2. Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon
Keeping the theme on the offensive line, Oregon tackle Josh Conerly Jr. is another choice the Rams can consider.
Conerly Jr. has great athleticism, quickness, and redirection ability. His light feet play a huge role in his movement skills but owns the power to keep pass rushers at bay. Dating back to high school, he won the Anthony Munoz Award (2021), which is given to the best lineman in high school football.
Over 1,881 career snaps in college, Conerly Jr. only gave up four QB hits and two sacks. His long arms allow him to quickly make contact with defenders, and once that happens, it is difficult for them to get away.
Oregon OT Josh Conerly Jr vs. Penn State ED Abdul Carter.
— Ryan Fowler (@_RyanFowler_) December 9, 2024
Conerly made himself some $ in the Big Ten title game. 📈 pic.twitter.com/HlXCKFhR5T
The Rams love athletic offensive linemen and Conerly Jr. fits the bill. Last offseason, Los Angeles signed guards Kevin Dotson and Jonah Jackson in free agency to solidify the trenches.
GM Les Snead and head coach Sean McVay aren't afraid to put resources into the offensive line. They know how important that position group is, which makes a guy like Conerly Jr. an ideal target.
He's technically sound and stacked up positive performances over the past two years. He'll get the chance to blow teams away in the draft process, and Los Angeles could be one of them.
We don't know if Matthew Stafford will return in 2025 but adding a force like Conerly Jr. could give him more confidence to return. Keeping your quarterback upright is key and Conerly Jr. is one of the best guys in this class who can do it.