Rams projected starting offense has clear hole that's Sean McVay and Les Snead's fault

Rams WR3 roster hole is McVay and Snead's fault

The Rams knew they needed to add a third receiver this offseason, as both Nacua and Adams were both hitting free agency following the 2026 NFL season.

It's expected that one will depart the team next offseason, with Adams being the most likely one on the way out. He's already been mentioned in trade talks as well earlier this offseason, so the Rams are well aware of Adams potentially leaving the team.

However, despite such a clear need, the Rams took a backup developmental quarterback in Ty Simpson with the No. 13 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

With USC receiver Makai Lemon on the board, it would've made a ton of sense to take the Biletnikoff Award winner. Instead, they took a backup QB, and still have a big hole at WR3 and a receiver under control beyond 2026.

Then, in Round 2, while the WR options weren't the best, the Rams took another tight end, their fifth notable option on the roster in Ohio State's Max Klare.

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Antonio Williams, Malachi Fields, Zachariah Branch, Ja'Kobi Lane, Ted Hurts, Chris Brazzell II, Chris Bell, Elijah Sarratt, Skyler Bell, and Bryce Lance were all possible options at that pick or shortly thereafter.

But, instead, the Rams passed on all WR options until Round 6 when they took CJ Daniels, who is a depth option at best compared to the other rookie receivers they could've added.

The Rams have a big hole on their roster at the WR3 position, and it's thanks to McVay and Snead getting aggressive and taking Simpson in Round 1, Klare in Round 2, and Keagan Trost in Round 3.

While the Rams could go out and sign a free agent or trade for someone still, and make up for the misses so far at WR this offseason, it's still a disappointing process considering the chances McVay and Snead had to land some WR help.

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