The Los Angeles Rams have made a significant move to bolster their roster by agreeing to terms with 18 undrafted rookies, including a new quarterback. This comes after the team drafted Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Among the undrafted additions is Matthew Caldwell, a quarterback who spent the 2025 season at the University of Texas. Caldwell served as a backup to Arch Manning, attempting just eight passes during the year. His collegiate experience includes starting five games for Troy University in 2024 and playing previously at Gardner-Webb University.
The Rams have also secured several offensive linemen and skill-position players. Key additions include:
- Austin Blaske (North Carolina, offensive lineman)
- Dean Connors (Houston, running back)
- Bryce Henderson (Vanderbilt, offensive lineman)
- Rohan Jones (Arkansas, tight end)
- Chad Lindberg (North Carolina, offensive lineman)
- Dan Villari (Syracuse, tight end)
On the defensive side, the Rams have added a mix of linebackers, defensive linemen, and defensive backs. The new additions include:
- Nick Andersen (Wake Forest, safety)
- Wesley Bailey (Louisville, linebacker)
- Nyzier Fourqurean (Wisconsin, cornerback)
- Al'zillion Hamilton (Fresno State, cornerback)
- Nikhai Hill-Green (Alabama, linebacker)
- Jalen Logan-Redding (Minnesota, defensive lineman)
- Jaxson Moi (Tennessee, defensive lineman)
- Drey Norwood (Missouri, cornerback)
- Darryl Peterson (Wisconsin, linebacker)
- Eddie Walls (Houston, linebacker)
- Peyton Zdroik (Air Force, defensive lineman)
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