In the 2024 season, the Los Angeles Rams concluded with a respectable 10-7 record, a particularly impressive feat considering their rocky 1-4 start. They managed a strong finish, winning nine of their last 12 games, which secured them the NFC West title.
In the playoffs, the Rams showcased their prowess by defeating the Vikings 27-9 during the wildcard round. However, their journey was cut short in the divisional round by the Eagles, who narrowly claimed a 28-22 victory. As the offseason unfolded, the Rams ensured stability at the quarterback position by re-signing Matthew Stafford. However, they made a bold move by parting ways with their former superstar wide receiver, Cooper Kupp. To fill this crucial gap, Los Angeles has brought Davante Adams on board with a two-year contract.
### Is Davante Adams the Game-Changer the Rams Need?
According to reports, Davante Adams inked a two-year, $46 million deal with the Rams, with $26 million guaranteed. Adams had expressed a desire to remain on the West Coast, which likely influenced this decision.
Last year, Davante Adams began with the Las Vegas Raiders but was traded to the New York Jets after Week 6, where he reconnected with his former quarterback, Aaron Rodgers. Over the final 11 games of the 2024 season, Adams racked up 67 receptions for 854 yards and seven touchdowns. Though both Adams and Rodgers were key players, the Jets decided not to pursue either for future seasons, leading to their release.
For 2025, while Rodgers is still exploring his options, Adams has swiftly found a new home with the Rams. With the release of Cooper Kupp impending as the new league year approaches, Adams steps in as a crucial addition to the Rams’ lineup. The upcoming 2025 season marks the 12th year of Adams’ NFL career.
Adams boasts an impressive track record, having not fallen short of 1,000 receiving yards since 2019, when he just missed the mark with 997 yards. Between 2020 and 2022, he was named a First-Team All-Pro for three consecutive years, although he struggled to maintain that level of production in recent seasons. Despite being 32 years old, Adams remains a potent force on the field. With Cooper Kupp set as the WR1, Adams presents a formidable WR2 option, reminiscent of his dynamic pairing with Garrett Wilson in New York last season. With Matthew Stafford’s experience leading the team, Adams’s transition to the Rams is poised to be smooth and impactful.
