The Los Angeles Rams entered the 2024 NFL Draft with 11 picks over the three-day draft.
Nobody is replacing the recently retired Aaron Donald, but the Rams need to find a good difference-making partner for Kobie Turner, who had an excellent rookie season. The Rams also are in the market for an outside linebacker/edge rusher, depth in the running back room as well as another receiver. The big question pre-draft is: Will the Rams remain at No. 19? They did, and they selected Florida State edge Jared Verse.
Keep coming back here throughout the draft for analysis and grades for each Rams pick.
Round 1
No. 19: Jared Verse, edge, Florida State
Dane Brugler’s analysis
When he channels his relentless energy, Verse is as disruptive as anyone in this class, because of his explosive get-off, power through his frame and NFL-quality hand use. His physical traits and competitive football temperament give him a high floor as an NFL starter (reminiscent of eight-year NFL veteran Dante Fowler).
Eric Single and Jourdan Rodrigue’s analysis
Los Angeles Rams draft Jared Verse: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel
Scott Dochterman’s grade: B
Round 1 grades for all 32 picks
Round 2
No. 39 (via Panthers): Braden Fiske, DT, Florida State
Dane Brugler’s analysis
Fiske doesn’t have a deep arsenal of counters if he doesn’t win early, but he already has a professional mindset and his twitchy urgency and steady play strength will translate well to the pro game. He projects as a rotational three-technique with versatility to move around an aggressive front.
Scott Dochterman’s grade: D
Nick Baumgardner, Scott Dochterman rate Rounds 2-3
Jourdan Rodrigue’s analysis
Los Angeles Rams draft Braden Fiske: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel
Round 3
No. 83: Blake Corum, RB, Michigan
Dane Brugler’s analysis
Corum is smaller than ideal for his run style, but he makes quick, urgent decisions with the low center of gravity and burst to bounce runs or maneuver through congestion. His determination to maximize each carry will translate well to an NFL offense, although his effectiveness on third downs will determine his upside.
Scott Dochterman’s grade: A
Nick Baumgardner, Scott Dochterman rate Rounds 2-3
No. 99 (special compensatory): Kamren Kinchens, S, Miami (Fla.)
Dane Brugler’s analysis
Kinchens doesn’t have top-tier athletic traits, but he has a well-balanced skill set with the playmaking awareness and ball skills to compete for a starting role in the NFL. He projects best as a split-field safety with range in the post who can drive topdown in two-deep shells.
Scott Dochterman’s grade: A
Nick Baumgardner, Scott Dochterman rate Rounds 2-3
Round 5
No. 154: Brennan Jackson, edge, Washington State
Dane Brugler’s analysis
Jackson’s body tightness and lack of balance will follow him to the NFL, but so will his urgent attacking skills and relentless motor. He projects as a rotational edge defender for a scheme that can turn him loose.
Washington State edge Brennan Jackson is projected by Dane Brugler as a rotational rusher with a “relentless motor”.
— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) April 27, 2024
Round 6
No. 196
No. 209 (compensatory)
No. 213 (compensatory)
No. 217 (compensatory)
Round 7
No. 254 (compensatory)
(Photo of Brennan Jackson: Stacy Revere / Getty Images)
