The Los Angeles Rams have emerged from training camp with a good handle on the core players who will comprise the majority of starting and rotational roles through the grueling 17-game season. And fans know this because the team does not play those starters or backups in preseason. But some players need preseason work to earn their spot on the roster.
And the job's not done yet.
Earning a roster spot is one of the most difficult tasks for a young NFL player to accomplish. By the very nature of their unfamiliarity with the team, coaches and players, they get the least number of reps, are tasked with competing every practice for a chance to be noticed by a coach, and are doing so while still trying to acclimate to professional football.