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With the second of their 2020 second-round NFL Draft, the Rams selected wide receiver Van Jefferson. The move came in conjunction with the assumption that Brandin Cooks would be moving on this offseason, and he did.
While the Rams have historically been extremely heavy in utilization of three-WR sets under head coach Sean McVay, they saw success in shifting toward a heavier 12-personnel grouping in the second half of 2019. That doesn't necessarily mean that the third WR in Los Angeles won't see some playing time, but it's also worth considering that Jefferson will have to battle with veteran out Josh Reynolds for whatever playing time the third WR does get. That doesn't sound difficult given Reynolds' lack of name value, but Reynolds has flashed production at times when he's been given an opportunity and he does know the offense, unlike Jefferson.
Jefferson is more of a dynasty selection than he is someone to look for production from as a rookie, but there is a world where he ends up being a starter across from Robert Woods as early as 2021. Cooper Kupp becomes an unrestricted free agent after this season and if the Rams do end up finding success with two-WR sets, he may end up being a player that the Rams opt to move on from. That could mean a great opportunity for Jefferson who is probably better suited to play outside and make blocks in the running game.
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 Cooper Kupp a gametime decision
Knee injury
By: Mike Krueger | Sat Jan 16, 7:01 am
| | Rams’ WR Cooper Kupp is considered a “true game-time decision” for today’s Divisional Playoff against the Packers due to the bursitis in his knee, per source. Rams do not expect to decide on his status until pre-game warmups. (Adam Schefter on Twitter)
FFToday's Take: Kupp is in danger of being on the inactive list today. If Kupp sits, Josh Reynolds and Van Jefferson would see an increase in opportunities although it's hard to get excited about anyone in this passing game given Goff's thumb injury and less than ideal weather expected in Green Bay.
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