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Rams Name Rookie CJ Daniels Adams' Backup After Strong Camp

8/4/2026

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Daniels Earns Backup

CJ Daniels, a sixth-round Miami pick, impressed the Los Angeles Rams in training camp.
Coach Sean McVay called Daniels mature, naming him Davante Adams' primary backup.
In 2025 Daniels caught 50 passes for 557 yards and seven touchdowns, helping Miami reach the national championship.
Davante Adams mentored Daniels before a five-week break while Daniels' versatility could earn him a WR3b role against Jordan Whittington, Xavier Smith and Konata Mumpfield.

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Curl Intercepts

Safety Kam Curl intercepted Matthew Stafford, sparking the Rams’ second defensive touchdown of camp.
Coach Sean McVay said the three-block, one-day-off schedule raises the floor and boosts pre-snap ownership.
Linebacker Nate Landman, elected captain, aims to improve as a defensive leader and mentor.
Defensive end Myles Garrett missed his fourth practice with lower-body soreness, giving teammate Josaiah Stewart extra snaps and a forced-fumble turnover.

History

Historical Context

When the Patriots chose Michigan quarterback Tom Brady with the 199th pick of the April 15-16 2000 draft, he later guided New England to a 12-5 season and seven Super Bowls, showing late-round picks can become stars. The 2024 Rams, led by Sean McVay, are echoing that trend by promoting sixth-round rookie CJ Daniels and safety Kam Curl to key roles.

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Daniels Earns Backup

CJ Daniels, a sixth-round Miami pick, impressed the Los Angeles Rams in training camp.
Coach Sean McVay called Daniels mature, naming him Davante Adams' primary backup.
In 2025 Daniels caught 50 passes for 557 yards and seven touchdowns, helping Miami reach the national championship.
Davante Adams mentored Daniels before a five-week break while Daniels' versatility could earn him a WR3b role against Jordan Whittington, Xavier Smith and Konata Mumpfield.

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