NFL analysts predicts which WR Rams will draft at No. 13
TL;DR
NFL analysts predict the Rams will draft wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 13 overall. The decision comes amid speculation about the team's needs and Cooper's potential fit.
Key points
- Rams likely to draft a wide receiver at No. 13 overall
- Analysts predict Indiana's Omar Cooper Jr. as the selection
- Cooper has 20 receiving touchdowns in the last two seasons
The overwhelming speculation surrounding the No. 13 overall pick is that the Los Angeles Rams will take a receiver. Which one, though, remains to be seen, as experts differ on fit and hierarchy for the position in the 2026 draft class.
The Rams might get lucky, though, and have their pick of the litter at No. 13. And FOX Sports' Eric Williams thinks they'll select Indiana receiver Omar Cooper Jr. with their first-round selection.
Cooper isnāt the most polished route runner, but heās physical at the catch point and can consistently make the first defender miss after the catch. Cooper is also a willing blocker and those are attributes Sean McVay values at the receiver position.
The Rams have one of the best receiver coaches in the business in Eric Yarber, and he can improve Cooper as a route runner. With the off-field issues with Puka Nacua, Cooper provides the Rams with a receiver who has a similar skill set as insurance. Cooperās 20 receiving touchdowns over the last two seasons also stand out.
This may seem a little early for Cooper, who has been mocked anyway from this position to the early second round, but the Rams have the luxury of reaching on a player they covet. He won't be there at their next pick at No. 61, either.
Cooper had a tremendous final season at Indiana with 69 receptions for 937 receiving yards and 13 receiving touchdowns. He was also named the "Ramsiest" receiver by NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah. Take that for what you will, but it may just be enough to get Cooper to the Rams at No. 13.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: NFL analysts predicts which WR Rams will draft at No. 13
Q&A
Which wide receiver are the Rams expected to draft at No. 13?
The Rams are expected to draft Indiana receiver Omar Cooper Jr. with their No. 13 overall pick.
What are Omar Cooper Jr.'s strengths as a wide receiver?
Omar Cooper Jr. is known for his physicality at the catch point, ability to evade defenders after the catch, and willingness to block.
Why might the Rams choose to draft a receiver at No. 13?
The Rams might draft a receiver at No. 13 to address their needs at the position and provide insurance for potential off-field issues with current players.
