Rams lead NFL in offensive plays using three tight ends in 2025
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams utilized three-tight-end sets more than any team last season, recording an NFL-high 331 offensive plays. This strategy was marked by notable efficiency, averaging 8.4 yards per pass play with such personnel groupings, significantly above the league average of 6.3 yards. Coach Sean McVay's approach shifted from traditional formations to maximizing tight end versatility, as evidenced by standout seasons from Colby Parkinson, Tyler Higbee, and the emergence of rookie Max Klare. The Rams' tight end depth positions them well heading into the 2026 season, suggesting a continuation of this successful offensive strategy.
- •Rams logged 331 plays with three tight ends, more than any team.
- •Team averaged 8.4 yards per pass play with three tight ends.
- •Colby Parkinson had a career year with 408 yards and eight touchdowns.
- •Tyler Higbee returns on a two-year deal for further depth.
- •Rams project to maintain at least four capable tight ends.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — New stat shows just how dominant the Rams were in 3-TE sets
"The Rams didn't just use a lot of three tight end sets, they dominant when they played those personnel groupings.
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