Dedich has appeared in 31 games over the past two seasons, serving as a backup and fill-in guard behind Kevin Dotson and Steve Avila, who are in the final year of their contracts.
Smith started 3 of 16 games in 2025, posting 18 receptions for 303 yards and contributing on special teams as a returner; he sits at 20 receptions for 309 yards in his Rams career.
The Rams also tendered exclusive rights offers to kicker Harrison Mevis, who joined mid-season to replace Joshua Karty; Mevis’ tender status remained unresolved at the time of the report.
Smith’s production on offense and special teams helped limit Tutu Atwell’s return from injured reserve, though Atwell eventually left for the Miami Dolphins in free agency this offseason.
Looking ahead, both Dedich and Smith face a similar path next year, as their one-year deals would transition them to restricted free agents if they accumulate enough seasons.
With the 2026 draft on the horizon, the Rams aim to maintain depth and versatility at guard and wide receiver while navigating the evolving free-agent landscape.
