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It is pretty interesting that the Rams have met with a lot of nickel type DBs with Keionte Scott, Chris Johnson, and now Treydan Stukes all being reported.

Worth noting that their most frequent meetings seem to be at WR, LB, and CB so far…

from https://theramswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/rams/2026/04/07/rams-ask-receivers-to-block-more-than-any-other-team/89497741007/?taid=69d508355fcb6f0001a6cca5&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=trueanthem&utm_source=twitter

…just how much do Rams pass-catchers block on a play? Well, a chart from data scientist @JoshiosTweets shows that even the Rams have five eligible receivers on the field, five players run routes just 56% of the time — the lowest rate in the league. The Kansas City Chiefs, San Francisco 49ers and Arizona Cardinals lead the league in this rate at 78%, 76% and 73%, respectively, just so you can see the percentages compared to one another.

On nearly half of the Rams’ passing snaps, at least one eligible target is actually a disguised blocker. That type of confusion is huge for an offense, and it’s likely partially why the Rams have a 0.25 expected points added per play when five eligible receivers are on the field.

wv wrote:

Just not sure there’s much difference between 13 and 20.

Plus some positions that should interest the Rams are deep with good prospects into the 3rd round. So trading down and getting extra high picks would put them in a good position.

Tradwife movement ‘attracts men who are hostile to women’
The strongest predictor of support for women staying at home and deferring to their husband is not, as researchers expected, chivalry but ‘hostile sexism’

https://www.thetimes.com/life-style/sex-relationships/article/tradwife-lifestyle-hostility-women-txmdxkjn6

A growing online trend encourages women to quit their jobs, run the home and defer to their husbands. This “tradwife” movement urges a return to traditional roles and, when researchers in the US recently set out to examine what kind of men support it, they expected to find a cohort fond of old-fashioned chivalry.

The reality, they say, was rather different.

Among young American men, the strongest predictor of support for the tradwife lifestyle was not gallantry but hostility towards women.
“We were taken aback,” said Dr Rachael Robnett, a psychologist at the University of Nevada, in Las Vegas, and lead author of the study. Her team had thought that men drawn to the tradwife idea would display what academics call “benevolent sexism” — a belief that men should protect and provide for women. This seemed to them to fit with an ethos where he earns and she cooks and cares for the children.

Instead, statistical tests found that the strongest predictor of male support for tradwife lifestyles was “hostile sexism”. This involves overtly negative beliefs about women, including that they manipulate men, exaggerate discrimination and should not expect equal power.

People who are high in hostile sexism may believe women try to manipulate and control men, often through sex.

The study, which was published in Psychology of Women Quarterly, also found that men drawn to tradwife ideals often believed that women were essential to their emotional fulfilment, and that intimacy was something only women can provide. “It suggests that men [who support tradwife lifestyles] rely on women for intimacy and resent that this is the case,” Robnett said.

The findings sit uneasily with the movement’s image on social media. Online, tradwives are often depicted in settings of domestic bliss: scenes where women stay at home and bake bread, surrounded by broods of smiling children.

“What these images don’t illustrate,” Robnett said, “is the significant financial and personal autonomy that tradwives yield.”

The findings are based on a survey of 595 American men aged 18 to 29. Participants were asked about their attitudes to roles of men and women and the tradwife lifestyle, as well as their levels of different forms of sexism, religiosity and background characteristics.

The researchers then used statistical models to identify which factors best predicted support. Hostile sexism emerged as the strongest single factor.

The men in the study differed substantially in how they viewed tradwife arrangements. Some described them as a way of imposing structure on modern life. Others were much less positive. Robnett says she was struck by how many respondents called tradwives “lazy”, suggesting they were opting out of work while enjoying the benefits of their husbands’ labour.

A global survey of 23,000 people from King’s College London recently found that 31 per cent of Gen Z men (born between 1997 and 2012) agreed that a wife should always obey her husband. Among Baby Boomer men (born between 1946 and 1964) just 13 per cent agreed.

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Only FIVE players in the Super Bowl era have led the NFL in receiving TDs 3+ times…

Davante Adams is right there with all-time greats…

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wv wrote:

The Emmanuel Forbes theory? Is it anything like the Taje LeQayne Allen theory ?

The math is different.

zn wrote:

Antonio Williams, Clemson Tigers

One of my favorite Day Two wide receivers is Antonio Williams. The Clemson Tiger is the latest in the history of top pass-catchers under the Dabo Swinney regime, with at least more on the way in 2027.

When you throw the ball in Williams’ direction, he tends to come down with it nine times out of 10. He has a brilliant understanding of shell coverages and where to attack them while winning as a nuanced route runner and plenty of explosiveness to generate big plays after the catch and downfield. Williams feels like a perfect fit in Sean McVay’s offense.

from https://theringer.com/todd-mcshay/players/antonio-williams

Height: 5′ 11 1/2″
Weight: 187
ARM: 30 3/4″
HAND: 9 1/4″
40-Yard Dash: 4.41

The Player

Williams is an average-sized Z flanker/slot receiver with very good top-end speed and a strong burst/explosion profile, as evidenced by his 1.55-second 10-yard split and 39.5-inch vertical jump at the combine. He has a smaller catch radius, but he’s a highly skilled route runner with reliable hands and some YAC juice.

Williams was a four-year player at Clemson who made an immediate impact as a freshman (2022), battled through an injury-affected sophomore season (2023), and then led the team in receptions his final two years (2024-25). He finished his college career with 208 receptions for 2,336 yards (11.2 yards per catch) and 21 touchdown catches. He also had some success as an occasional punt returner at Clemson. He’s an outstanding route runner on all three levels, winning with a combination of initial burst, tempoing, and acceleration out of breaks. His ability to drop his weight and get in and out of breaks is a thing of beauty.

Williams’s 2.21 yards per route run over the past two seasons would be very good in any draft class and put him near the top of the 2026 class. His production dipped last season compared to 2024, but he improved in two areas: First, he developed a graduate-level feel versus zone coverage. Second, he exhibited much more aggressiveness after the catch. He’s always had good acceleration and suddenness, but he showed greater urgency and confidence. He forced 14 missed tackles in 2024 and averaged 5.3 YAC for his career.

Williams has very good ball skills. He improved his drop rate last season to 1.8 percent (down from 9.6 percent in 2024). On tape, he consistently shows an ability to pluck the ball on the run as well as track it and adjust. He doesn’t have the biggest catch radius, but his ability to adjust helps mitigate that concern. He shows no fear in doing the dirty work over the middle of the field.

While he has the speed to threaten downfield, he’s not a high-end vertical weapon. He will occasionally get over the top and/or exploit a secondary breakdown, but he’ll be more effective after the catch. He gives good effort as a blocker and helped spring open some long runs for his teammate Adam Randall. Granted, he’s undersized and isn’t going to excel in this area, but he puts in the effort.

The Draft

Williams is in a competitive bucket of early–Round 2 wide receivers, but it’ll be shocking if he’s still on the board by pick 51.

The Projection

Williams projects as a WR3 slot receiver as a rookie, with Z flanker flexibility in the future. His game and athletic profile are similar to Ladd McConkey’s. Williams will thrive in a high-target slot role where there are YAC opportunities and chances for him to convert third downs.

from https://www.si.com/nfl/rams/onsi/los-angeles-5-wide-receivers-could-target-in-2026-draft?page_source=v_recirc

Wide receiver is now the Rams No. 1 need heading into the NFL Draft

Two things must come to focus at this time: Adams may hang the cleats up after 2026, and Nacua may walk in free agency next offseason to become the most highly sought-after player in recent free agency history. These possibilities aren’t far-fetched, and that means having a focus on wide receiver with the Rams’ first three selections is a top priority.

Trading for All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie and signing Jaylen Watson give the Rams a strong group on the perimeter, easing the concerns of having to draft at the position. Ohio State’s Carnell Tate, USC’s Makai Lemon, and Arizona State’s Jordyn Tyson all remain real possibilities at No. 13 overall for general manager Les Snead and head coach Sean McVay.

The depth at wide receiver is steady, but could be better. If Adams or Nacua were to miss time with an injury, Los Angeles could always get by with their deep group of tight ends and a strong run game, but Stafford needs to thrive on the perimeter to his pass-catchers. Sustainability and foundational support of the roster remain the overall long-term focus of Snead and company, which is why adding a talented pass-catcher at some point should be the focus in a few weeks.

By drafting a wide receiver early in the NFL Draft, the Rams signal they are focused on long-term stability at the position while looking to make Nacua the face of the franchise when he returns.

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5 Wide Receivers Rams Could Target in 2026 NFL Draft

https://www.si.com/nfl/rams/onsi/los-angeles-5-wide-receivers-could-target-in-2026-draft?page_source=v_recirc

The Los Angeles Rams may have one of the best wide receiver duos in Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, but the future must be considered in the upcoming NFL Draft.

Adams is nearing the end of his career, and while he may still have an immense impact, the Rams require a playmaker who can attack with speed, explosiveness, or pure dynamic ability at the position as a way to succeed the future Hall of Fame wideout. General manager Les Snead will have his hands full in the NFL Draft, making moves and securing plenty of draft capital to attack the position. With that in mind, here are five receiver prospects Los Angeles could draft.

Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State Sun Devils

When healthy, Tyson is the best wide receiver prospect in the draft. He has the competitive spirit, contested catch ability, size, ball skills, and dynamic athleticism that make him an outstanding pass-catcher for any NFL offense. As the Rams make their push for Super Bowl LXI, adding Tyson would make the offense incredibly hard to slow down during the season.

Deion Burks, Oklahoma Sooners

When Rams fans saw Burks’ size (5-foot-9, 180 pounds), they may think of Tutu Atwell once more. However, Burks is slightly bigger, and it makes a world of difference. Burks is an exciting vertical playmaker with the explosiveness and second-level burst to split the difference and run away from defenders with 4.30-second 40-yard dash speed, while also showcasing the ability to stack defenders with play with good body control at the catch point.

Antonio Williams, Clemson Tigers

One of my favorite Day Two wide receivers is Antonio Williams. The Clemson Tiger is the latest in the history of top pass-catchers under the Dabo Swinney regime, with at least more on the way in 2027.

When you throw the ball in Williams’ direction, he tends to come down with it nine times out of 10. He has a brilliant understanding of shell coverages and where to attack them while winning as a nuanced route runner and plenty of explosiveness to generate big plays after the catch and downfield. Williams feels like a perfect fit in Sean McVay’s offense.

Bryce Lance, North Dakota State Bison

The Rams will not be afraid to draft older prospects, and Lance is no exception to that. The whole mentality of Snead and his front office, in coordination with McVay, is to draft players for what or who they are, not necessarily downgrading them for their weaknesses. Lance is a terrific vertical playmaker with elite athleticism, stacking ability, and tracking skills to win the catch point downfield, adding a missing element to Los Angeles’ passing attack.

Eric Rivers, Georgia Tech Yellowjackets

A potential Day Three target for the Rams, Rivers never got a chance to showcase an impressive and talented toolkit of athleticism that made him an intriguing prospect out of Auburn before transferring to Georgia Tech. Rivers is a menace after the catch and will stretch the field vertically to create big-time throws downfield. Matthew Stafford would give him numerous opportunities to generate those plays.

from Mike Giardi: https://www.bostonsportsjournal.com/2026/04/01/giardi-strong-wr-class-could-bolster-a-room-vrabel-already-likes

…this year’s class doesn’t possess a show-stopping pass catcher. But don’t mistake that for this being a weak group. It’s deep; there are a handful of guys who could make significant impacts at the next level. But not every player will work for every system. In fact, I’d say this crop might be even more team/scheme-specific than any in recent memory.

TIER ONE: Carnell Tate, Ohio State (6’2”, 192); Denzel Boston, Washington (6’4” 212); Makai Lemon (5’11”, 192), USC; Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State (6’2”, 203)

Full disclosure: Tyson is the best player in this lot. But a litany of injuries (ACL, collarbone, and lingering hamstring) could have him slide further down the board in round one than his talent says he should. He’s a borderline craftsman with his route running and smoother than butterscotch pudding (You like what you like. I like what I like. Don’t judge).

Tyson eats up man coverage (well-schooled by ASU WR coach Hines Ward) and can succeed inside or out. Will catch the ball over the middle, but doesn’t seem to like contact all that much.

Tate is likely the first to go off the board as another in a long line of Buckeye wideouts. Definitely plays faster than the 4.53 40, and he is very efficient with his movements. Knows how to stack the defenders and runs crisp routes. Smart and detailed with his approach and execution.

Boston didn’t run the 40 at the combine or at Washington’s pro day, saying he did so on the advice of his agent. You know why? Because he’s not fast or an elite athlete. But he does have an elite skill – no one in the draft gets the ball as Boston does. He’s got excellent hands, and when the ball is in the air, if he can get to it, it is almost always his. Red-zone weapon.

If you’re following this process, you know Lemon has drawn comparisons to Amon-Ra St. Brown. That’s both good and bad because St. Brown was a day three pick. Obviously, that evaluation was off, but is that profile – not the biggest nor the fastest – worthy of a top-15 pick, which is where Lemon seems destined to go?

He’s got small hands (8 3.4”) but damn good ball skills, and a thickness to his body (and not thick like my head or midsection) that’s allowed him to survive and thrive coming out of the slot. Not much after the catch, but man, does Lemon catch everything. He’s a different kind of cat (see his combine podium interview), but no one is worried about his love for the game

TIER TWO: Chris Brazzell, Tennessee (6’4”, 198); KC Concepcion, Texas A&M (6’0”, 196)

Hard not to look at Brazzell and think, “Could he be Tee Higgins? Could he be something more?” At least, that’s how I view him. And I’m not alone.

“You see the speed (4.37 40) and think he’s just one of those burners who can only go vertical,” one scout told me. “You’d be wrong. He is an excellent route runner and has a great feel for how a defender is playing him.”

“I love how he sets guys up with his release and then how he runs routes,” a wide receiver coach texted. “He can make it all look the same, and that’s not easy to defend.”

Brazzell isn’t perfect. If he were, he’d be in my tier one. He’s lean, and while he will try to fight through contact, he will have issues with more physical corners until he gets a little stronger. That lack of strength is evident when Brazzell is challenged at the catch point. He also doesn’t love the shallow stuff, especially underneath linebackers or a safety diving down.

One of the twitchiest pass catchers of the bunch, Concepcion creates separation with his quick release, 0 to 60 acceleration, and razor-sharp cuts. Once the ball is in his hands, he runs hard and with surprising physicality (as seen in his punt returns as well). However, that willingness goes out the window when he doesn’t have the ball or when Concepcion is asked to put his body in the danger zone (i.e., over the middle). He has 20 career drops, 15 over the last two seasons.