Three weeks ago, the Falcons traded their 2026 first-round pick to the Rams to select pass rusher James Pearce Jr. at 26th overall. Their upcoming matchup in Week 17 of 2025 could see the Rams, potentially clinching their division, have an incentive to win against the Falcons to boost Atlanta’s draft pick value, creating a unique situation where the Rams would benefit from winning to elevate the pick they already own. This game, being the latest possible encounter, emphasizes the strategic implications for both teams amidst their playoff standings.
