When it comes to the Los Angeles Rams roster, a lot of it is set in stone. This is a roster that is set up to compete and they brought back much of the same team from last year. That leaves little opportunity for undrafted free agents and others to find a spot on the final 53-man roster. Before the Rams begin training camp and the position battles get underway, it’s important to understand how many roster spots are actually available. Let’s take a look at the locks, near locks, bubble players, and long shots this summer. Locks (31)Quarterback: Matthew Stafford, Ty SimpsonRunning Back: Kyren Williams, Blake CorumWide Receiver: Puka Nacua, Davante AdamsTight End: Colby Parkinson, Terrance Ferguson, Tyler Higbee, Max KlareOffensive Line: Alaric Jackson, Steve Avila, Coleman Shelton, Kevin Dotson, Warren McClendon, Keagen TrostLinebacker: Nate LandmanEDGE: Myles Garrett, Byron Young, Josaiah StewartCornerback: Trent McDuffie, Jaylen WatsonSafety: Quentin Lake, Kam Curl, Kam KinchensDefensive Line: Poona Ford, Tyler Davis, Kobie TurnerSpecialists: Harrison Mevis, Ethan Evans, Joe CardonaWhen the Rams release their initial 53-man roster, it would be a relative shock if one of these 31 players didn't make it. It can be argued that rookies such as Max Klare and Keagen Trost need to earn their spots. However, the Rams invested heavily in them during the draft. While the Rams had problems on special teams last year, they also didn’t bring in any competition. Near Locks (9)Quarterback: Stetson BennettWide Receiver: Jordan Whittington, Xavier SmithOffensive Line: Justin DedichTight End: Davis AllenLinebacker: Omar Speights, Grant StuardCornerback: Emmanuel ForbesDefensive Line: Braden FiskeThere’s not a lot separating these players from the actual locks. Most would be just as shocked if one of these nine players didn’t make the roster. Still, Xavier Smith has the muffed punt return from last year’s NFC Championship Game and is limited as a wide receiver. It’s possible Dedich could get pushed by an undrafted free agent. However, these players should be considered safe. In the Mix (9)Running Back: Ronnie Rivers, CJ DanielsOffensive Line: David QuessenberryLinebacker: Shaun DolacEDGE: Desjuan JohnsonCornerback: Josh WallaceSafety: Jaylen McColloughDefensive Line: Tim Keenan III, Ty HamiltonFor the most part, many of these players are likely safe. Given the uncertainty around Alaric Jackson, the Rams will keep an experienced tackle like Quessenberry. Dolac could get pushed by another undrafted free agent, but he’ll have an impact on special teams. This is a big offseason for Ty Hamilton as he’ll need to show some growth. On the Bubble (7)Running Back: Jarquez HunterWide Receiver: Konata Mumpfield, Brennan PresleyOffensive Line: Beaux LimmerSafety: Tanner Ingle, Nate ValcarcelDefensive Line: Larrell MurchisonThe Rams only having seven players on the bubble really shows the overall strength of this roster. An argument can be made that Hunter, Mumpfield, and Limmer should be in consideration for higher standing. However, it’s hard to know what the Rams have in Hunter and the team drafted CJ Daniels to compete with Mumpfield. Limmer is a center-only player and has struggled. Two players to watch during training camp will be Valcarcel and Presley. Presley impressed during the preseason last year and Valcarcel also had moments. They'll likely end up on the practice squad, but both could make some noise.Practice Squad Considerations (22)Wide Receiver: Tru Edwards, Mario Williams, Tyler ScottTight End: Mark Redman, Dan Villari, Rohan JonesOffensive Line: Dylan McMahon, Wyatt Bowles, Austin Blaske, AJ ArcuriLinebacker: Elias Neal, Kai Hill-GreenEDGE: Keir Thomas, Tomon Fox, Wesley BaileyCornerback: Cam Lampkin, Nyzeir Fourqurean, Alzillion Hamilton, Alex JohnsonSafety: Nick AndersonDefensive Line: Bill Norton, Payton ZdroikFor the players on this list, the best case scenario would be to find a place on the practice squad. There are a few who could push for a roster spot, but the practice squad is more likely. A place on the practice squad now could mean a roster spot in the future. Camp Bodies (5)Quarterback: Matthew CaldwellOffensive Line: Bryce HendersonEDGE: Eddie Walls, Darryl Peterson IIICornerback: Dre NorwoodDefensive Line: Jaxon MoiSome players will be in training camp simply to compete and put out tape for other teams. Caldwell will be a camp arm and potentially see some action in the final preseason game. The Rams have taken this approach in the past with Dresser Winn. The rest will have an opportunity to compete for a spot on the practice squad, but with the competition there, putting out good tape for another opportunity is their most likely path. Add us as a preferred source on GoogleFollow