Rams should prioritize extension for center Coleman Shelton amid market inflation

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Rams should prioritize extension for center Coleman Shelton amid market inflation
Summary

The Los Angeles Rams are urged to prioritize a contract extension for center Coleman Shelton as he enters the final year of his deal. Shelton has been a crucial part of the team’s offense, which ranks among the best in the league. With the center market inflating due to record contracts such as Tyler Linderbaum's, letting Shelton reach free agency could jeopardize his retention. The Rams face contract decisions for multiple players, emphasizing the need to secure their most reliable offensive contributors. In a related move, the Arizona Cardinals extended center Hjalte Froholdt's contract, further highlighting market shifts.

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  • Coleman Shelton's current contract is set to expire after this season.
  • Tyler Linderbaum signed a record $81 million deal with the Raiders.
  • Shelton is considered vital to the Rams' offensive success.
  • Other Rams players with expiring contracts include Steve Avila and Kevin Dotson.
  • The Cardinals recently extended center Hjalte Froholdt for two years.
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  • 8:33 PMYahoo SportsRams should prioritize Coleman Shelton's contract with center market inflating
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Coleman Shelton is in the final year of his contract, but the Rams should prioritize an extension soon.

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