Los Angeles Rams Mock Draft and Big Board: Updated Day 2 Predictions
The Los Angeles Rams made a big splash on the opening night of the 2016 NFL draft.
With the No. 1 overall pick, the Rams selected California quarterback Jared Goff. According to ESPN.com, the Rams traded up from No. 15 to acquire the top pick. Los Angeles gave up two second-round picks and a third-round pick this year, as well as a first- and third-round selection in 2017.
It was a lot to sacrifice, but the Rams now have their quarterback of the future. Goff will be the face of the franchise for the Rams—he’s the beginning of a brand new era in Los Angeles.
In the NFL, it’s practically a necessity to have a top quarterback in order to compete for the Super Bowl. If Goff can reach his potential and become a top-10 quarterback at the next level, that—combined with the fierce Los Angeles defense—will make the Rams a perennial threat.
If he fails, the loss of picks will weigh down the franchise for years and the fans will suffer through more of the same mediocrity.
Still, the Rams have more picks in this draft to further strengthen the team. They don’t have any Day 2 picks, but they still have two fourth-round selections and two sixth-round picks. It’s not much, but the Rams might be able to find another solid player or two.
This article will make predictions for the remainder of the Rams’ draft, including an updated mock draft and a new top-100 big board.
