Once the Los Angeles Rams traded Jalen Ramsey away to the Miami Dolphins this off-season, they signaled that they were looking to get younger across the depth chart. In the trade, LA acquired a third round pick AND third year player Hunter Long.
Hunter Long, a 2021 third round pick, was selected out of Boston College. In his three ACC years, he produced 89 receptions, 1,297 yards, and nine touchdowns. His college production was lukewarm at best and his profile does not suggest him being a balanced tight end.
The move has given the Rams three tight ends on their active roster with Tyler Higbee as the starter and Brycen Hopkins as the backup.