Los Angeles Rams: 7-Round 2021 NFL mock draft after Divisional Round loss

Leonard Floyd was a huge addition for the Rams this offseason and he thrived in his first season in Los Angeles. And while Michael Brockers is a solid veteran, the youth and depth on the edge is lacking when you look at this roster. So with Joe Tryon on the board in the third round, it only makes sense for them to pull the trigger.

Tryon is an extremely toolsy player who was productive at Washington. He’s not the best run defender and needs to become more technically sound as a pass rusher. While that may be true, his blend of skills make him easily coachable and a nice piece for the Rams to add to the equation.

Especially after losing Cory Littleton in last offseason’s free agency period, the most obvious weakness on the Los Angeles defense was at linebacker. Monty Rice could answer the call for them, though. While undersized at 6-1, 235 pounds, Rice has the athletic traits and high football IQ to be a quality player in the middle of the defense. He’s been a leader of a phenomenal defense in college and, though he’s not built like a prototype, there’s reason to think he can carve out a valuable role on the Rams.

We’re back to the offensive line because, well, the Rams need all the bodies they can get there. The group they have showed notable improvement from 2019 to 2020 but there is still room to grow. And adding a player like Spencer Brown to compete every day could help the cause.

Another small-school prospect, the Northern Iowa standout is a mauler on tape and plays with impressive athleticism for a 321-pounder. While he needs to become more consistent with his footwork and technique as he makes the jump to the NFL, the tools are there for coaches to mold him into an eventual starting tackle.