Los Angeles Rams: 5 burning questions in 2018

4. Will Brandin Cooks find a home?

Explosive wide receivers who have posted three 1,000 yard seasons in their first four years in the NFL typically are highly-valued commodities. Curiously, Brandin Cooks already finds himself with his third different team in five seasons.

It’s unclear exactly why both the Saints and Patriots have deemed Cooks to be expendable. He may not be a classic number one receiver, but that hasn’t hindered his productivity. Slot receivers who average over 16 yards per catch have a place in any offense.

The Rams certainly have high expectations for Cooks. They took the risk to bring him in with just one year left on his rookie contract because they think he can put their offense over the top. Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods are both solid receivers, but they don’t strike fear in opposing defensive backs. The Rams hope Cooks can give their attack that extra dimension.

If Cooks can successfully integrate himself into the Rams’ offense then he’s going to be in line for a massive payday this summer. If he struggles, lots of front office executives are going to be wary to commit any type of long-term money to a receiver who can’t seem to find a home. It’s a big season for Cooks’ career. How he plays in 2018 will go a long way towards determining whether or not he turns into a Pro Bowl receiver or a journeyman.