Trending Now - Rams Choose WR CJ Daniels in 2026 NFL Draft's Late Rounds

WHO:

therams.com - CJ Daniels played four seasons at Liberty, transferred to LSU for one year, and then suited up for Miami.

therams.com - CJ Daniels is 24 years old and stands at 6-foot-2, 202 pounds.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels is 6-foot-5 and weighs 242 pounds.

therams.com - The Los Angeles Rams selected wide receiver CJ Daniels.

atlantafalcons.com - The Atlanta Falcons selected linebacker Kendal Daniels.

WHAT:

atlantafalcons.com - The Atlanta Falcons selected linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. with the 215th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, marking their second linebacker selection on Day 3.

atlantafalcons.com - Perkins recorded 56 total tackles (8 for a loss), 4 sacks, and 3 interceptions in the 2025 season.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels recorded 293 tackles, 31.5 tackles for a loss, 16 pass defenses, 7.5 sacks, and five interceptions during his collegiate career.

atlantafalcons.com - The Atlanta Falcons selected linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. with the 215th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

atlantafalcons.com - Perkins recorded 17 sacks in four seasons at LSU and had 220 tackles, 35.5 tackles for a loss, 10 pass defenses, and five interceptions during his college career.

atlantafalcons.com - Perkins started 11 out of 12 games played in 2025, recording 56 total tackles (8 for a loss) and 4 sacks.

atlantafalcons.com - The Atlanta Falcons selected linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. with the 215th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

atlantafalcons.com - Harold Perkins Jr. recorded 17 sacks in four seasons at LSU and had 220 tackles, 35.5 tackles for a loss, 10 pass defenses, and five interceptions during his college career.

atlantafalcons.com - Perkins started 11 out of 12 games played in 2025, recording 56 total tackles (8 for a loss) and 4 sacks.

Draft Sharks - CJ Daniels is already 24 after spending six years in college.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels is an athletic linebacker who ranks in the 97th percentile for height among linebackers who have ever been measured at the NFL Combine.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels recorded 53 total tackles in 2025, with nine tackles for a loss.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels played a hybrid linebacker-safety-rusher role with the Sooners in 2025.

therams.com - CJ Daniels helped Miami reach the national championship game.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels was the first trade of the draft for Atlanta, bringing the team's total number of draft picks to six.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels was honored as a Freshman All-American in 2022 and was named Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year in the same year.

therams.com - In 2023, CJ Daniels was a Second-Team All-Conference USA selection who led Liberty in receptions (55), receiving yards (1,067), and receiving touchdowns (10).

atlantafalcons.com - In 2025, Kendal Daniels recorded 53 total tackles (nine for a loss) and had 7.5 career sacks (5.5 coming in 2024).

therams.com - CJ Daniels was selected with the 197th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

therams.com - Daniels caught 50 passes for 557 yards and seven touchdowns in 13 games (12 starts) for the Miami Hurricanes last season.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels was selected with the 134th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels recorded 293 tackles, 31.5 tackles for a loss, 16 pass defenses, 7.5 sacks, and five interceptions during his collegiate career.

WHERE:

therams.com - The selection took place in Inglewood, California.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels played at the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University.

WHEN:

therams.com - CJ Daniels played in the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal game on January 8, 2026.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels played for Oklahoma State from 2021-2024 and transferred to Oklahoma for the 2025 season.

WHY:

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons traded back in the fourth round, sending the 122nd pick to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for pick 134 and pick 208.

therams.com - The Rams traded picks 207, 251, and 252 to the Eagles to move up and select CJ Daniels in the sixth round.

HOW:

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels played a hybrid linebacker-safety-rusher role with the Sooners in 2025, showcasing versatility in his position.

atlantafalcons.com - Perkins was used in a variety of ways at LSU, showcasing versatility in his position.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels has played for four different defensive coordinators throughout his college years.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels played a hybrid linebacker-safety-rusher role with the Sooners in 2025.

atlantafalcons.com - Kendal Daniels played safety for his first three seasons at Oklahoma State before transitioning to linebacker.

(UPDATED April 26, 2026 21:06 UTC)

The Atlanta Falcons have selected linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. with the 215th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, marking their second linebacker choice on Day 3. Last season, Perkins made a significant impact with 56 total tackles, including eight for a loss, four sacks, and three interceptions. Additionally, Kendal Daniels, who played a versatile hybrid linebacker-safety-rusher role with the Sooners, recorded impressive stats throughout his collegiate career, totaling 293 tackles, 31.5 tackles for a loss, 16 pass defenses, 7.5 sacks, and five interceptions.

(UPDATED April 26, 2026 17:09 UTC)

The Atlanta Falcons have selected linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. with the 215th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. During his college career at LSU, Perkins recorded an impressive 17 sacks, 220 tackles, and five interceptions, demonstrating his versatility by starting 11 out of 12 games in 2025 with 56 total tackles and four sacks. His ability to perform in various roles on the field has made him a standout player, and the Falcons are excited to bring his talents to their roster.

(UPDATED April 26, 2026 11:09 UTC)

The Atlanta Falcons have selected linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. with the 215th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. During his impressive college career at LSU, Perkins recorded 17 sacks, 220 tackles, and showcased his versatility by starting 11 out of 12 games in 2025, where he made 56 total tackles and 4 sacks. His performance also included 35.5 tackles for a loss, 10 pass defenses, and five interceptions, highlighting his all-around skills on the field.

(UPDATED April 26, 2026 09:15 UTC)

Kendal Daniels, an athletic linebacker who ranks in the 97th percentile for height among all linebackers measured at the NFL Combine, has made a name for himself with impressive stats, including 53 total tackles and nine tackles for a loss in 2025. He played a versatile hybrid role as a linebacker, safety, and rusher with the Sooners, showcasing his adaptability on the field. Throughout his college career, Daniels has navigated the challenges of playing under four different defensive coordinators, further honing his skills.

(UPDATED April 26, 2026 05:47 UTC)

CJ Daniels, who played four seasons at Liberty before transferring to LSU for a year and then joining Miami, played a key role in helping Miami reach the national championship game. In a notable move, the Atlanta Falcons made Kendal Daniels their first trade of the draft, increasing their total number of draft picks to six, while he was recognized as a Freshman All-American and named Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year in 2022. Last season, Kendal showcased his versatility with the Sooners, playing a hybrid linebacker-safety-rusher role.

(UPDATED April 26, 2026 04:05 UTC)

In a notable move, the Atlanta Falcons traded back in the fourth round, sending the 122nd pick to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for picks 134 and 208. CJ Daniels, a standout wide receiver from Liberty, was a Second-Team All-Conference USA selection in 2023, leading his team with 55 receptions, 1,067 receiving yards, and 10 touchdowns, while Kendal Daniels, a defensive player, recorded 53 total tackles and 7.5 career sacks in 2025. CJ stands at 6-foot-2 and weighs 202 pounds, while Kendal is taller at 6-foot-5 and weighs 242 pounds.

(UPDATED April 25, 2026 23:07 UTC)

In a significant move during the 2026 NFL Draft, the Los Angeles Rams selected wide receiver CJ Daniels with the 197th overall pick, after trading up with the Eagles. Daniels had an impressive collegiate season at the Miami Hurricanes, catching 50 passes for 557 yards and seven touchdowns, while the Atlanta Falcons picked linebacker Kendal Daniels with the 134th overall pick, who recorded 293 tackles and five interceptions during his time at Oklahoma and Oklahoma State. Both selections took place in Inglewood, California, marking a pivotal moment for these teams as they bolster their rosters with promising talent.