The Los Angeles Rams were a popular choice to select a wide receiver or tight end in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Puka Nacua and Davante Adams are both in the final year of their contracts, making it worthwhile for the Rams to consider the future of the position.
While Nacua is a franchise cornerstone and certainly a part of the Rams' future plans after the 2026 season ends, Adams will turn 34 next season. Five receivers were selected among the 32 picks of the first round, but the Rams did not contribute to those numbers, instead making the surprise selection of quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick.
In fact, the Rams didn't address the receiver room until the sixth round of the draft. Given that this is a team that is ready to win now, it's a little surprising they didn't bring in someone who had more potential to make an immediate impact.
However, everyone recognizes the Rams as a potential Super Bowl contender, which makes them an attractive landing spot for the best receivers still available in free agency.
Recently, ESPN's Matt Bowen named the Rams as the "best team fit" for four-time Pro Bowler Stefon Diggs.
"The Ravens could be a fit for Diggs, but I really like them in L.A. with Puka Nacua and Davante Adams. The Rams attempted 430 passes out of 11 personnel (three wide receivers) last season, which was ninth-most in the league, and Diggs is a natural separator who can line up inside or outside. Plus, he has the ability to work in the middle of the field on in-breaking concepts. Toughness is a key element of coach Sean McVay's offense. That will be a handy boost for quarterback Matthew Stafford.
ESPN's Matt Bowen is the best fit for Stefon Diggs
Diggs' last Pro Bowl season came in 2023, but the Rams aren't asking him to come in and be a superhero next to Nacua and Adams. Reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford just needs a reliable third weapon that can win his 1-on-1 battles, and even at age 32, Diggs has shown he can get the job done.
Last season, Diggs recorded 85 receptions for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns while serving as the No. 1 target for Drake Mays during the New England Patriots' Super Bowl run. He won't get as many opportunities in Los Angeles, but signing with the Rams and accepting a reduced role could give Diggs his best chance yet to win a Super Bowl.
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