Rams Could Answer 49ers, Seahawks Moves With Big Trade of Their Own
The 49ers and Seahawks have made big moves in the last week, will the Rams pull off an equally high-profile move to keep up?
The Los Angeles Rams are showing increased momentum following their recent victory over the winless Los Angeles Chargers. However, the team remains behind two of their NFC West rivals – the San Francisco 49ers and the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks – who have both made significant moves to strengthen their rosters.
The 49ers recently signed three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts for a 2027 fourth-round pick, while the Seahawks acquired eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson for a 2027 third-rounder and a 2028 fifth-rounder. With these additions, the Rams may feel compelled to make a high-profile trade of their own to remain competitive in the division.
According to Fox Sports' Eric D. Williams, a league source indicated that it is possible the Rams could join the "arms race" by trading premium players like Von Miller and Jalen Ramsey for additional talent. However, this could prove challenging as the Rams have the least salary-cap space in the NFL and only four picks in next year's draft after making trades for edge-rusher Myles Garrett and cornerback Trent McDuffie.
Head coach Sean McVay also noted that the team's biggest midseason additions might come from within, with injured quarterback Garrett and wide receiver Davante Adams potentially playing key roles. While the Rams may not make any trades, their aggressiveness in pursuing new talent is evident as they currently sit third in the NFC West, two-and-a-half games behind the 49ers.
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