Rams roster additions fuel league-wide comparisons to Los Angeles Dodgers
NFL News • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 11:37 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams have emerged as a polarizing force in the NFL following a series of aggressive off-season personnel moves. Safety Quentin Lake noted that other teams perceive the organization similarly to the Los Angeles Dodgers, citing the recent acquisition of Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns and the return of Aaron Donald from retirement. To secure Garrett, the Rams surrendered multiple draft picks, including a 2024 first-rounder and Defensive Rookie of the Year Jared Verse. While the team faces a projected salary cap deficit of $1.3 million, the front office appears committed to the current roster composition. Garrett is expected to participate in upcoming practices as he continues to recover from a minor knee injury. The Rams now prepare for the season with a bolstered defense that includes both the reigning Defensive Player of the Year and the veteran Donald.
- •Los Angeles acquired Myles Garrett in a trade with the Cleveland Browns.
- •Aaron Donald returned to the Rams roster after two years of retirement.
- •Jared Verse and multiple future draft picks were sent to Cleveland in the Garrett trade.
- •The Rams are projected to be $1.3 million over the salary cap as of September 9.
- •Sean McVay confirmed Myles Garrett is scheduled to practice.
- 3:16 PMNFL News — Rams leaning into villain role ahead of 2026 season: 'These other teams probably hate us' - NFL.com
- 11:37 PMYahoo Sports — Rams star says NFL teams ‘hate us’ after Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald additions spark ‘new Dodgers’ comparison
"There's good reason for others to dislike the Rams in 2026. They feature the reigning NFL MVP, completed a blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett, and topped their sundae by welcoming back Aaron Donald.
"The Rams know exactly how the rest of the NFL feels about them. They are being called the new Dodgers, and they are fine with it.
Sources
External links- NFL NewsSep 7, 2026, 3:16 PMRams leaning into villain role ahead of 2026 season: 'These other teams probably hate us' - NFL.com
There's good reason for others to dislike the Rams in 2026. They feature the reigning NFL MVP, completed a blockbuster trade for Myles Garrett, and topped their sundae by welcoming back Aaron Donald.
- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 11:37 PMRams star says NFL teams ‘hate us’ after Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald additions spark ‘new Dodgers’ comparison
The Rams know exactly how the rest of the NFL feels about them. They are being called the new Dodgers, and they are fine with it.
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