The Los Angeles Rams have numerous players whose contracts are up, and now they are left with a lot of decision to make. Currently, it looks like they will not use their franchise tag on any player, but things could change this offseason.

Cornerback Lamarcus Joyner, defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh, linebacker Dante Fowler, and offensive lineman Roger Saffold are key players who are seeking a contract ahead of the 2019 season. Joyner and Fowler are key players on defense, but the way Suh opened things up for defensive tackle Aaron Donald is significant as well. In addition, Saffold is a key player on the offensive line and has helped turn the line into a well-oiled machine.

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The Rams will likely sign someone out of these key players, but if they play the free agent market like they did last season, there could be further success. The organization so far called it right with cornerback Trumaine Johnson after he demanded a nice chunk of change. The Rams let him walk, and he had his most disappointing of his career after playing with the Jets in 2018.

Perhaps the player that provided the biggest difference was Suh considering Donald's success, but Suh didn't have much success of his own after a very slow start. Saffold is another player the Rams might be able to keep considering they could likely retain him without breaking the bank. The organization has voiced their interest in retaining Fowler, but he may desire a hefty payday. Joyner has been with the team since entering the league, but the Rams used their franchise tag on him last season, and he likely wants a long term contract.