I think the thinking is exactly the thinking behind the Eagles signing Saquan to that monster deal this week. Get ahead of the market, especially if you feel like you have a top guy.
Now Rams fans can quibble about Kyren being a top guy without the home run speed and fumbling. I'm not gonna argue that. But everything else is elite.
I think the Rams want to get ahead of the market and it'll start turning upwards on runningbacks - maybe as soon as this year - and no longer be depressed.
But I'm sure they have a number in mind and if Kyren doesn't like it, they may look elsewhere... perhaps as early as this draft.
The Rams will look at the 2025 draft for a RB no matter what.It’s a DEEP Class,ask Oldschool.
As far as Kyren goes,it’s a question mark.Usually The Rams like to let the dust settle in the Summer time to deal done like that.The example of EJ53 last season. The Rams had questions,and he must have showed attitude or played games.
Look at Cam Akers & Van Jefferson?
It’s yet to be seen,but DieterRam might tell you Kyren Williams & The Rams don’t want to get a deal done ??? He isn’t a restricted FA,but the thought of security from a player for multiple seasons & playing for a team you like both parties come together.
Then again what would have Alaric Jackson made on the Open Market?? To think Blake Corum is better or a good as KW23 ? I would question that,but very easily could be proven otherwise.