Rams News: Blake Corum Could Challenge Kyren Williams for LA's RB1 Spot

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Blake Corum is making waves at the Los Angeles Rams' OTAs, and the rookie running back could soon challenge for the top spot on the depth chart. Drafted in the third round, Corum has shown promise during drills at California Lutheran University, raising questions about his potential impact this season.

Kyren Williams, the Rams' All-Pro running back, is currently the lead back. However, his injury history, including an ankle injury that sidelined him for four games last season and a left-hand injury that required surgery, leaves room for Corum to step up. The Rams drafted Corum as a contingency plan, and he appears ready to seize any opportunity that comes his way.

"Rookie Blake Corum impressed during an expanded opportunity because of Williams' absence but the Rams are counting on Williams to repeat or surpass his 2023 performance, when he rushed for 1,144 yards and scored 15 touchdowns," Gary Klein wrote in The Los Angeles Times.

Corum's college performance in a high-powered offense suggests he can adapt well to head coach Sean McVay's system. If Williams remains healthy, the duo could form a formidable one-two punch. But if injuries strike again, Corum might find himself in the spotlight sooner than expected.

As training camp approaches, all eyes will be on Corum to see if he can continue his impressive run and potentially become the Rams' RB1 by the end of the season.