
As the Los Angeles Rams prepare for postseason action once again, they have some of the best NFL Draft capital they have had in many years.
In next year's upcoming draft, the Rams will have several things to address in the offseason, including the addition of a true No. 1 cornerback, depth and potential starters in the offensive trenches, and safety depth. With a great roster, high draft picks, and a strong coaching staff, the sky remains the limit for Los Angeles. With that in mind, let's dive into a brand-new mini mock draft ahead of the playoffs.
Jermod McCoy is going to be a 1st round pick despite not playing in 2025… the 2024 tape is just outrageous pic.twitter.com/FsPYSAWk3y
— NFL Draft Files (@NFL_DF) December 11, 2025
It has been a long time since the Rams have had a true No. 1 cornerback. When they traded Jalen Ramsey a few years ago, the team did not look for his successor and have failed to adequately address the position for the last few years. In a cornerback-rich draft class, they could land the best one.
Despite not playing this year with a torn ACL, McCoy is one of the best defenders in the NFL Draft because his tape in 2024 is among the best of any prospect in the class. He is a well-refined press-man corner who continues to grow in zone coverage while having outstanding ball skills.
Caleb Lomu out of Utah is the king of smooth in this year's draft class. He always seems calm, cool and collected in pass protection. He combine phenomenal footwork, speed and hand placement to mirror and nullify defenders consistently. pic.twitter.com/NaIyv97m31
— Newt Westen (@NFLDraft_Westen) December 29, 2025
The future of Rob Havenstein in Los Angeles is up in the air after this season. The Rams must decide between Warren McClendon and bringing in competition through free agency or the draft to man the right side of the offensive line.
Lomu might be the best offensive tackle prospect in a weak class, which spells great news for Los Angeles if they are to attack the position early. Lomu has incredible poise and technique at the position could earn him the starting job at right tackle as a rookie despite the concerns of elite play strength.
Kamari Ramsey is at the top of the list of 2026 NFL Draft prospects who are much better than their raw production indicates.
— Ian Cummings (@IC_Draft) November 5, 2025
Can improve his support angles & tackling form at times -- but for a nickel, he has some of the best coverage mobility and off-man / zone feel I've seen. pic.twitter.com/dTJg1gYFrj
The Los Angeles Rams must consider the possibility of losing Quentin Lake this offseason in free agency. If that is the case, that could open the door to attack the position in the NFL Draft, Ramsey is a fun nickel defender with box and two-high ability, utilizing his feels in coverage, range, and aggression downhill to be an impact defender.
Some won't like this selection, but Matthew Stafford's future and successor must be considered here. Allar would be an awesome developmental project for Sean McVay, allowing him to sit around for a few years before taking over the reins. The tools are there, and McVay can hone in those skills as well as anyone.
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