Sean McVay
The Los Angeles Rams general manager, Les Snead and head coach, Sean McVay are known for their success in late-round draft finds. McVay and Snead lead an approach that focuses on building depth and foundation for the future.
Following the trade for cornerback Trent McDuffie via the Kansas City Chiefs, the Rams have traded away nine of their last ten first round draft picks.
This strategy has been nothing but successful for the Rams. They have found hidden gems such as their RB1, Kyren Williams and superstar wide receiver, Puka Nacua.
It looks as if the Rams are en route to take that approach again with Texas TechRaiders wide receiver, Caleb Douglas. KPCR2 NFL reporter Aaron Wilson shares that the 6-foot-3 senior has a scheduled meeting and workout with the Los Angeles Rams.
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Former Texas Tech Raider Caleb Douglas Ranked No. 156 Prospect
Caleb Douglas racked up 135 receptions, 2,031 receiving yards, and 16 touchdowns in his four-year college career. He spent his first two seasons with the Florida Gators, before transferring to Texas Tech in 2024.
Douglas made a trip to the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, participating in the 40-yard dash, vertical jump, and broad jump. He ran a 4.39-second 40-yard dash, ranking just outside the top 10 of wide receivers.
NFL.com writer and analyst, Lance Zierlein describes Douglas as, “A long, slender outside target with good production but even tape.”
“He has enticing moments, showcasing his catch radius/ball skills on fades and deep throws. Douglas’ focus drops and an inability to win contested catches at a high enough rate can’t be overlooked, though,” Zierlein stated in Douglas’ scouting profile. “He shows quick acceleration for a tall receiver, but his top-end speed is relatively non-threatening to defenses.”
If Douglas were to join the Rams next season, the 6-foot-3 Raider would be the tallest on the team, adding a new element to the wide receiver room.
According to Zierlein, Douglas’ 79-inch wingspan allows him to pluck and hide the ball from defenders, as well as use his catch radius to reel in wide or high throws.
Pro Football Focus ranks Douglas as their no. 156 prospect on their 2026 NFL Draft Big Board.
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Los Angeles Rams Set to Shift Drat Plans Emphasizing Special Teams Help
NFL insider, The Athletic’s Nate Atkins reported that Snead and McVay will look at special teams players on the final day of the draft.
“Expect special teams to be a real focus on Day 3 of the draft,” Atkins wrote, “from return men to protectors to coverage players.”
The Rams had special teams struggles all season long, including a muffed punt in the NFC Championship game against the Seattle Seahawks.
Lance Zierlein lists Caleb Douglas as an average backup or special-teamer on the wide receiver’s prospect grade of 5.95.
The Rams have lots of late-round picks, a sixth-round pick and three seventh-round picks. Under the development of Sean McVay, Douglas would make for a brilliant addition to the wide receiver room and special teams unit.