Rams Make Attention-Grabbing Move on Sun Devils’ Jordyn Tyson

The Los Angeles Rams added fuel to the speculation that has shown up in various mock drafts this offseason, specifically regarding wide receiver Jordyn Tyson.

Tyson has been one of the more polarizing prospects in the 2026 class during the pre-draft process. There has been a noted shift in the tone of the commentary about him with the draft just days away.

The Rams appear to have taken notice.

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Rams Join NFL Swarm to Jordyn Tyson Workout

“Rams On SI can confirm that the Rams were one of the teams in attendance for Tyson’s workout,” Rams ON SI’s Blaine Grisak wrote on April 17, following up on his own intrigue regarding the matter.

“Per a source at the Jordyn Tyson workout, the wide receiver prospect ran around ‘20-25’ routes and had just one drop on a dig route.”

Tyson put on a show for those in attendance.

“Per a source at Jordan Tyson’s workout: ‘He showed the twitch, explosiveness and leaping ability we all saw in the fall,’” ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported on X on April 17. “He showed he’s healthy and still explosive, which is all he needed to do.”

Grisak noted the Rams faced a “unique opportunity,” with the 13th overall pick their highest since they selected Jared Goff first overall in 2016.

“Drafting Tyson would give them the type of impact player that they need in a Super Bowl season,’ Grisak wrote. “He’s the type of receiver that elevates the offense immediately while also bridging the offense into the post-[Davante] Adams era. His rise could still work in their favor by pushing other targets down the board, but either way, how teams view Tyson could shape the Rams’ draft.”

Tyson would also offer a co-star and insurance for Puka Nacua.

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Jordyn Tyson Comes With ‘Concerning’ Injury History

Tyson finished his collegiate career with 2,282 yards and 22 touchdowns on 158 receptions, and he profiles as a strong fit in the Rams’ aerial attack. However, he also never logged a full season in four seasons.

The Athletic’s Dan Brugler ranked Tyson as WR4 in the class, giving the 6-foot-2 wideout a first or second-round grade.

“Tyson’s injury history is concerning, but on the field, he is a sleek, twitched-up athlete who can create his own separation and win outside his frame at the catch point,” Brugler wrote in his “The Beast” draft guide. “He projects as an NFL starter (inside or outside), with a skill set that reminds me of Stefon Diggs.”

NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein compared Tyson to Terry McLaurin of the Washington Commanders.

“Learning from Super Bowl XL MVP Hines Ward helped unlock Tyson’s production and elevated his draft stock. He’s added size and improved his route running over the last two years, showing he can align at all three receiver spots. He occasionally rushes the route but has the short-area quickness and contested-catch toughness to find chain-moving grabs in high-leverage moments. He’s not a blazer but has enough speed to work down the field,” Zierlein wrote.

“He has the ball skills and body control to win above the rim with timing on 50/50 throws. Scouts say he puts in the time to absorb knowledge and hone his craft. A history of injuries might explain inconsistent competitiveness as a run blocker in 2025. The wiring, versatility and finishing talent point to a WR1 ceiling.”

Tyson’s toughness came into question before his workout for teams, but the notion that he lacked it had drawn strong pushback throughout. The question remains whether the Rams are willing to position themselves to draft Tyson.

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