These 3 draft rumors are heating up over Rams as 2026 NFL Draft nears

The 2026 NFL Draft is rapidly approaching. But is there any buzz, rumors, or even whispers that could clue fans into the way Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead is leaning in the hours leading up to the event? In many ways, this roster is ready to go to work right now.

In many ways, it's not.

It's a conflict of opposing forces. Can the team fortify the roster for 2026? Or should the team forego instant production for better depth and future success? It's an annual debate that all fans are familiar with. With seven picks to spend, Snead cannot do both. Perhaps he will be limited in either direction he chooses to go in this year's rookie draft.

Snead is remarkably tight-lipped about the players he is targeting in the draft. Thankfully, a few leaks have led to rumors over who may be perceived as a fit in the Horns. But even with that knowledge, fans cannot count on those prospects appearing on the draft board at the right time and the right spot.

It's the time for misinformation, red herrings, and prestidigitation. But some Rams rumors persist, carrying enough believability to warrant discussion. So, let's discuss.

These 3 draft rumors are heating up over Rams as 2026 NFL Draft nears

Intending to fill 90 roster spots in time for training camp, Los Angeles has 26 roster spots to address. That is more open slots than all but three other NFL teams. Thankfully, the team has ample salary cap space to do so. But once the spending spree starts, cash reserves dissipate quickly.

1. Rams love Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson

ESPN Insiders have salvoed the affinity the LA Rams have for quarterback Ty Simpson. But NFL insider Adam Schefter reports that trading the 29th overall pick for cornerback Trent McDuffie may have forced LA to surrender hopes of selecting the Alabama hurler. Curiously, Snead loves to trade up for a targeted player. Would he be willing to trade back to get Simpson? Stay tuned.

2,. Rams love Georgia defensive tackle Christian Miller

Many NFL analysts remain cool to rookie defensive tackles in this draft. But Georgia defensive tackle Christian Miller has garnered interest from Los Angeles. And his projected late Round 2 value intersects with when LA returns to the podium on Day 2. He gives a solid interview to Sports Illustrated Justin Melo.

He seems like a good fit. Keep him on your radar for Day 2.

3. Rams are secretly eyeing Texas A&M wide receiver KC Concepcion

Yes, Sports Illustrated's Justin Melo is a mother lode of essential information as the draft fills the horizon. In another pre-draft article, he successfully argues that Texas A&M wideout KC Concepcion sizes up as a great fit in the Horns. Concepcion's passion for football was detected by Ramblin Fan's John Sbisa as well.

Yes, there are many more mentions of LA right now. But these three Rams rumors pass the sniff test. Of course, the draft board will dictate whether any of these three players end up playing for Los Angeles in 2026. Let's hope at least one dons the Yellow and Blue.

As always, thanks for reading.

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