The Los Angeles Rams are entering the offseason with a need at offensive tackle. Starting left tackle Alaric Jackson, who played more 82% of the team’s offensive snaps in 2024, is scheduled to reach free agency. Due a sizable raise in pay, general manager Les Snead could opt to draft his replacement with the No. 26 overall selection in the 2025 NFL draft.
If the Rams go that route, we’ve identified three potential left tackles Snead could target at 26.
Kelvin Banks Jr. | Texas
Scouts seem split on Texas offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. Despite being a multi-year starter as a blindside protector, some project Banks Jr. to kick inside to guard at the next level. On tape, the Longhorns standout possesses the high-level athleticism required to stay at his more natural position. The question marks could see him slide to 26th overall.
Josh Simmons | Ohio State
Ohio State’s Josh Simmons may have been the favorite to be the first offensive tackle selected had he not suffered a season-ending torn ACL injury. That makes Simmons a possibility at No. 26 overall for the Rams. They’ll have to be comfortable with his recovery period. The San Diego, California native pairs power with athleticism to be a potential Day 1 starter.
Josh Conerly Jr. | Oregon
The Rams had scouts at this year’s Senior Bowl to observe Oregon left tackle Josh Conerly Jr. Like all tackles in Mobile, Conerly Jr. endured an up-and-down week in pass protection. He established himself as a potential first-round selection through an excellent season for the No. 1 ranked Ducks this past campaign.
