Rams Waive Cornerback Kendrick, Clear Cap Space Amid Ramsey Trade Talks

The Los Angeles Rams have waived cornerback Derion Kendrick, freeing up $3.4 million in salary cap space and bringing their total available cap to approximately $22 million. Kendrick, a sixth-round pick in 2022, played 32 games with the Rams, including 18 starts, before missing the entire 2024 season due to a torn ACL sustained in training camp. His release appears linked to the Rams' rumored interest in acquiring Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey, suggesting the team is preparing for a potential trade while managing their defensive backfield roster. Despite positive remarks from head coach Sean McVay about the current secondary, the move indicates a strategic reshaping of the cornerback position, which has lacked consistent depth since McVay's tenure began. With Kendrick's departure, younger players like Cobie Durant, Darious Witherspoon, and Emmanuel Forbes are expected to compete for starting roles alongside others fighting for depth spots. The Rams also signed veteran offensive tackle D.J. Humphries, signaling ongoing roster adjustments ahead of minicamp.