The Los Angeles Rams top brass gave their first statements of the 2026 season
WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams held their first press conference since the end of the 2025, with head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead answering various questions from reporters.
dove into various decisions regarding his coaching staff. McVay felt he had multiple top candidates in-house for the offensive coordinator position, thus he handed out the co-offensive coordinator role to Nate Scheelhaase and Dave Ragone. Both men will share responsibilities. Scheelhaase will be offensive coordinator, Ragone is on the same level but will also continue with his role as quarterbacks coach, while Rob Calabrese's elevation is essentially into Scheelhaase's old pass game coordinator role. Eric Yarber will continue in his role as a wide receivers coach and his former student Robert Woods will start his career as Yarber's assistant. Jan 10, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay in the first half during the NFC Wild Card Round game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Kliff Kingsbury will oversee and collaborate with the offensive gameplan. He will also add his experience as a head coach to the group. McVay and Kingsbury are still working his role out, but he is essentially a true second-in-command coach. The Rams decided to part ways with Aubrey Pleasant as they felt it was in the best interest for both sides to move on. McVay stated he had several conversations with Pleasant before the decision was made.but the likely course for both parties is to go on a year-to-year basis. Stafford has one more year on his current deal. Jan 25, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford passes against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half in the 2026 NFC Championship Game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images | Kevin Ng-Imagn ImagesTyler Higbee has not made a decision on whether he'll play this season. The Rams would like to see him back in 2026. Jan 4, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee spikes the ball after scoring a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images The Rams will address free agency and the draft before attacking the extensions of players under contract., who's a pending free agent with alleged interest from the Arizona Cardinals. McVay stated he loved him and would love to have him back as a backup. However, McVay understands if Garoppolo decides to take a starting job. November 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo after the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images | Kyle Terada-Imagn Images When it comes to the secondary, the Rams are set to lose several defensive backs. The Rams are working through the issue. They are committed to finding answers but do not know what route they wish to go yet. Are open to re-signing players and adding new faces.Don't miss one major story related to your beloved Rams when you sign up for our 100% FREE newsletter that comes straight to your email with the latest news.Brock Vierra, a UNLV graduate, is the Los Angeles Rams Beat Writer On Sports Illustrated. He also works as a college football reporter for our On Sports Illustrated team.
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