The Los Angeles Rams may have landed a major draft gem, and an ESPN analyst is taking notice.
Despite having just one first-round pick in the last nine drafts, the Rams have consistently found success. Their secret? It’s not about where they pick, but how well they identify talent that fits their system. Rather than chasing the flashiest or most statistically impressive rookies, the Rams’ front office focuses on selecting players who align with the team’s needs and philosophy. This strategic approach to scouting has helped keep the Rams competitive and led them to two Super Bowl appearances in the past decade.
Since 2022, the Rams have averaged four starters from Day 2 and Day 3 picks in each of the past three drafts—a number that doesn’t even account for rotational players, undrafted free agents, or veteran acquisitions. This consistent ability to develop mid-to-late round talent allows the front office to maximize the value of rookie deals, freeing up resources to attract even more high-caliber talent.
Remarkably, none of these impact players were first-round picks, which highlights an impressive run of draft success.
An NFL analyst believes the Rams may have pulled off another late-round gem. With the 2025 NFL Draft now complete, fans finally get a chance to examine the team’s new additions—and that includes potential breakout players from the later rounds. While it’s not unusual to expect some Day 3 picks to make a difference, it’s rare to see one receive the kind of praise that rookie wide receiver Konata Mumpfield has garnered. ESPN’s Louis Riddick, a respected NFL draft analyst, didn’t just praise Mumpfield—he named him the Rams’ top rookie pick of 2025.
As Riddick explains his reasoning, he shares his fourth annual list of favorite non-first-round prospects from each team—highlighting Mumpfield as a standout to watch. Would you like a summary of what Riddick said about Mumpfield?