The Los Angeles Rams hold the No. 26 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, a position viewed as crucial for potential first-round talent that may fall. ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller suggests that the Kansas City Chiefs, selecting at No. 31, are exploring options to trade up in order to secure a left tackle they desire. The Rams, with no pressing needs but depth concerns, could see competition from the Chiefs if they target a lineman with their pick.
Kansas City has a history of making moves in the draft to acquire desired players, having traded up in previous drafts for prospects like receiver Xavier Worthy and cornerback Trent McDuffie. Potential targets for both the Chiefs and Rams in the late first round include players such as Josh Conerly from Oregon, Kelvin Banks from Texas, and Josh Simmons from Ohio State.