Rams, Saints Boost Rosters with Draft Picks, UDFAs

Following the 2025 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Rams selected six players but did not address their secondary, a notable area of weakness, and subsequently signed 17 rookie free agents. Analysts suggest the addition of a free agent cornerback such as Asante Samuel Jr., who has a track record of strong performance when healthy, could significantly bolster the Rams' defensive backfield and overall depth. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints also focused on balancing their draft class, selecting both offensive and defensive players, and are actively signing undrafted free agents to enhance roster depth. Experts recommend the Saints target veteran wide receivers Keenan Allen or Amari Cooper and offensive lineman Brandon Scherff in free agency to address remaining roster gaps and support their young quarterbacks. These moves highlight both teams' ongoing efforts to strengthen their rosters through a combination of draft picks, rookie signings, and targeted free agency acquisitions.