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Rams Legend LeRoy Irvin, Dual All-Pro, Dies at 68
sports8 days ago

Rams Legend LeRoy Irvin, Dual All-Pro, Dies at 68

LeRoy Irvin, a two-way All-Pro cornerback and punt returner for the Rams in the 1980s, died at 68. He was a first-team All-Pro punt returner in 1981 and a first-team All-Pro cornerback in 1986, starred for Los Angeles from 1980–1989, highlighted by a 1981 game with 75- and 84-yard punt returns and a 207-yard punt-return day (NFL single-game record), and added a 94-yard interception return in the 1983 playoffs before finishing his career with the Lions in 1990; Rams Nation mourns his passing.

Aaron Donald Comeback Could Transform Rams Into Defensive Juggernaut
sports17 days ago

Aaron Donald Comeback Could Transform Rams Into Defensive Juggernaut

The CBS piece speculates that if Aaron Donald comes out of retirement to pair with Myles Garrett, the Rams could boast the NFL’s most dangerous defense and surge back into Super Bowl contention. It outlines how a Donald–Garrett duo could become the league’s best pass-rushing combination, aided by new additions Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson in the secondary, while Donald’s snaps could be managed in a rotation to stay fresh. With a potent offense featuring Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua, and Davante Adams, the 2026 Rams could dominate on both sides of the ball if Donald returns and the defense capitalizes on enhanced pass rush and improved coverage.

Browns' bold rebuild tops off-season rankings after Garrett trade
sports18 days ago

Browns' bold rebuild tops off-season rankings after Garrett trade

CBS Sports ranks the top 10 NFL offseasons, placing the Cleveland Browns No. 1 after a sweeping offensive-line rebuild and the Myles Garrett trade that brought Jared Verse and draft capital—a win-win for two AFC teams. The rest of the list features the Los Angeles Rams (No. 4) pursuing a win-now title, the New York Jets (No. 3) fortified around Aaron Rodgers, and the Las Vegas Raiders (No. 2) building around a young quarterback, with the 49ers (No. 10), Texans (No. 9), Commanders (No. 8), Panthers (No. 7), Chiefs (No. 6), and Titans (No. 5) rounding out the AFC-heavy ranking.

Rams Doctor Faces MLB Probe Over PED Guidance to McGregor
sports29 days ago

Rams Doctor Faces MLB Probe Over PED Guidance to McGregor

MLB is investigating Rams and Dodgers team physician Dr. Neal ElAttrache after allegations he advised Conor McGregor on a 2021 treatment involving banned performance-enhancing drugs; ElAttrache says he was not involved in the evaluation or prescribing, while the NFL has not commented. The outcome could affect the Rams’ ongoing relations and decisions depending on the investigation’s findings.

sports1 month ago

Myles Garrett's Three-Contract Saga: A Calculated, Deferred Path to a Bigger Payday

Jason Fitzgerald analyzes Myles Garrett’s three-contract arc since March 2025, highlighting a pattern of front-loaded cash, deferred payments, and cap-focused structuring rather than a straightforward big-money deal. The Browns’ first extension offered a large APY with minimal upfront raise and deferred cash, signaling pacification more than investment. A second restructure pushed 2026–2027 payments to the league-year start to keep trade options alive, while a $1M workout bonus remained. After being traded to the Rams, Garrett’s deal raises 2026 to $37M but cuts 2027 by roughly $10.7M, with 2028 guaranteed, creating a placeholder-like path designed to spur another renegotiation while preserving Rams’ cash flow. Overall, the arrangement seems to benefit the Rams in the near term and leaves Garrett chasing a larger deal in the near future, rather than delivering immediate sustained value.

Rams Lineman Alaric Jackson Arrested on Felony Domestic Battery Charge
sports1 month ago

Rams Lineman Alaric Jackson Arrested on Felony Domestic Battery Charge

Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson was arrested in Los Angeles on a felony domestic battery charge after a disturbance at his home; he posted a $50,000 bond and was released. The incident follows a 2024 Personal Conduct Policy suspension for recording a woman without consent and a related lawsuit, and Jackson started 16 regular-season games and all three postseason games for the Rams last season after signing a three-year, $57 million extension.

Rams-Browns Drawn to Five-Year Draft Trades Amid Myles Garrett Talks
sports1 month ago

Rams-Browns Drawn to Five-Year Draft Trades Amid Myles Garrett Talks

The Browns floated a rule change to allow five-year-ahead draft trades to aid roster-building but later withdrew it; amid that chatter, reports surfaced that Cleveland and the Los Angeles Rams discussed trading Myles Garrett since the Combine, with the Rams agreeing to three future picks (2027–2028), prompting speculation about whether the five-year-trade idea could have shaped the deal.

Rams Land Myles Garrett After Prolonged Trade Saga, Verse as Key Return
sports1 month ago

Rams Land Myles Garrett After Prolonged Trade Saga, Verse as Key Return

After a two-month negotiation, the Los Angeles Rams finally acquired Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns, with Cleveland insisting the return include Rams rookie Jared Verse; Garrett waived his no-trade clause after a final meeting with Browns ownership. In the fallout, Philadelphia rumors were denied, while Verse—who thrived with LA, earning two Pro Bowls and a Defensive Rookie of the Year honor—expressed sadness about leaving the Rams. Separately, the Rams had traded their 29th overall pick to Kansas City for Trent McDuffie. The deal boosts LA as it tries to maximize Matthew Stafford’s remaining years.

Rams Trade Jared Verse for Myles Garrett, Verse Chooses to Break News to Teammates
sports1 month ago

Rams Trade Jared Verse for Myles Garrett, Verse Chooses to Break News to Teammates

The Los Angeles Rams traded Jared Verse, their 2024 first‑round pick, and draft compensation to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for star edge rusher Myles Garrett. Upon hearing the news, Verse asked to personally inform his Rams teammates at the 10:00 a.m. team meeting—a request coach Sean McVay and GM Les Snead granted. Verse later said he was upset at first but chose to push forward, stressing he won’t quit, as he begins a new chapter with the Browns, a team looking to build its defense around him after a two‑season stretch that included Defensive Rookie of the Year and two Pro Bowls.

Campbell Keeps It Real as Rams Bet Big on Garrett
sports1 month ago

Campbell Keeps It Real as Rams Bet Big on Garrett

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell responded to the Rams’ blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett with sarcasm—asking if they’ve already won—while also praising Garrett’s talent. The Rams sent Jared Verse and multiple future picks to get Garrett, fueling talk they’re Super Bowl favorites for 2026, but Campbell stressed that no one has won anything yet and avoided committing to an all-in move for Detroit, with offensive coordinator Drew Petzing praising Garrett and teasing a potential playoff clash.

Two Months, One Blockbuster: The Rams-Browns Garrett Trade
sports1 month ago

Two Months, One Blockbuster: The Rams-Browns Garrett Trade

After more than two months of secret negotiations, the Browns traded star edge rusher Myles Garrett to the Rams in exchange for Jared Verse and three draft picks (2027 first, 2028 second, 2029 third). The deal, kept tightly under wraps, reflected the GMs’ willingness to swing big and was guided by a three-point framework Berry used to evaluate Garrett: balance short- and long-term impact, secure a cost-controlled star, and attach premium draft capital. Garrett’s contract was tweaked to ease funding, and Browns owner Jimmy Haslam hosted a farewell with Garrett before the trade became public. The pact highlighted the relationship-driven, high-stakes approach that both teams have used to reshape their rosters.