5 Under the Radar Prospects Linked to Rams Before 2026 NFL Draft

The Rams have found late-round gems in recent years and could target these players in the middle rounds.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:43pm

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The Los Angeles Rams have had success in the later rounds of the NFL Draft in recent years, finding players like wide receiver Puka Nacua, defensive tackle Kobie Turner, and offensive tackle Warren McClendon. As the Rams look to add depth to the roster in the upcoming draft, they will once again hope to find a few late-round gems. This article takes a look at five under-the-radar prospects the Rams have reportedly met with during the pre-draft process.

Why it matters

The Rams have a history of finding value in the later rounds of the draft, and these under-the-radar prospects could provide depth and contribute to the team's success in 2026 and beyond. With limited early-round picks, the Rams will need to maximize their selections in the middle and late rounds.

The details

The five prospects the Rams have reportedly met with include wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling from Ole Miss, quarterback Garrett Nussmeier from LSU, tight end Eli Stowers from Vanderbilt, linebacker Josaiah Trotter from Missouri, and wide receiver Reggie Virgil from Texas Tech. Each of these players has unique traits that could fit the Rams' offense or defense, and the team will be looking to uncover hidden gems in the middle and late rounds of the draft.

  • The Rams had a formal interview with De'Zhaun Stribling at the NFL Combine.
  • The Rams set up a private workout with Garrett Nussmeier from LSU.
  • The Rams had a formal interview with Josaiah Trotter at the NFL Combine.

The players

De'Zhaun Stribling

A wide receiver from Ole Miss who can play multiple receiver positions and has the vertical speed to stretch defenses, which the Rams need after moving on from Tutu Atwell.

Garrett Nussmeier

A quarterback from LSU who may not be a future starter but could provide depth and competition behind Matthew Stafford, as the Rams have yet to bring back Jimmy Garoppolo or add another backup quarterback.

Eli Stowers

A tight end/wide receiver hybrid from Vanderbilt who is a raw prospect but has the athleticism that the Rams have targeted in the past, similar to Jacob Harris.

Josaiah Trotter

A linebacker from Missouri who is a reliable tackler and could provide an upgrade over Omar Speights, as the Rams look to add depth at the position.

Reggie Virgil

A wide receiver from Texas Tech who fits the Rams' archetype and could contribute as a versatile, well-rounded receiver and special teams player.

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What they’re saying

“An interesting note on #Vanderbilt's Eli Stowers: While officially he's a TE, several teams are evaluating him as a WR.”

— Ian Rapoport, NFL Network Insider

The takeaway

The Rams have a history of finding value in the later rounds of the draft, and these five under-the-radar prospects could provide depth and contribute to the team's success in 2026 and beyond. With limited early-round picks, the Rams will need to maximize their selections in the middle and late rounds to continue building a competitive roster.