Rams defense 2026: three new players cost $88 million annually

After fielding the league's cheapest defense in 2025, the Los Angeles Rams are revamping their secondary for 2026. Three new defensive players will join the roster under contracts that total $88 million per year.

The investment raises the unit’s talent level but also significantly shifts the team’s salary cap allocation. How the newcomers perform will be crucial to the Rams' aspirations for the upcoming season.