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Rams Eye Key Picks in Upcoming 2026 NFL Draft

1/7/2026

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Summary

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The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching, with the Los Angeles Rams holding the 13th and 29th overall picks.
The Rams aim to select cornerback Jermod McCoy from Tennessee and wide receiver KC Concepcion from Texas A&M.
Top quarterbacks Fernando Mendoza and Dante Moore are expected to go first and second overall.
The draft runs April 23-25 in Pittsburgh as teams pursue defensive upgrades at edge rushing and the secondary.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural NFL Draft on February 8, 1936, aimed to establish competitive balance by allowing teams to select college players in reverse order of their previous season's performance. The Philadelphia Eagles selected Jay Berwanger first overall, but he never played in the NFL due to contract disputes. This draft process has since evolved, shaping team strategies and player development in professional football.

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Story summary

The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching, with the Los Angeles Rams holding the 13th and 29th overall picks.
The Rams aim to select cornerback Jermod McCoy from Tennessee and wide receiver KC Concepcion from Texas A&M.
Top quarterbacks Fernando Mendoza and Dante Moore are expected to go first and second overall.
The draft runs April 23-25 in Pittsburgh as teams pursue defensive upgrades at edge rushing and the secondary.

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