Blake Corum

Career StatsB-

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	YPC
Career		34	953	6	4.7
2025		17	746	6	5.1
2024		17	207	0	3.6

Updated Jun 22, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Blake Corum's Contract Value Index lands at B-, putting the deal in a defined slice of comparable signings. At $1.44M AAV on a four-year rookie scale contract, Corum is operating well below market for featured backs, which makes straightforward sense given his second-year status and the modest expectations attached to a third-round pick. His 2025 season production—36 receiving yards across 17 games—tells the story of a depth piece rather than a rotational threat, and the D performance grade reflects an on-field case that hasn't justified elevated volume or opportunity. For a 25-year-old back in only his second year, the cheap rookie deal structure shields the Rams from any real salary risk while keeping flexibility intact should he prove out a bigger role down the line. However, the media narrative confirms what the contract implies: Corum is a well-liked, character-first contributor locked into a complementary role behind an established starter, with no statistical breakout or emerging role trajectory to suggest the CVI grade will move meaningfully higher anytime soon. The Rams' recent activity in the trenches—trading multiple draft picks for premium defensive talent—suggests roster construction priorities are elsewhere, which further underscores Corum's place in the hierarchy as a depth back playing on a cushioned, low-cost deal.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where Blake's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Blake Corum, a second-year Los Angeles Rams running back, has shown flashes of explosive potential despite inconsistent overall performance. The 25-year-old occupies a complementary role in Sean McVay's backfield but carries legitimate upside as a vertical runner. His current B-minus grade reflects a player at an inflection point—talented but not yet reliable enough to anchor a championship offense. Corum's 2025 season metrics reveal a genuinely productive runner when healthy and featured. He's averaging 5.14 yards per carry, well above the NFL average of 4.11, and ranks above-average in rush yards per game at 43.9 versus 22.39. His touchdown efficiency sits at 0.35 per game, marginally above the 0.29 league baseline. However, his trajectory tells the real story: he dropped from a C-plus in 2024 to a D last season, signaling durability and consistency concerns that plague young backs in pass-happy systems. The elite threshold—6.49 yards per carry or 71.99 rushing yards per game—remains out of reach, and his inability to stay on the field limits star potential. The critical question facing Corum entering next season is whether he can sustain 2025's efficiency over a full slate of games. If he can remain healthy and secure 200-plus carries, he could legitimately develop into a low-end RB1 asset. For now, scouts view him as a talented complementary piece with the athleticism to excel—but unproven longevity and durability cost him at the elite level. His next 16 games will define whether he's a future Rams cornerstone or a perpetual committee back.

How Blake Compares at the Position

Blake Corum ranks 55th of 176 graded running backs by performance. That slots Blake between Tyrone Tracy Jr. (B-) just ahead and Emari Demercado (C+) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Blake Corum enters 2026 as a depth running back with minimal career production, but Sean McVay's repeated public endorsements and the narrative around expanded offensive opportunity have meaningfully elevated his perceived trajectory. Media coverage is uniformly optimistic, framing him as a breakout candidate rather than a depth piece, which reflects genuine organizational confidence rather than hype. However, his actual resume—15 career receptions across two seasons—remains modest, and perception has not yet been validated by on-field performance at scale. The Rams' messaging suggests Corum will receive a legitimate opportunity to prove himself in 2026, positioning him as a player to monitor rather than a proven contributor. Fan and media sentiment is cautiously bullish, driven primarily by coaching credibility and opportunity rather than demonstrated excellence.