ESPN ranks Rams' starting lineup as the best in NFL for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 2:09 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
In evaluations by ESPN analysts, the Los Angeles Rams have been ranked with the best overall starting lineup in the NFL for the upcoming 2026 season. The Rams, known for their star-studded roster during their 2021 Super Bowl win, have made significant acquisitions, including Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson, complementing established players like Matthew Stafford and Davante Adams. Analysts highlighted Stafford's MVP performance and noted potential health concerns for both him and Adams as factors crucial to the team's success. ESPN analysts placed the Eagles and Seahawks second and third, respectively, in their rankings for the season.
- •Rams acquired players Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson.
- •Matthew Stafford coming off an MVP season, but health is a concern.
- •Davante Adams, at age 33, has depth issues behind him.
- •ESPN analysts ranked Eagles second and Seahawks third in the league.
- 2:09 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN analysts rank Rams' starting lineup as best in NFL for 2026
"ESPN analysts ranked every team's projected starting lineup and no one looks better on paper than the Los Angeles Rams.
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