Los Angeles Rams on the Hunt for Secondary Help as Waiver Priorities Determined
ICARO Media Group
The Los Angeles Rams are actively searching for a cornerback to bolster their secondary, but their attempts have been thwarted by the Green Bay Packers in the waiver priority process. After missing out on rookie cornerback Kyu Blu Kelly, who was claimed by the Packers, the Rams are now eyeing recently-released Jack Jones as a potential addition to their team.
According to a report by Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team, the Rams put in a claim for Kyu Blu Kelly after he was waived by the Seattle Seahawks this week. However, their efforts were in vain as the Packers held a higher waiver priority and secured Kelly for their team.
Kelly, a fifth-round pick by the Baltimore Ravens from Stanford University in this year's draft, was initially waived by the Ravens during the final cuts. Subsequently, he was claimed by the Seahawks but failed to make it through the season with the team. Currently, Kelly finds himself on the roster of the Green Bay Packers.
With their pursuit of Kelly unsuccessful, the Rams now turn their attention to Jack Jones, who was unexpectedly waived by the New England Patriots. Jones, a fourth-round pick in 2022, is now available to be claimed by any team. The Rams' interest in Jones stems from their ongoing search for secondary help, particularly with the uncertain status of Derion Kendrick, who is reportedly on the outs with the team.
The waiver priority will once again play a crucial role in determining whether the Rams can successfully acquire Jones. The news of the Packers' successful claim on Kelly indicates that the Rams have a chance to secure Jones if they have a higher priority.
As the Rams continue their pursuit for secondary reinforcements, the team remains determined to strengthen their defense ahead of the upcoming season. With the waiver priority dictating their chances, Rams fans eagerly await news on whether they can add Jack Jones to their roster and address their defensive needs effectively.