What have the Los Angeles Rams learned about what they plan to do at receiver to help Jared Goff during the NFL combine before free agency?

Rams GM Les Snead recently discussed his interest in improving the offense through free agency and the draft (via Orange County Register):

“We’re confident that we know the market and who, in that market, fits Sean the most. And from there we’ve got to wait and see what happens next week. But we’re confident we’re prepared to test that market, and that we’re prepared to test the market in the draft as well. We know we want to get better on offense.”

It’s clear that the Rams, a team that had among the lowest total receiving yards in the NFL last season, need to address the wideout position.

With Kenny Britt set to test the market in free agency, it’s highly unlikely that Los Angeles will bring him back for next season.

The #Rams WR depth chart is probably the saddest thing I've seen in football: pic.twitter.com/nbWpX7sK2q — Nick Mensio (@NickMensio) February 17, 2017

Meanwhile, Rams free agent wide receiver Brian Quick will also likely seek employment elsewhere.

As of now, the depth chart does not look impressive with enough weapons to aid Goff for 2017. So we looked at the best options available for the Rams.

Here are our top options to help at wide receiver for Los Angeles next season.

1.) Pierre Garcon, Free agent

Here’s what Sean McVay said about recruiting Garcon or DeSean Jackson from Washington (via ESPN):

“Any time that you’re around players in general, you’d like to think that a relationship is formed with any former player you’ve worked with. How that affects the way we move forward will be determined.”

Garcon, 30, says he hasn’t heard anything about staying with his old team. As such, he’s lobbied on social media for why he’s the best fit for a paycheck this offseason.

It’s worth mentioning that he is on the spendier side, however, with a projected market value of $8.7 million per season.

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2.) DeSean Jackson, Free agent

Like Garcon, he’s slightly more expensive but would bring explosive playmaking experience to the Rams next season.

Spotrac projects Jackson to have a market value of $7.6 million for next season, which is certainly cheaper than the $12.2 million it would take to sign Alshon Jeffery from the Chicago Bears.

DeSean Jackson would be perfect fit with #Rams. Knows McVay’s system and would add huge speed (best way to improve a whole WR corps) — Andy Benoit (@Andy_Benoit) February 27, 2017

3.) John Ross, University of Washington

You heard about John Ross because he had a record-breaking performance in the 40-yard dash.

The former Washington Huskies receiver also had one of the best broad jumps in the last fourteen years. He compares well to former Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Santonio Holmes, who was a late first-round pick.

5 of the best 11 broad jumps by wide receivers at the combine since 2003 occurred today pic.twitter.com/e3UlyV2jpu — NFL Research (@NFLResearch) March 4, 2017

His performance at the combine was remarkable. But since 2006, on average there are just three and four receivers selected in the first round of the NFL draft (via SB Nation).

If Ross, from Southern California, somehow slips to the second round then that would be a dream scenario for Los Angeles. The Pac-12 star receiver has already met with the Rams.

Utimately, however, he likely won’t be available when it comes time for the Rams to select in the second round.

4.) Corey Davis, Western Michigan

Mike Mayock from NFL.com thinks that Davis is the best receiver in the draft.

As such, there’s a good chance he’s not available when the Rams are on the clock in the second round. If he is, however, he would be a huge steal for Los Angeles.

Josh Norris echoes the sentiment, ranking him the No. 1 wideout in the NFL draft (via RotoWorld):

“A 6-foot-3 receiver who can dominate in the small game: creating separation, sustaining it and picking up yards after the catch. Has run practically every route from the outside and the slot, both sides of the field. Big frame allows him to naturally win contested in some opportunities. Aggressive for a receiver after the catch and on final contact.”

Much like Ross, if Davis is somehow available, it would be a dream come true for the Rams.

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5.) JuJu Smith-Schuster, USC

This seems to be the fan favorite idea for how to fix the wide receiver position.

The former standout USC receiver has already met with the team and worked out with Goff, who he calls an “outstanding” quarterback.

JuJu Smith-Schuster might be the perfect fit for the Ramshttps://t.co/J3vixlAjUE — Pro Football Focus (@PFF) March 5, 2017

In 2015, Smith-Schuster was the fourth-best wide receiver in college football according to Pro Football Focus.

That season, he had 3.09 yards per route run for USC against Power-5 teams. Josh Doctson, Will Fuller and Corey Coleman were the only players with better averages and they were all first-round picks in 2016.

Smith-Schuster said his meeting with the Rams was “great” when asked by ESPN.

6.) Cooper Kupp, Eastern Washington

The Eastern Washington wide receiver has the stamp of approval from former Rams receiver Torry Holt.

One problem with Kupp, however, is that he could project as a slot receiver. That is an issue because the Rams already have Austin in that role.

"He wins against man coverage. He wins against zone. He's special." #NFLCombine WR Cooper Kupp » https://t.co/z4vNxtHZFl pic.twitter.com/c1pYEfDuGD — Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) March 4, 2017

Steve Smith also said that Kupp is his favorite receiver in the NFL draft this season, which is undoubtedly high praise.

As Vinny Bonsignore noted, however, his failure to have a particularly impressive 40-yard dash in the NFL combine makes him even more available when the Rams select in the second round during the draft.

7.) Carlos Henderson, Louisiana Tech

Henderson would be a particularly good fit for Los Angeles because he is expected to be selected in the later rounds of the draft.

If the Rams can address other concerns like offensive line or safety with their second and third round picks, Walter Football projects Henderson could still be available in the fourth or fifth round.

However, this may no longer be true if he keeps receiving comparisons to stars like Odell Beckham, Jr. from the New York Giants.

La Tech's Carlos Henderson ran an unofficial 4.53 Over a 5-game stretch in 2016 (Weeks 6-10), he had 1,173 yards, 16 TDs, 39 MTs receiving. — PFF College Football (@PFF_College) March 4, 2017

8.) Chris Godwin, Penn State

Three Sigma Athlete uses an interesting metric to determine wide receiver projections in the upcoming draft: SPARQ score.

Of all the prospects we have listed, Godwin has the best mark at 89.5 percent. You can read more about how that was determined here.

He is remarkably athletic and has tremendously improved his draft stock during the combine.

Chris Godwin (6'1, 209 lbs) Rank among WRs …

40 – 5th

Bench – 2nd

Vertical – 9th

Broad – 11th

20-yard shuttle – 1st

60-yard shuttle – 6th — Jared Smola (@SmolaDS) March 4, 2017

9.) Josh Reynolds, Texas A&M

He would be a nice addition to the Rams because he is 6-foot-3 and averaged 17.0 yards per catch during three collegiate seasons. His size would be a very good way to

Reynolds is often complimented for his ability to create separation and downfield plays, which is something the Rams lack from their receivers.

For more on Reynolds, check his scouting report on Turf Show Times.

Josh Reynolds' Senior Bowl measurements:

HT: 6-2

WT: 187

Hands: 8 3/4 Josh Reynolds' Combine measurements:

HT: 6-3

WT: 194

Hands: 9 3/8 — Trevor Sikkema (@TampaBayTre) March 3, 2017

10.) Isaiah Ford, Virginia Tech

In the 7-round mock draft from Luke Easterling of the NFL Wire, the Rams selected Ford in the second round. Walter Football, however, thinks that he could be available in the third or fourth round.

Here’s what Easterling recently said about why he likes Ford to the Rams:

“Jared Goff needs a legitimate No. 1 target to grow with, and Ford is one of the most underrated pass-catchers in this class. He’s got a tall, lean frame with an excellent catch radius, and he’s faster than people think. He can make plays at all three levels, and he just turned 21.”

During the combine, Ford was particularly impressive in the broad jump but struggled during the 40-yard dash.

Related Rams should target wide receiver Isaiah Ford in 2nd round of NFL Draft

Honorable Mentions:

Chad Hansen (California)

Darreus Rogers (USC)

Trent Taylor (Lousiana Tech)

#Rams have also talked to WR's Darreus Rogers of USC & Trent Taylor of Louisiana Tech. (clearly doing their homework on a position of need) — Vincent Bonsignore (@DailyNewsVinny) March 3, 2017

Brandon Marshall (Free Agent)

Vincent Jackson (Free Agent)

Michael Floyd (Free Agent)

Gabe Marks (Washington State)

You can add Eastern Washington's Cooper Kupp, the 2015 FCS offensive MVP, to the list of receivers who have formally met with the Rams. — Jack Wang (@thejackwang) March 3, 2017