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Rams stand pat at trade deadline frustrating fans
The Los Angeles Rams made no trade before Tuesday’s NFL deadline, despite losing several key players to injuries and needing reinforcements. Their decision frustrated fans and left the team relying on injured stars returning as it pursues its Super Bowl ambitions.
The Rams had limited salary-cap room and only four picks in the 2027 draft, reducing their options, though contract changes could have created flexibility. Rivals San Francisco, Kansas City and Minnesota added Keenan Allen, Josh Downs and Kirk Cousins respectively; Los Angeles instead signed receiver Xavier Smith from San Francisco’s practice squad. Waiver options may still emerge, but Matthew Stafford’s available receivers include Tutu Atwell, Konata Mumpfield and rookie CJ Daniels.
In short
- The Rams made no trades despite multiple major injuries.
- Limited cap room and draft picks constrained their options.
- Rivals strengthened their squads before the deadline.