Overview
- Barnwell’s proposal would send Trent McDuffie and a 2026 fifth‑round pick to the Rams for Los Angeles’ 2026 first‑rounder at No. 29 overall.
- The scenario remains media speculation with no indication of negotiations or agreement from either team.
- For Kansas City, the case centers on reluctance to pay top‑tier cornerback money, McDuffie’s exercised fifth‑year option at about $13.6 million in 2026, and the chance to add a third top‑40 pick, per Barnwell.
- For Los Angeles, the concept leverages multiple first‑round picks to address a pass defense that ranked 19th last season and to capitalize on Matthew Stafford’s current level of play.
- Coverage underscores McDuffie’s All‑Pro résumé and versatility in the slot and outside with strong coverage and tackling metrics, supporting the expectation he would command a premium contract.