The Los Angeles Rams have finalized a three-year contract with safety Kam Curl worth $36 million, a source confirmed to ESPN on Friday. This move strengthens the Rams’ secondary, following their recent high-profile trade for Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie.
Recent Moves to Bolster Rams’ Defensive Backfield
This signing marks the second important addition to the Rams’ defense this week. The team traded for Trent McDuffie, a 2023 All-Pro from the Chiefs, sending a 2026 first-round pick and other selections to Kansas City, according to sources speaking to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Kam Curl’s Rise and Performance with the Rams
Curl, who entered the NFL as a seventh-round draft pick in 2020 by the Washington Commanders, joined the Rams two seasons ago on a two-year, $8.75 million contract. Now 26, Curl had a standout 2025 season with personal bests of 122 total tackles and 79 solo tackles. He also recorded two interceptions during the regular season and added another in the playoffs, key to Los Angeles’ journey to the NFC Championship Game.
In a pivotal moment during the divisional round overtime against the Chicago Bears, Curl intercepted quarterback Caleb Williams deep in Rams territory, setting up a game-winning field goal on the next possession.
Curl’s Career Contributions and Impact
Across 93 regular-season games, Curl has accumulated five interceptions, eight sacks, four forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, and 28 passes defensed, demonstrating his versatility and impact in the secondary. His consistent performance has made him a valuable asset for Los Angeles moving forward.
Rams’ Strategic Moves Indicate Defensive Focus
The signing of Curl, alongside the acquisition of McDuffie, shows the Rams’ clear intent to reinforce their defensive backfield amid upcoming seasons. As free agency progresses, these decisions could be pivotal in shaping the team’s competitiveness in the NFC.
“It’s the second major move for the Rams secondary this week. Los Angeles agreed to a trade for Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie, a 2023 All-Pro, that involved giving up the No. 29 selection in the 2026 NFL draft among other picks.” ?Adam Schefter, Reporter
“In overtime of a tie game in the divisional round, Curl intercepted Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams in Rams territory. The Rams kicked a game-winning field goal on the next drive.” ?ESPN Report
“Curl, 26, set career highs in total (122) and solo tackles (79) during the 2025 season.” ?ESPN Staff
