The 2020 season was the Los Angeles Rams' 83rd season in the National Football League (NFL), their 84th overall, their 54th in the Greater Los Angeles Area, and their fourth under head coach Sean McVay. It also marked the team's first season playing their home games at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, which the team shares with the Los Angeles Chargers. This was the first season in which the Rams would share the same venue as the Chargers since 1960. They improved on their 9–7 season from the previous year after a Week 17 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, returning to the playoffs after missing out last season. The Rams' strong defense finished the year with just 296 points allowed, the fewest in the league.
In the Wild Card round, the Rams upset the rival Seattle Seahawks 30–20, advancing to the Divisional round, but lost to the top-seeded Green Bay Packers by a score of 32–18.
Offseason
Coaching changes
On January 6, 2020, the Rams parted ways with long time defensive coordinator Wade Phillips, whose contract was not renewed. Special teams coordinator John Fassel, who had been with the franchise since 2012, was also not retained and took the same position with the Dallas Cowboys. Other staff members who did not return were assistant offensive coordinator Jedd Fisch, running backs coach Skip Peete, assistant special teams coach Matt Daniels, and director of strength training and performance Ted Rath. Several staff members shifted responsibilities or added to their duties. Run game coordinator Aaron Kromer also became the team's offensive line coach, while pass game coordinator Shane Waldron retained that title but is no longer the quarterbacks coach. Also, assistant wide receivers coach Zac Robinson and assistant quarterbacks coach Liam Coen swapped positions from the previous season. Kevin O'Connell was hired as offensive coordinator and Brandon Staley took over as defensive coordinator. John Bonamego was brought on board as special teams coordinator and will be assisted by Tory Woodbury. Justin Lovett became the Rams' new director of strength training and performance.
Uniform changes
In March 2019, the Rams announced they would debut new uniforms for the 2020 season. The new logos and colors were revealed on March 23. The new primary logo was heavily criticized by fans. The new uniforms were revealed on May 13 and were also heavily criticized by fans.
Roster changes
Free agency
Unrestricted
Signings
Contract extensions
Releases/waivers
On March 19, 2020, the Rams released running back Todd Gurley after they were unable to trade him. The move was made before the team would have to pay an additional $10.5 million on Gurley's $60 million contract extension that was signed prior to the 2018 season. Gurley was later signed as a free agent by the Atlanta Falcons.
Also on March 19, 2020, the Rams released linebacker Clay Matthews after one season.
Retirements
On February 6, 2020, veteran safety Eric Weddle announced his retirement from the NFL after 13 seasons.
Trades
Draft
Draft trades
The Rams traded their first-round selection (20th overall), as well as their first-round and fourth-round selections in the 2021 NFL Draft to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for cornerback Jalen Ramsey. The Rams traded their fifth-round selection (165th overall), as well as a 2019 third-round selection to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for linebacker Dante Fowler. The Rams traded cornerback Marcus Peters to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for linebacker Kenny Young and a fifth-round selection. The Rams later traded this selection as well as cornerback Aqib Talib to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a seventh-round selection in the 2022 NFL Draft. The Rams traded wide receiver Brandin Cooks and their fourth-round selection in 2022 to the Houston Texans in exchange for the Texans' second-round pick (57th overall). The Rams traded their fourth round pick (126th overall) to the Houston Texans in exchange for the Texans' fourth round pick (136th overall) and two seventh-round selections (Nos. 248 and 250).
Undrafted free agents
Following the 2020 NFL Draft, the Rams signed 20 undrafted rookie free agents who would compete for roster spots and participate in the team's offseason and training camp programs.
Staff
Final roster
Preseason
The Rams' preseason schedule was announced on May 7, but was later cancelled due to the Coronavirus Pandemic.
Regular season
Schedule
The Rams' 2020 schedule was announced on May 7.
Note: Intra-division opponents are in bold text.