4 things to know about new Rams TE Max Klare

TL;DR

The Los Angeles Rams selected tight end Max Klare from Ohio State with the 61st overall pick in the draft, emphasizing their commitment to 13 personnel. Klare, a two-time All-Big Ten selection, is regarded as a top athlete despite not testing at the combine.

Key points

Los Angeles Rams selected Max Klare at No. 61 overall
Klare is a two-time All-Big Ten selection
He was the third-ranked tight end in this year's draft class
Rams are focusing on 13 personnel with this pick
Klare is considered a terrific athlete despite not testing at the combine

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The Los Angeles Rams are leaning all the way into 13 personnel based on their second-round pick in the draft on Friday night. They selected Ohio State tight end Max Klare at No. 61 overall, adding him to an already-deep position group that features Terrance Ferguson, Tyler Higbee and others.

Klare was the third-ranked tight end by most experts, so he was highly regarded in this year's class. And though he didn't test at the combine, he's a terrific athlete.

Here are four things to know about the Rams' new tight end.

He was a 2-time All-Big Ten selection

Klare wasn't just a productive player at Ohio State. He was statistically even better at Purdue, catching 51 passes for 685 yards and four touchdowns in 2024 – all being career-highs. He was a third-team All-Big Ten selection that year and was named first-team All-Big Ten last season at Ohio State, making him a two-time all-conference pick.

That's not easy to do, especially in an Ohio State offense that features Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate.

He has college football bloodlines

As pointed out in "The Beast" by The Athletic's Dane Brugler, Klare's family is full of college athletes. His dad played defensive line at Boston College, his younger brother plays tight end at Purdue and his cousin also played wide receiver for the Boilermakers.

He's in the 99.6th percentile for on-field athleticism

Klare didn't do any athletic testing at the NFL combine or his pro day, but that's not because he was afraid of testing poorly. He's a terrific athlete and he pops off the screen when watching his tape.

Q&A

What round was Max Klare drafted in by the Rams?

Max Klare was drafted in the second round as the 61st overall pick.

What are Max Klare's achievements in college football?

Max Klare was a two-time All-Big Ten selection during his college career at Ohio State.

How does Max Klare fit into the Rams' tight end roster?

Max Klare joins a deep tight end group for the Rams, which includes players like Terrance Ferguson and Tyler Higbee.