Blaine GrisakAug 5, 2026
Grisak ranks the Rams' rookies based on their training camp performance, with sixth-round receiver CJ Daniels first and first-round quarterback Ty Simpson second.
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Throughout the first two blocks of training camp, CJ Daniels remains the most impressive of the rookies.
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- Ranking the Rams' Rookies After Two Training Camp Blocks
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“Here's how the rookies rank before the Rams wrap up training camp. 5. DL Tim Keenan III (7th Round) ... 4. TE Max Klare (2nd Round) ... 3. OL Keagen Trost (3rd Round) ... 2. QB Ty Simpson (1st Round) ... 1. WR CJ Daniels (6th Round)”
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