Rams linebacker Nate Landman seeks return to early season form
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Nate Landman of the Los Angeles Rams aims to regain his strong play from the start of last season. After struggling during the latter half of the season, Landman recorded elite grades in his first 13 games but faltered, impacting both his performance and the team's defense. The Rams did not make changes to their linebacker group in the offseason, placing further importance on Landman's ability to perform. Decisions loom about who will play alongside him in base personnel, with Omar Speights and rookie Shaun Dolac emerging as possibilities.
- •Landman signed a three-year extension after a strong first half of the season.
- •He struggled in the last seven games, impacting his team's efficiency.
- •The Rams did not alter their linebacker corps during the offseason.
- •Omar Speights and rookie Shaun Dolac are candidates to play next to Landman.
- •Landman must improve his tackling and forced fumbles to aid the defense.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lingering questions: Can linebacker group return to early season form?
"Nate Landman started out 2025 hot before falling off. Can he get back on track?
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