Rams Part Ways With Tight End Nick Vannett

The Los Angeles Rams have released tight end Nick Vannett, continuing a pattern of offseason roster turnover that has seen the team shed five players in recent weeks. Vannett's departure marks another move in what has been an active period of roster management for Los Angeles. The Rams currently operate with $12.8 million in available salary cap space and are carrying 63 players on their roster, 10 above the NFL's 53-man limit. Recent weeks have also seen departures at linebacker (Nick Hampton, Troy Reeder), cornerback (Ahkello Witherspoon, Derion Kendrick) and long snapper (Jake McQuaide), suggesting the organization is actively streamlining its depth chart ahead of the regular season. Vannett, who has appeared in 93 NFL games across his career, provides value as a reliable pass-catching option at the tight end position. His release frees up additional roster flexibility for Los Angeles as the team continues evaluating its depth at multiple positions. The timing of these moves suggests the Rams are prioritizing salary cap efficiency while determining their final 53-man roster composition. With five departures over a short window and significant cap space available, the Rams appear to be in the early stages of roster construction rather than the final cuts phase. Vannett's exit opens the door for other tight end options on the depth chart or potentially on the open market. The team's current overage on the roster limit indicates additional moves are likely forthcoming as Los Angeles shapes its squad for the upcoming season.