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Why the Rams Might Stun the NFL with a Bold First-Round QB Gamble

Posted on April 13, 2025

The Los Angeles Rams are known for their unconventional approach to the NFL Draft, often avoiding the most obvious choices. In 2024, while many teams focused on strengthening positions like cornerback, wide receiver, quarterback, and offensive tackle, the Rams took a different route. They did not select a player in three of those key positions and only drafted one wide receiver—Jordan Whittington from the University of Texas—in the sixth round.

Looking ahead to the 2025 NFL Draft, which is rich with talent at running back, tight end, and defensive tackle, many might expect the Rams to focus on these areas. However, speculation is growing that the team may instead target a quarterback in the first round. ESPN NFL analyst Mike Tannenbaum was the first to predict the Rams selecting Mississippi quarterback Jaxson Dart with the 26th overall pick, and other analysts are beginning to follow suit.

This speculation isn’t entirely unfounded. Rams General Manager Les Snead has openly acknowledged the need for a young quarterback to develop under veteran Matthew Stafford. The Rams’ tendency to defy conventional draft wisdom aligns with the idea of selecting a quarterback when other teams are focused on different positions. In the modern NFL, a GM’s role extends beyond simply building a roster—it also involves managing public perception. Fans often expect their teams to draft high-profile players, but Snead has consistently followed his own path, even when it draws criticism.

A prime example of this occurred during the 2024 NFL Draft when Snead faced backlash for selecting outside linebacker Jared Verse and defensive tackle Braden Fiske. Critics particularly questioned the aggressive move to trade up for Fiske in the second round. However, both players silenced doubters by emerging as finalists for the 2025 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award—an honor that ultimately went to Verse. This outcome reinforces the idea that Snead’s unorthodox strategies often pay off despite initial skepticism.

As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, ESPN’s Matt Miller has joined Tannenbaum in projecting the Rams to draft Jaxson Dart. While the weeks leading up to the draft are often filled with rumors and misinformation designed to manipulate draft boards, the consistent link between the Rams and Dart raises questions about whether this is mere speculation or based on inside knowledge.

Ultimately, while no one outside the Rams’ front office can predict with certainty how the team will use the 26th pick, Snead’s track record suggests he will prioritize long-term value over popular opinion. The real question is whether the growing rumors about Jaxson Dart hold any truth—or if Snead will once again surprise everyone with another unexpected move.

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