The Los Angeles Rams have established a reputation for bold and decisive actions, consistently aiming to extend their Super Bowl window. Their activity during the 2025 free agency period has demonstrated this commitment, significantly enhancing their championship aspirations. However, to truly capitalize on their potential, according to Enzo Flojo of Clutch Points, one strategic move remains: trading up in the 2025 NFL Draft to secure a game-changing cornerback.
“Remember that the Rams can’t afford to roll out the same secondary that ranked 19th in PFF coverage grade in 2024,” Flojo writes. “With emerging talent at safety, some veterans may become expendable. Curl, in particular, could be a prime candidate to be moved. In his first year with the Rams, he posted a 63.7 PFF coverage grade and a 68.5 run-defense grade. However, his overall rating (68.4) lagged behind rookie Kamren Kinchens (71.5). Given Kinchens’ promising play, it will be difficult to keep him off the field in 2025. With Curl entering the final year of his contract, he could be a logical trade chip.“
Earlier this month, general managers Les Snead admitted that the Rams were beneficiaries of the larger quarterback class in last years draft. He credited that with pushing Jared Verse back in the draft to where the Rams were selecting, pick No. 19.
Analyst Urges Los Angeles Rams To Trade Up For Travis Hunter
The Rams won’t have that luxury this year, which means if they want a premier defender at cornerback they will need to trade up. Flojo then takes a big swing, pitching Travis Hunter as the best candidate to draft up to select.
“If they’re serious about building a championship-caliber defense, trading up in the 2025 NFL Draft to secure Colorado’s Travis Hunter is the best move they can make. Hunter is a dynamic two-way playmaker. He is widely projected as the top cornerback prospect in the class. His elite athleticism, natural instincts, and shutdown ability make him a perfect fit for the Rams defense. They are in desperate need of a true No. 1 corner.”
Hunter is widely considered to be the best prospect in the draft regardless of position, which of course means he would be expensive to trade up for.
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“Sure, the Rams hold a first-round pick this year. That’s said, they’ll likely need to bundle additional assets to move into the top five. That could ensure they land Hunter. Given their history of bold draft-day moves, such a trade is entirely in their DNA. Packaging their first-round selection with a future pick and possibly a player could be enough to entice a team looking to accumulate draft capital. One potential trade piece could be safety Kam Curl.”
The Los Angeles Rams’ aversion to mediocrity has been a consistent theme, and their recent offseason activities have reinforced this philosophy. Re-signing Matthew Stafford and acquiring Davante Adams clearly indicates their desire to pursue another Super Bowl title while their competitive window remains open. To fully realize their championship aspirations, however, a final, bold move is necessary: trading up to draft Travis Hunter.
Securing a cornerback of Hunter’s caliber would significantly strengthen their secondary, enabling the defense to make substantial progress. Moreover, it would provide the Rams with a franchise cornerstone for years to come. The Rams have historically demonstrated a willingness to make high-stakes moves. Now, it’s time for them to commit fully and pursue this transformative addition.