How much would it cost Rams to keep OL together long-term?

CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 30: Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Warren McClendon (71), offensive guard Kevin Dotson (69), center Coleman Shelton (65), offensive guard Steve Avila (73) and offensive tackle Alaric Jackson (77) during an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Carolina Panthers on November 30, 2025 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N. C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Rams only drafted one offensive linemen in 2026, using a third round pick on Keagan Trost, a player who L.

A. might have liked because it’s not clear yet if he will be a better fit at tackle or guard. When you look at the upcoming free agents on the Rams offensive line — four of five starters — it’s clear to see why Sean McVay would want someone who gives him options after the season.

Because it will be very hard to fit all four outgoing free agents under the salary cap after 2026, no matter how much the Rams may want to. These are contract extension projections for all four of those players. RT Warren McClendon Contract projection: 3 years, $54 million ($18/year) You might think of McClendon as a “serviceable” right tackle, but isn’t that the same as former 49ers right tackle Mike McGlinchey?

The former top-10 pick usually graded out as “fine” with the Niners but then signed a four-year, $87. 5 million contract with the Broncos in free agency, an average of $17. 5 million per season.