The Los Angeles Rams were busy with the Friday afternoon news dump, as word got out that they have released defensive end Chris Long, linebacker James Laurinaitis, and tight end Jared Cook. The moves clear $23 million in cap space for a team that is continuing to get younger on defense.
Naturally, people are wondering whether the 49ers should take a look at either of the two defensive players. Laurinaitis played middle linebacker, while Long was a pass rushing defensive end. Both could likely be had for a fairly decent price, and would provide veteran leadership to a defense that has had to get younger at a lot of positions due to roster turnover.