The Rams are poised for another deep playoff run in 2025-26. Nailing this draft was key to bolstering the current team and future-proofing for the post-Stafford era. In this article, we’ll look at all 6 Rams draft picks (and their first-round trade) and grade them based on both the present and future. Here are the 2025 Rams Draft Grades.
#1. Trading #26 Overall with the Falcons (A++)
Let’s call a spade a spade, the Rams absolutely fleeced the Falcons with this trade. They only moved back 20 spots (and turned their 4th into a 5th), and in return they have an extra first in the 2026 draft. The extra ammo could help them move up and grab their QB of the future next year. They also didn’t have a second round pick this year, so getting one was actually a huge win. I wrote more on why this trade was so great here.
#2. Round 2, 46th Overall TE Terrance Ferguson (B+)
I had targetted Mason Taylor as a Day 2 TE for the Rams, but he went 42nd overall to the Jets. Ferguson is a solid option for TE, a position we knew the Rams were targeting in this draft. Ferguson is big and strong with a ton of potential to become a good run blocker. He also set Oregon records for catches and TDs by a TE. He provides good depth to the TE room, and will, at the very least, find work as a special teamer as he develops. At best, he could become a red zone target for Matt Stafford right away.
#3. Round 3, 90th Overall EDGE Josaiah Stewart (A+)
It may be hard to stick out on a D-Line that includes Mason Taylor and Kenneth Grant, but Josaiah Stewart was known as the toughest guy in the Michigan locker room. He was a favorite of Brett Kollman’s during the pre-draft process and I think he’s a slam dunk for the Rams. He may be a bit undersized, but he plays with extreme intensity and he led that stacked D line in both sacks and TFLs. I think he’ll shine alongside Jared Verse and Braden Fiske and bring great energy to the Rams D.
#4. Round 4, 117th Overall, RB Jarquez Hunter (A-)
Hunter is another super high-character, high work ethic grinder to add to the Rams. He’s tough and creates a lot of yards after contact, and he has (dare I say it) Saquon-like quads and power in his lower half. He doesn’t shine either as a pass catcher or pass protector, but Kyren Williams can cover the Rams in those areas. I think he’ll be an excellent thunder to Kyren Williams lightning, and the value at 117 is undeniable. We all knew this was a deep running back draft, and the Rams took advantage to get a potential starter on day 3.
#5. Round 5, 148th Overall, DL Ty Hamilton (B-)
Hamilton is a quick, shifty, slightly undersized DLine prospect. The Rams added Poona Ford in the offseason, and Hamilton could be a good complement to Ford. He needs to learn some more pass rush moves, but he already hits gaps well. He could provide the flexibility of both rushing the passer and defending the run. If he adds a few pounds and continues to work on his rush skills, he could shape out into a solid starter for the Rams DLine.
#6. Round 5, 172nd Overall, LB Chris Paul Jr. (C+)
No, he’s not related to that Chris Paul. Though like that Chris Paul, he’s probably a bit undersized for his chosen sport. However, he’s a scheme fit for the Rams 4-3 scheme, and he has a good nose for the play just like his basketball counterpart. He’s great at finding his run fit and diagnosing plays, and eager to find work on every snap. If he grows into a man body and gets a bit bigger, faster, and stronger, he could be a great player for the Rams.
#7. Round 7, 242nd Overall, WR Konata Mumpfield (D)
This pick was another return from the Falcons trade, and obviously the jump from 101 to 242 is much more noticeable than 26 to 46. Mumpfield is another undersized prospect, and not a great route runner. He does provide YAC threat, and can get open with quick feet. But his route running isn’t super refined, and his speed doesn’t wow you. He’ll need to work hard to make the roster, even if he has special-teams upside. But ultimately, that’s about what you’d expect out of such a late-round pick.
Great analysis. My only disagreement is the D for Mumpfield. At that point in the draft, you’re just looking for a guy that has a chance of making the roster, preferably at a position lacking depth. I don’t think I could ever give lower than a C for a pick that late. Keep the analysis coming!
Thanks, yeah that’s a fair point and I did say there’s not much you can expect from a 6th rounder. But maybe I’m being too harsh, obviously rooting for the kid. I’ll have to check out your pod, gonna be writing a lot about the Rams this year and always want to learn more.