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Cowboys Hall of Fame offensive lineman Larry Allen dies suddenly at age 52

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Larry Allen grew up in Compton, attended four high schools and never earned a diploma, yet he became one of the greatest offensive lineman in NFL history.

Wednesday, May 29

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Rams' Stetson Bennett is getting back in form after improving mental health

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Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett declined to specify the reason for his season away from football but did confirm it fell under the umbrella of mental health.

Wednesday, May 22

Rams move training camp to LMU; Matthew Stafford's contract situation is unmoved

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After years training at UC Irvine, the Rams have moved the camp this summer to Loyola Marymount. Meanwhile, Matthew Stafford's contract is still a topic.

Thursday, May 16

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NFL 2024 schedule: Rams open with chance to avenge playoff loss to Jared Goff and Lions

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The Rams' 2024-25 NFL schedule includes five prime-time games as the team looks to build on last season's playoff run.

Inside the 2024 NFL schedule: How the NFL assures fair distribution of top TV games

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While building the 2024-25 NFL schedule, the league pushed for strong storylines and to deliver intriguing matchups to every TV network and streamer.

Wednesday, May 15

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With AFL teams folding, league names ex-Rams coach Jeff Fisher interim commissioner

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Jeff Fisher was fired by the Rams in 2016, making way for Sean McVay. Since then, Fisher has bounced around lesser leagues and has a daunting task ahead with the AFL.

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Tom Brady regrets Netflix roast because some of the jokes 'affected my kids'

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Upon reflection, seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady says he regrets the way his Netflix roast affected his three children, ages 16, 14 and 11.

Thursday, May 9

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Rams continue to reshape roster, trading Ben Skowronek to Texans

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The Rams trade wide receiver Ben Skowronek to the Houston Texans and exchange late-round selections in the 2026 NFL draft as part of the deal.

Tuesday, May 7

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Raiders camp in Costa Mesa would make them the fifth NFL team to train in SoCal

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The Costa Mesa City Council is poised to approve the Raiders joining four other NFL teams holding training camps in Southern California.

Sunday, Apr 28

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Needing plenty of help to replace Aaron Donald, Rams draft four defensive linemen

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The Rams entered the NFL draft knowing one player could not replace the retired Aaron Donald, so they picked four defensive lineman to help fill the void.

Saturday, Apr 27

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NIL in college football is making a big impact on the NFL draft

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With college football players increasingly choosing to not leave school early because of NIL, the quality of players in the NFL draft is taking a hit.

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Rams 2024 NFL draft: Breaking down 10 picks, five defenders, four on offense, kicker

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The Rams had 10 picks in the 2024 NFL draft, picking five defensive players, four on offense and a kicker. They began by taking Florida State's Jared Verse.

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Rams acknowledge Matthew Stafford has asked for more guarantees in contract

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Rams general manager Les Snead and coach Sean McVay confirmed quarterback Matthew Stafford wants his contract adjusted, seeking more guaranteed money.

03

Top pick Jared Verse thrilled Rams also picked his Florida State linemate

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Jared Verse was thrilled to be the Rams' first-round NFL draft pick, but became even happier when they also selected his college teammate, Braden Fiske.

Friday, Apr 26

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USC's Caleb Williams, UCLA's Laiatu Latu are top pick and top defender taken in draft

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USC produced the top pick of the NFL draft in Caleb Williams, and UCLA produced the first defensive player selected in Laiatu Latu, taken 15th.

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Rams' top pick, Florida State's Jared Verse, got pre-draft advice from Aaron Donald

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The Rams went into the draft with thoughts of helping their pass rush, and Florida State's Jared Verse was still on the board when L.A. made the 19th pick.

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Drafted by Bears 25 years ago, another QB from L.A. shares advice for Caleb Williams

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Former UCLA QB Cade McNown has advice for Bears top pick Caleb Williams: "You've been drafted as the future, you have to live in the present."

Thursday, Apr 25

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Quarterback-starved Chicago wondering if Caleb Williams is (finally) the right answer

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The Bears have tried and failed to secure a franchise quarterback for years, and Chicago wonders whether Caleb Williams or J.J. McCarthy is the right choice.

Wednesday, Apr 24

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Even if not in Round 1, Rams know they need to find pass rushers in draft

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With pass-rushing help needed even before Aaron Donald retired, the Rams will need to address their defensive line in the 2024 NFL draft.

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Sam Farmer's final 2024 NFL mock draft: Quarterbacks 1-2-3 after big trade?

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L.A. Times NFL writer Sam Farmer predicts quarterbacks will be taken 1-2-3 atop the draft Thursday after a surprise trade happens in the third spot.

Rams' draft triple threat: Trade up, down, pick ... 'We're going to explore all three'

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Sean McVay has not had the chance to draft in the first round during his years with the Rams until this year ... "If we do pick in the first round."

Monday, Apr 22

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At his age, is Rams' Cooper Kupp old news after two injury-plagued seasons? He says no

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Cooper Kupp was the NFL's finest receiver during the Rams' Super Bowl championship season, but have two seasons with injuries stymied the star?

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NFL mock draft live: 32 team reporters make their first-round picks

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Reporters who cover their teams on a daily basis predict how the first round of the 2024 NFL draft will unfold in The Times' beat writers' mock draft.

Saturday, Apr 20

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Roman Gabriel, legendary Rams quarterback who shattered team records, dies at 83

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Roman Gabriel, who played 11 of his 16 years in pro football with the Rams, was the first Filipino American to play in the NFL.

Tuesday, Apr 16

02

If Rams want Ernest Jones IV as leader on defense, why no contract extension?

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Ernest Jones IV says he has prepared to take over as the defensive leader but the Rams want the linebacker to play out his contract and avoid extension talks.

Monday, Apr 8

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Will Rams keep or trade first Round 1 pick since 2016? GM Les Snead has been picky

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Where the Rams might focus in the 2024 draft and how GM Les Snead has performed in Round 1 considering he has his first top-round pick since 2016.

Wednesday, Mar 27

06

Former All-Pro cornerback Tre'Davious White joining revamped Rams secondary

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Former Buffalo Bills standout cornerback Tre'Davious White is joining the Rams on a new deal to help fortify team's defense.

Tuesday, Mar 26

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Rams knew all along Aaron Donald was retiring but can scheme or draft compensate?

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The Rams knew after their playoff loss to the Lions that Aaron Donald was going to retire. They're still working on how the defense will change to compensate.

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NFL announces scheduling wrinkles, including Wednesday Christmas Day games

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The NFL announced it will schedule a game in Brazil on Friday of Week 1, the first time in more than 50 years it has played on the Friday of opening weekend.

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NFL votes to significantly alter kickoff rules in name of safety and to revive returns

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NFL owners voted to radically alter kickoff rules for the 2024 season. The new kickoff rules are intended to make the play safer and make returns more likely.