LAR CJ Daniels
NFL player. Position: WR. Team: LAR.
Quick Facts
- Position: WR
- Team: LAR (Los Angeles Rams)
- Height/Weight: 6'2", 202 lbs
- College: Miami (transferred from LSU, originally Liberty)
- Draft: 2026 Round 6, 197th overall (Rams)
- Age: 24 (experienced prospect)
2026 Outlook
Sixth-round draft pick (197th overall) acquired by Rams as a deep-threat weapon for Matthew Stafford. At Miami, Daniels was Carson Beck's favorite end-zone target after Malachi Toney, catching 7 TDs on 50 receptions (557 yards). Projected as a Day 3 or undrafted free agent by most, but Rams invested late capital on his red-zone potential and contested-catch ability.
Unlike some previous Rams receiver experiments (Van Jefferson, Tutu Atwell), Daniels has measurable NFL-ready traits: good size (6'2", 202 lbs), experience (66 games over six seasons across Liberty, LSU, and Miami), and advanced age (24) compared to typical Day 3 picks. His college path—1,000-yard season at Liberty with 18.5 yards-per-catch average—suggests trajectory better than typical Day 3 receiver development arc.
Competing against Day 3 depth pieces (Konata Mumpfield, Xavier Smith, Jordan Whittington) in Rams receiver room. Should have a clearer path to snaps than predecessors. Could outperform Whittington's rookie total (293 receiving yards) if he gains early trust with Stafford. Realistic 2026 role: deep-shot specialist with 20-40 targets, potential 200-300 yard season if conditions align, unlikely to be consistent fantasy producer in year 1.
Role / Depth Chart
Depth receiver; competing for backup/third-receiver snaps. Red-zone specialist candidate if route tree expands.
Injury Status
Healthy.
Recent News
- 2026-04-25 — Rams dangle rookie deep threat to keep Matthew Stafford content in 2026 (Rams dangle rookie deep threat to keep Matthew Stafford content in 2026)
Open Questions
- Will Daniels' experience advantage translate to early-season opportunities, or will he require extended time to develop like most Day 3 picks?
- Can he establish red-zone chemistry with Stafford, or will his role remain strictly outside-the-20 deep shots?