, it may be because the Rams have already moved on from him as a potential draft pick. Perhaps they decided that his injury history is too lengthy. The Horns can't afford to be reckless as they compete for a Super Bowl in what may be the final season of the Matthew Stafford era in LA.

Drafting a No. 3 receiver should be a priority, but whoever it is, he must be able to contribute immediately. 

On the other hand, Tyson's talent has kept his name circulating in Rams mock drafts, even as rival teams point to Makai Lemon and Denzel Boston as more likely selections. Maybe they prized Tyson all along.

Injury concerns aside, some believe the former Sun Devil has far and away the most upside of any receiver in his class. That includes Carnell Tate, a projected Top 10 pick, and Makai Lemon, a likely Rams target. That doesn't mean the team should scrap their plans if they prefer Lemon, Boston, or another prospect, but Tyson's workout doesn't make the choice easier. 

He might be the draft's most complete receiver, a threat both inside and out, with high-level ball skills and a solid frame at 6-foot-2, 203 pounds. In nine games last season, which ended for Tyson in November when he re-injured his hamstring, he still amassed 711 yards and eight touchdowns. In 2024, his only fully healthy season, he caught 75 passes for 1,101 yards and 10 TDs. 

Somewhat surprisingly, drops have been an issue for him, though not as much last year. Otherwise, his skill set, maturity, and work ethic depict a player who, if he can just stay on the field, is primed to succeed in the pros.

One day of running practice routes doesn't wipe away Tyson's track record of injuries. He tore up his knee as a freshman and missed most of his sophomore year. He broke his collarbone after his third season, and, most troubling, last year dealt with soft-tissue injuries that wouldn't go away. During his individual workout, Tyson did not run a 40-yard dash or complete other drills, leaving the full extent of his recovery in question. 

What he reaffirmed is that his talent and NFL ceiling are undeniable, reminding the Rams that passing on him in the draft could be a decision they regret.

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