Davante Adams is on the move in a recent NFL mock trade, heading to the Baltimore Ravens from the Los Angeles Rams.
What's Behind the Trade Talks?
The Rams' head coach Sean McVay has spoken to teams about a potential trade involving Adams, indicating these discussions have real legs.
The fact that McVay informed Adams about the talks suggests a serious consideration of a trade.
Fantasy Impact
Adams' fantasy value may not increase with this trade, given his great season with the Rams, where he caught 14 touchdowns.
However, he could see a boost in volume as the potential WR1 for Lamar Jackson.
Why the Trade Makes Sense for the Ravens
The Ravens are in win-now mode but have struggled to get over the hump, with Lamar Jackson never having a truly strong wide receiver room.
Adding Adams could help the Ravens make a Super Bowl run this season, given his reliable hands and impact in the red zone.
The Ravens have a tendency to acquire older wide receivers, which has worked out with players like Anquan Boldin and Steve Smith.
Why the Trade Makes Sense for the Rams
Trading a wide receiver entering a season in which he'll turn 34 years old doesn't need much explanation, especially if they have young receivers who can produce at a similar level.
The Rams may get value for Adams if they can, given he's in his final season with the team.
Adams caught 60 passes for 789 yards last season, his lowest totals since 2015.
He could see an increase in volume with the Ravens, potentially becoming a closer WR2 to Zay Flowers.
The Rams may not be heavily impacted by Adams' departure, with Puka Nacua already receiving the most volume in the league.
However, Adams' production will need to be replaced, potentially by breakout receivers like Jordan Whittington or Konata Mumpfield.
The Rams are expected to select USC wide receiver Makai Lemon in the 2026 NFL Draft, which could further shape their receiver depth chart.