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NFL Free Agency 2019: 3 targets for each team

By William Schneiderhan

PITTSBURGH, PA - DECEMBER 10: Pittsburgh Steelers Running Back Le'Veon Bell (26) looks on during the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 10, 2017 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pa. (Photo by Mark Alberti/ Icon Sportswire)
PITTSBURGH, PA - DECEMBER 10: Pittsburgh Steelers Running Back Le'Veon Bell (26) looks on during the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 10, 2017 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pa. (Photo by Mark Alberti/ Icon Sportswire) /
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ATLANTA, GA – FEBRUARY 03: Head Coach Sean McVay of the Los Angeles Rams speaks to Jared Goff #16 of the Los Angeles Rams during Super Bowl LIII against the New England Patriots at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on February 3, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA – FEBRUARY 03: Head Coach Sean McVay of the Los Angeles Rams speaks to Jared Goff #16 of the Los Angeles Rams during Super Bowl LIII against the New England Patriots at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on February 3, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

Los Angeles Rams

Even with the Super Bowl loss, 2018 was a big year for the Los Angeles Rams. Head coach Sean McVay showed off his dynamic offense, while Jared Goff took a big step in his progression. However, key starters on defense will need to be replaced.

Shane Ray, EDGE

Dante Fowler Jr. came over from the Jacksonville Jaguars during the season. He played well, but he is set to become a free agent, and he may be priced too high for the Rams.

Rather than take a chance on a veteran, aging player like Clay Matthews or Terrell Suggs, the Rams should sign Ray to a prove-it deal. The 25-year old played in 11 games last season but only had one sack.

Ray still holds value at a young age, and he could just need a change of scenery. Wade Phillips may be able to tap into Ray’s full potential.

Tre Boston, S

In 2018, Lamarcus Joyner played under the franchise tag after a breakout 2017 season. However, Joyner slightly underwhelmed this past campaign and he’s likely too pricey for the Rams.

Boston plays a different brand of safety compared to Joyner. He is a physical, play-making safety who has 11 career interceptions in 72 games. At age 26, He can still grow a little bit more as a player.

After three teams in five seasons, Boston can find a short-term home as a safety for the Rams.

Danny Shelton, NT

As is the case with Fowler and Joyner, the Rams may also let Ndamukong Suh walk in free agency. Suh formed a dynamic pass rush duo with Aaron Donald, but it’s doubtful the team can match what other’s may shell out for the defensive tackle.

Shelton would slot into the noise tackle position with ease. Suh is more of an interior pass rusher, where Shelton is a run-stuffing tackle.

With Donald, Michael Brockers and Samson Ebukam putting pressure on the quarterback, Shelton can be cycled in and out to stop the run and create havoc up the middle.

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