The Los Angeles Rams have made significant moves during the offseason, strengthening their roster with notable signings and extensions. One of their key moves was renegotiating Matthew Stafford’s contract, ensuring his stay through the 2025 season. Additionally, they made strong acquisitions, including wide receiver Davante Adams and defensive tackle Poona Ford. While the Rams’ defense was one of the league’s top units toward the end of the 2024 season, the team recognized the need to bolster their middle linebacker position. To address this, they signed former Atlanta Falcons linebacker Nate Landman to a one-year contract.
Landman explained that several factors influenced his decision to join the Rams, including the team’s success and the opportunity to return to his West Coast roots in California. He also cited his strong relationship with Senior Defensive Assistant Jimmy Lake, which made the choice even easier. Landman expressed his excitement about reuniting with a similar defensive scheme he had experience with in Atlanta, which would ease his transition to the Rams’ defense.
The linebacker also shared his enthusiasm after speaking with head coach Sean McVay, praising him for his leadership and ability to get the best out of his players. Landman emphasized how excited he was to play for a team with a successful coach like McVay and how he was eager to contribute to a promising season with the Rams. His addition to the team will bolster the defense, particularly as a run stopper alongside Poona Ford, addressing one of the team’s key areas of concern.
Overall, Landman’s signing is expected to immediately impact the Rams’ defensive lineup, providing more depth and strength to the middle of the field. The Rams’ commitment to improving their defense was evident, and Landman’s familiarity with the defensive scheme should allow him to contribute quickly.
In another move, the Rams re-signed running back Ronnie Rivers to a one-year contract, securing some of their key free agents for the upcoming season.
