The Los Angeles Rams are positioned with the second-oldest roster in the National Football League as they head into the 2026-27 season. An analysis by Bookies.com places the Rams' average player age at 27 years and 214 days, surpassed only by the Atlanta Falcons, whose average age is 27 years and 220 days.
The Pittsburgh Steelers rank third, with an average age of 27 years and 208 days. The return of 35-year-old Aaron Rodgers to the Steelers was a factor in their ranking. The Falcons' addition of 41-year-old kicker Nick Folk contributed to their status as the league's oldest team.
This veteran focus for the Rams is a deliberate strategy, aimed at competing for a Super Bowl immediately. While younger players can offer increased mobility, the team prioritizes the experience and proven ability of seasoned athletes, especially as the season progresses into the high-stakes playoff games.
In comparison, the NFL league-wide average roster age is 26 years and 303 days. The Rams' average age is nearly nine months above this league norm, and 10 NFL teams in total have an average age exceeding 27 years.
Historically, teams with older rosters have found Super Bowl success. The 2020 Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who won the Super Bowl with an average roster age of approximately 27 years and 153 days, featured veteran stars like Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski. The Rams are aiming for a similar outcome in the 2026 season, with the potential to win a championship in their home stadium.