Michael Brockers is out as the Rams’ starting defensive end after the team traded him to the Lions for a future seventh-round pick. His backup, Morgan Fox, is also gone; he signed with the Panthers as a free agent.
The Rams have a clear hole along the defensive line now, needing to add depth and talent next to Aaron Donald and Sebastian Joseph-Day. The draft is littered with talented defensive linemen, including Iowa’s Chauncey Golston. According to Justin Melo of The Draft Network, the Rams met virtually with Golston.
#Iowa DL Chauncey Golston is an impressive player. Versatile guy that can play both inside and outside. Took reps at DT at the @seniorbowl. 5.5 sacks in just 8 games in 2020.
He's met virtually with the #Saints, #Vikings, #Bengals, #Rams & #Giants to name a few.
— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) March 19, 2021
Some will view Golston as an edge rusher, but he has the ability to play outside linebacker and defensive end in the Rams’ scheme – similar to how Fox did. He’s 6-foot-4 and 268 pounds, which is almost the same size as Fox (6-foot-3, 276 pounds).
He would add some pass-rushing prowess to the Rams’ defensive line, complementing Leonard Floyd and Donald up front. As a Senior Bowl attendee, too, he checks that box for the Rams, giving them a chance to see him up close.
Golston should be a Day 3 target for the Rams.
