The Los Angeles Rams' decision to forgo drafting a quarterback in the recent NFL Draft may haunt them in the coming years. As the team heads into the 2025 season with Matthew Stafford, Jimmy Garoppolo, and Stetson Bennett, the uncertainty surrounding Stafford's future looms large. Analyst Kristopher Knox points out that while the Rams had opportunities to select promising talent like Shedeur Sanders, they opted to prioritize other needs, potentially leaving them scrambling for a franchise quarterback later.

Knox suggests that the Rams could have easily moved down in the draft to secure Sanders or considered other quarterback options like Jaxson Dart. The lack of a clear succession plan for Stafford raises questions about the team's long-term strategy. Without an immediate plan in place, the Rams risk facing challenges down the road, particularly when Stafford decides to retire. With two first-round picks in 2026, the Rams have potential pathways to find their next star quarterback, but they might regret not investing in the position sooner.