In a press conference on Friday, Rams coach Sean McVay didn’t mention a wide receiver besides Tavon Austin. What’s the plan for next season?

McVay was asked what Los Angeles needs to address in Los Angeles for the upcoming offseason. Here’s what he said in the press conference:

“I think any time that you look at the receiver position and really guys that handle ball in general, you can’t have enough playmakers – guys that make great things happen with the ball in their hands. And when you look at the receiver position, you look at some of the things that Tavon Austin does with the ball, both in the run-game and when he’s able to catch it as a receiver. He’s a guy that you want to move all over the formation. Just getting a chance to watch his touch tape, when he’s targeted in the pass-game last year.”

McVay said that he is encouraged for Austin to become a “true, complete” wideout in the NFL. But why did McVay only mention Austin?

It’s unclear. But he did add that he recognizes the importance of production through the air.

McVay stressed that throwing the football is a “big part” of what the Rams plan to do next year and beyond.

McVay, when asked about the WR’s, also said “you can’t have enough playmakers”. They’ll definitely be adding some new faces at WR. — Ryan Kartje (@Ryan_Kartje) February 10, 2017

From a talent evaluation perspective, the new staff has four new coaches (McVay, Greg Olson, Aaron Kromer and Matt LaFleur) who are capable offensive coordinators.

Eric Yarber, the new Los Angeles wide receiver coach, came over from UCLA to coach the wideouts under McVay. Here’s what Yarber said in his press conference:

“Watching footage on some of these guys, you have a wide variety of receivers. You’ve got guys that can play the slot, that can be option runners, you’ve got guys that can take the top off, you’ve got guys with size. I’m excited about working with this group and taking them to the next level.”

The new Rams receiver coach seems excited about his options next season, though he didn’t mention any of them by name. The player he included that can “play the slot” is likely Austin as well.

He has previously coached for the San Francisco 49ers (2003-04) and the Tampa Bay Buccanneers (2010-11).

Olson, the new Rams quarterback coach, was the offensive coordinator for Tampa Bay while Yarber was there, so there’s an established connection there.

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Yarber also coached Terrell Owens to 1,102 yards in the air with the 49ers in 2003, so he’s certainly able to coach an explosive wide receiver.

Kenny Britt, Brian Quick and Stedman Bailey (who played for the Rams last season) are all free agents in the upcoming offseason.

According to Spotrac, Britt has a market value of $6.7 million per season, while Quick is at $5.6 million.

Whether the Rams decide to target a free agent or a draft prospect wideout, it’s obvious that Los Angeles is certain to add another “playmaker” for Jared Goff to target next season and beyond.