Would you recommend that the Rams draft more than one wide receiver?

Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (17) reacts with wide receiver Jordan Whittington (88) during the second half against the Minnesota Vikings in an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images | Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images The Los Angeles Rams enter the upcoming NFL Draft with a clear objective: strengthen their wide receiver corps. On the surface, adding a single receiver might seem sufficient given the presence of elite talents like Davante Adams and Puka Nacua.

However, a deeper look at the roster, offensive philosophy, and long-term outlook suggests that one addition simply is not be enough. In fact, the Rams would be wise to draft at least two wide receivers this year. Reason #1: Elevating the 11 Personnel Offense Head Coach Sean McVay’s offense has long relied on 11 personnel (one running back, one tight end, three wide receivers) as its foundation.

Even though the offense utilized 13 personnel a lot in 2025, 11 personnel was the most common grouping. Currently, Adams and Nacua form one of the most formidable duos in the league. But defenses in today’s NFL are too sophisticated to be consistently beaten by just two receiving threats.

Opponents will scheme to double-team Adams, disrupt Nacua’s timing routes, and force the Rams to rely on their third option. If that player is not capable of winning one-on-one matchups or stretching the field, the entire offense can stagnate. From a statistical perspective this past season, Matthew Stafford was 52/87 (59.