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Rams Extend Linebacker Nate Landman for $22.5 Million

11/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

Nate Landman, linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams, signed a three-year extension worth $22.5 million, including $15.6 million guaranteed.
The deal follows Landman's season with 91 tackles, four forced fumbles, and 1.5 sacks.
Landman joined the Rams after a stint with the Atlanta Falcons and has become a team captain and defensive leader.
The extension signals a shift toward prioritizing off-ball linebackers, a position the Rams previously undervalued.

History

Historical Context

The NFL introduced a salary cap in 1994, initially set at $34.6 million, to promote competitive balance among teams. This cap has evolved, with the average player salary reaching $1.1 million. Recent contracts, like Nate Landman's three-year extension worth $22.5 million, highlight a growing appreciation for off-ball linebackers, reflecting strategic shifts in team defenses to adapt to changing game dynamics.

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Story summary

Nate Landman, linebacker for the Los Angeles Rams, signed a three-year extension worth $22.5 million, including $15.6 million guaranteed.
The deal follows Landman's season with 91 tackles, four forced fumbles, and 1.5 sacks.
Landman joined the Rams after a stint with the Atlanta Falcons and has become a team captain and defensive leader.
The extension signals a shift toward prioritizing off-ball linebackers, a position the Rams previously undervalued.

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