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In the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Rams selected Miami wide receiver CJ Daniels. While some expected the Rams to take a wide receiver earlier, Daniels was taken on Day 3 and fit the Rams’ archetype. Heading into his rookie season, Daniels appears to be someone the Rams are excited about in 2026.

CJ Daniels May Already Be the Rams’ Low-Cost Replacement for Davante Adams

Heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Rams were in need of a third wide receiver. They didn’t draft in the first round as some expected, but

Rams Sign Keagen Trost & CJ Daniels To 4-Year Rookie Contracts

The Los Angeles Rams signed offensive lineman Keagen Trost and wide receiver CJ Daniels to the standard four-year rookie contracts. Trost was selected in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft out of the University of Missouri and brings versatility up front as he can play just about anywhere on the offensive line.

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Rams Drafting CJ Daniels Puts Konata Mumpfield’s Roster Spot in Doubt

The Los Angeles Rams finally addressed their need at wide receiver with the 197th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft by taking Miami’s CJ Daniels. While

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Rams Add Needed WR, Move Up for Potential Steal in CJ Daniels

The Los Angeles Rams finally took a wide receiver in the 2026 NFL Draft. After waiting around most of the afternoon, general manager Les Snead traded up 10 spots from 207 with the Philadelphia Eagles at 197 to take wide receiver CJ Daniels out of Miami.

Rams Add No. 197 From Eagles, Select WR CJ Daniels

The Rams are completing a three-for-one trade as the draft nears its conclusion. They will add No. 197 from the Eagles in exchange for Nos. 207, 251 and 252, ESPN.com’s Tim McManus tweets.

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Jaguars Linked to Intriguing Wide Receiver Prospect Ahead of Draft

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Broncos Conduct Sit-Down With Miami WR Ahead of Draft

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New York Giants Draft Prospect Profile: WR CJ Daniels, Miami

Height: 6’2” Weight: 202 lbs Class: RS-Senior School: Miami Hands: 9 ¼” Arm length: 31 ¾” STATS A two-star recruit out of Parkview High School in Lilburn, Georgia, where he was the 238th player in his state and the 408th player during the 2020 recruiting cycle.

'I Can’t Sleep': Michael Irvin Hypes Miami Upset Win vs. Ohio State After His Viral Celebration

Michael Irvin couldn’t sleep Wednesday night, and it had nothing to do with caffeine or the celebration beers. Miami’s upset of Ohio State hit him the same way a big game used to when he played.

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From All-American Returner to Miami's Most Reliable Weapon

CORAL GABLES, Fla. — The Miami Hurricanes started the season with endless depth at their receiver position. Malachi Toney, CJ Daniels, Joshisa Trader, and others were ready to make a mark, but one was in a different position.

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Key Miami Contributor Out Against SMU

The Miami Hurricanes will be without the No. 2 wide receiver, CJ Daniels, against SMU. Not only is this a big blow to the Hurricanes' offense, it also gives a chance for the other players like Tony Johnson and Joshisa Trader to get some chances against the Mustangs.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Louisville vs. Miami Prediction and Game Preview

Miami hosts Louisville on Friday night for a crucial ACC showdown for Week 8 of the college football season. The Hurricanes aim to extend their lead in the ACC, while the Cardinals hope to emerge as Miami’s biggest contender for the No.

College Football News / Miami Hurricanes on SI / October 5

CJ Daniels Honored Former LSU Teammate During Two-Touchdown Performance Against FSU

Not only was it a massive victory for No. 3 Miami, they got to rub it in against No. 18 Florida State. It got close late in the fourth quarter, but the game was over once the dancing and trolling began.

Miami Hurricanes News / Miami Hurricanes on SI / September 3, 2025

Miami Wide Receiver CJ Daniels Reacts To His Catch of the Year

CORAL GABLES, Fla. — When the 2025 college football season finishes, there will be one play that everyone will consider as the "Catch of the Year". Miami Wide Receiver CJ Daniels had the "Catch of the Year" in the opening game of the season, and it didn't take him long for people to realize that this Hurricanes team is different.

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Carson Beck's redemption season gets off to strong start

Carson Beck's redemption season in Miami gets off to strong start

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College Football News / Miami Hurricanes on SI / March 31, 2025

LSU Transfer CJ Daniels is Leading the Young Miami Receivers Despite Not Practicing

CORAL GABLES, Fla. — The Miami Hurricanes Football team continues to build relationships with each other even when some players are limited in practice.

College Football News / Miami Hurricanes on SI / March 18, 2025

Miami's Newest Receiver CJ Daniels Graded Top Five Transfer This Season

The Miami Hurricanes are moving well with spring practice taking place and one of those players is the newest commit from LSU CJ Daniels. Pro Football Focus has graded the talented receiver as having one of the best careers and will have instant production for the Canes.

College Football News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / December 11, 2024

Ole Miss Reportedly In 'Mix' For Former LSU Standout WR C.J. Daniels

Ole Miss needs a replacement for Tre Harris entering 2024 and would love to target a proven name in the SEC. Enter former LSU standout C.J. Daniels into the mix.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 3, 2024

CJ Daniels’ transfer portal move will catch LSU football’s attention

LSU football wide receiver CJ Daniels is reportedly planning to enter the College Football Transfer Portal, per Hayes Fawcett of On3. “BREAKING: LSU WR CJ Daniels plans to enter the Transfer Portal, per his rep (Casey Gunn),” Fawcett wrote on X, formerly Twitter.