Overview
- Lake’s extension is reported at up to $42 million with about $25.7 million guaranteed, per Jeremy Fowler and Mike Garafolo.
- The Rams designated him to return from injured reserve, opening his 21-day practice window following elbow surgery.
- Sean McVay said Lake is unlikely to play in Week 18 against the Cardinals but is expected to be available for the postseason.
- The 2022 sixth-round pick from UCLA is a two-time captain who plays nickel, safety and box roles and calls the defense.
- He is the first Rams defensive draft pick to receive a rookie-contract extension since Aaron Donald, marking a notable organizational precedent.