Value of Comp Picks Becoming Clearer

[AvengerRam]

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the value in the acquisition of compensatory draft picks at the time they are awarded. Some have even teased Les Snead for the premium he seems to place on Day 3 picks obtained through this process.

Right now, though, the value of these picks is becoming more clear.

Three compensatory selections from 2022, Cobie Durant, Derion Kendrick and Quentin Lake, are key members of the DB depth chart (with Durant and Kendrick currently starting).

In 2023, the Rams had several comp picks, including the one used on rising star Puka Nakua.

The Rams are projected to be awarded 4 more comp picks next year (3 in Round 6, 1 in Round 7).

Who knows what gems we might find.

 

[Riverumbbq]

https://www.si.com/nfl/rams/news/los-angeles-rams-2024-nfl-draft-picks-les-snead-sean-mcvay

Resetting the Board: How Many Draft Picks Will Rams Have in 2024?​

The Los Angeles Rams made a league-high 14 picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, but where do they stand for 2024?

• JONATHAN ALFANO
• MAY 7, 2023 11:18 AM EDT

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The Los Angeles Rams have been relatively quiet at the draft the last few years, but that changed in 2023. After several trades during the draft, L.A. made a league-high 14 picks across all seven rounds.
Now that the 2023 NFL Draft is in the books, where do the Rams stand in regard to next year's draft? Here's an early look at all the picks they currently own for the 2024 NFL Draft.
Round 1: The Rams currently hold their own first-round pick in 2024. Assuming they keep the pick, this would mark the first time the Rams have made a first-round pick since they took Jared Goff at No. 1 overall in 2016.
Round 2: The Rams currently hold their own second-round pick in 2024. They selected offensive guard Steve Avila in the second round in 2023.
Round 3: The Rams currently hold their own third-round pick in 2024. They made two third-round picks in 2023, selecting linebacker Byron Young at No. 77 and defensive lineman Kobie Turner at No. 89.
Round 4: The Rams currently hold their own fourth-round pick in 2024. They selected quarterback Stetson Bennett in the fourth round in 2023.
Round 5: The Rams currently hold their own fifth-round pick in 2024. They made four fifth-round picks in 2023, selecting linebacker Nick Hampton at No. 161, offensive lineman Warren McLendon at No. 174, tight end Davis Allen at No. 175, and receiver Puka Nacua at No. 177.
Round 6: The Rams don't have their own sixth-round pick in 2024, as they traded it to the Buffalo Bills to move up in the 2023 draft. However, they do have the Denver Broncos' sixth-round pick thanks to a trade involving linebacker Kenny Young in October 2021. Additionally, L.A. is projected to receive two compensatory picks in the sixth round due to losing Matt Gay and Baker Mayfield in free agency.
Round 7: The Rams also don't have their own seventh-round pick due to the aforementioned trade with the Broncos. Compensatory selections come in again, though, as L.A. is projected to receive two more in the seventh round due to losing Nick Scott and A'Shawn Robinson this offseason.

 

[Merlin]

Can't believe we still have a first round pick.

 

[Riverumbbq]

Can't believe we still have a first round pick.

Don't jinx it ...

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the value in the acquisition of compensatory draft picks at the time they are awarded. Some have even teased Les Snead for the premium he seems to place on Day 3 picks obtained through this process.

Right now, though, the value of these picks is becoming more clear.

Three compensatory selections from 2022, Cobie Durant, Derion Kendrick and Quentin Lake, are key members of the DB depth chart (with Durant and Kendrick currently starting).

In 2023, the Rams had several comp picks, including the one used on rising star Puka Nakua.

The Rams are projected to be awarded 4 more comp picks next year (3 in Round 6, 1 in Round 7).

Who knows what gems we might find.

Yeah, as long as they hit in them. Some years weren’t as productive as others.

 

[AvengerRam]

Yeah, as long as they hit in them. Some years weren’t as productive as others.

It’s, of course, a numbers game. There are players who fall through the cracks every year, and with every added selection, the chance of finding a Puka Nacua increases.