Brandin Cooks
FILE - In this Aug. 25, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Tyrod Taylor throws the ball downfield against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Carson. Philip Rivers started 224 consecutive regular games for the Chargers before leaving to sign with Indianapolis as a free agent. The Chargers now will turn to veteran Tyrod Taylor or first-round rookie Justin Herbert to take over for the reliable Rivers. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo, File)
NFL teams seek to replace stars like Brady, Hopkins, Yanda

By Josh Dubow Jul. 22, 2020 12:58 PM EDT

Texans look to contend for title with new-look offense

By The Associated Press Jul. 20, 2020 02:29 PM EDT
HOUSTON TEXANS (11-7) CAMP SITE: Houston LAST YEAR: Won AFC South for second straight year and fourth time in five...

FILE - Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley (44) tackles Carolina Panthers wide receiver D.J. Moore (12) during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C. The division that led the AFC in sacks in 2019 might be even tougher to block next season. Every team in the AFC South made at least one major move along the defensive front between free agency and the draft. Tennessee signed 2016 NFL sack leader Beasley in free agency. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn, File)
AFC South adds pass-rushing skill to already-loaded division

By Mark Long Apr. 29, 2020 12:55 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) takes the field for warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Landover, Md. The San Francisco 49ers have acquired the seven-time Pro Bowl left tackle from the Redskins. Two people familiar with the deal said Saturday, April 25, 2020, the Niners will send a fifth-round pick in this year’s draft and a 2021 third-rounder to acquire Williams. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
Rams chasing 49ers, Seahawks, Cards in power-packed NFC West

By Josh Dubow Apr. 28, 2020 03:19 PM EDT

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Cam Akers, center, reacts as he's selected by the Los Angeles Rams during the second round of the NFL football draft, Friday, April 24, 2020. (NFL via AP)
Rams grab Cam Akers, Van Jefferson to replace Gurley, Cooks

By Greg Beacham Apr. 24, 2020 09:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff passes against the Arizona Cardinals during first half of an NFL football game in Los Angeles. Goff was disappointed to end his partnership with two good friends when the Los Angeles Rams released Todd Gurley and traded Brandin Cooks. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
Goff creates cap room for Rams to sign Floyd, Robinson

By Greg Beacham Apr. 24, 2020 04:20 PM EDT

FIL - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Houston Texans don't have a first-round pick in this year's draft after trading it to Miami last year as part of the deal for Laremy Tunsil and Kenny Stills. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Recent trades leave Texans without 1st-round pick this year

By Kristie Rieken Apr. 24, 2020 12:10 AM EDT

FLE - In this April 25, 2004, file photo, Arizona Cardinals owner Bill Bidwell, left, and coach Dennis Green, right, pose with first round NFL Draft pick wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald at a news conference in Tempe, Ariz. The Cardinals' franchise has been around for more than a century but current star receiver Larry Fitzgerald is arguably the most important player in franchise history. Fitzgerald has been a beloved piece of the Cardinals since he was drafted 3rd overall in 2004 and has been among the most productive receivers in NFL history with more than 17,000 career yards receiving. (AP Photo/Tom Hood, File)
'Larry Legend' tops Cardinals' first-round draft picks

By David Brandt Apr. 21, 2020 07:31 PM EDT

FIL - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Houston Texans don't have a first-round pick in this year's draft after trading it to Miami last year as part of the deal for Laremy Tunsil and Kenny Stills. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Houston's O'Brien prepares for 1st draft as general manager

By Kristie Rieken Apr. 16, 2020 04:00 PM EDT

LA Rams seek depth with no 1st-rd pick for 4th straight year

By Greg Beacham Apr. 16, 2020 01:21 PM EDT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams haven't made a first-round draft selection since picking quarterback Jared Goff back in 2016. They don't have a first...

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff passes against the Arizona Cardinals during first half of an NFL football game in Los Angeles. Goff was disappointed to end his partnership with two good friends when the Los Angeles Rams released Todd Gurley and traded Brandin Cooks. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)
QB Goff says Rams dropping Gurley, Cooks was 'super tough'

By Greg Beacham Apr. 15, 2020 06:50 PM EDT

Texans could address CB need with 40th pick in draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 15, 2020 11:06 AM EDT
40. HOUSTON (11-7) LAST SEASON: Won AFC South for second straight year and fourth time in five seasons behind strong play of quarterback...

Rams look to rebuild in another draft with no 1st-round pick

By The Associated Press Apr. 15, 2020 10:27 AM EDT
52. LOS ANGELES (9-7) LAST SEASON: Missed playoffs for first time under Sean McVay despite posting coach’s third straight winning record....

AP Source: LA Rams trade WR Brandin Cooks to Texans

By Greg Beacham Apr. 09, 2020 07:40 PM EDT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams are trading receiver Brandin Cooks to the Houston Texans, according to a person familiar with the deal. ...

Denver Broncos president of football operations and general manager John Elway speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Burrow shows Cincy some love, NFL teams drool over receivers

By Arnie Stapleton Feb. 25, 2020 03:52 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley II (30) runs for a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Rams GM Snead: Gurley 'wasn't' same back, but could be again

By Greg Beacham Dec. 31, 2019 06:46 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff passes against the Arizona Cardinals during first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Arizona Cardinals at Los Angeles Rams 12/29/2019

Dec. 29, 2019 04:47 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers can clinch top seed in NFC with win at Seattle

By Josh Dubow Dec. 23, 2019 05:47 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff, left, sits on the bench with teammates during the second half of the team's NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Defending NFC champions Rams eliminated from playoff race

By Josh Dubow Dec. 22, 2019 01:44 AM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo throws a pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
49ers win, grieve with Beathard: 'We got that one for C.J.'

By Josh Dubow Dec. 21, 2019 11:29 PM EST