Notes from the Enemy: Los Angeles Rams trying to reset after rough 2022, figuring out how to build around Aaron Donald and more

Happy Monday one and all.

We are heading into week two of the 2023 NFL Free Agency period and we need to take a look around the NFC West to see what the hell is going on.

Let’s start with the Los Angeles Rams.

Rams restructure a key OL contract to create salary cap space – Turf Show Times
By restructuring Joe Noteboom, the Rams likely won’t be making a lot of changes on the offensive line.

Rams owe Cooper Kupp a finer send off – Turf Show Times
In a weak wide receiver market, Kupp could have immense value; but he still has a lot to offer L.A.

Rams free agent rumors: Jamaal Willams could solve RB woes – Turf Show Times
Williams likely on his way out after David Montgomery signing

Rams lose Baker Mayfield to Buccaneers in free agency – Turf Show Times
Mayfield’s stint as a Rams backup is already over

Rams need a quarterback: Remaining free agents to backup Matt Stafford – Turf Show Times
With Baker Mayfield gone in free agency, where does Sean McVay turn next?

Rams bring back Coleman Shelton after restructuring Joe Noteboom’s deal – Turf Show Times
LA is prioritizing the offensive line in front of Matthew Stafford

Rams Depth Chart: Who is LA’s starting five offensive linemen? – Turf Show Times
LA has been quiet in free agency but re-signed Coleman Shelton and reworked Joe Noteboom’s deal

Rams Free Agency: Who could the Rams sign in next wave of NFL free agency? – Turf Show Times
Who could the Rams sign in the next wave of free agency?

Rams GM Les Snead could end up on the hot seat if L.A. falters again – Turf Show Times
Winning a Super Bowl only buys so much time

Rams Draft Picks: Will the Rams trade down in the NFL Draft? – Turf Show Times
Les Snead is among the top general managers when it comes to trading picks on draft day

Rams 2023 mock draft: These unique prospects could fit L.A. right now – Turf Show Times
Three under the radar players with divergent skill sets

Rams lose Matt Gay: 3 potential replacement kickers for 2023 – Turf Show Times
The Rams will look to replace one of the top kickers in the game

Rams should be loaded with compensatory ‘comp’ picks again in 2024 – Turf Show Times
Without adding any free agents, L.A. should once again get four compensatory picks

Rams depth chart shows Aaron Donald is alone, so why is he still here? – Turf Show Times
Donald is one of only 2 returning players who appeared in more than 50% of the snaps last year

Rams 2023 Comp Picks: Does Les Snead overvalue compensatory picks? – Turf Show Times
Do the Rams rely on compensatory picks more than they should?

Rams 2023 Draft: Would now be the worst time to pick offensive line? – Turf Show Times
After years of choosing skill players in round two, should LA choose a center when they have other needs?