NBA takes ‘significant' step toward evaluating expansion, commissioner Adam Silver says
Commissioner Adam Silver said Tuesday night that the league office has been directed by its board of governors to undertake 'in-depth analysis of all the issues around expansion, both economic and non-economic.'
'A lot of analysis still needs to be done, and nothing's been predetermined one way or another, and without any specific timeline,' Silver said.
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The league currently has 30 franchises and last expanded when it added the Charlotte Bobcats, now called the Hornets, to begin play with the 2004-05 season.
Much has changed since — particularly franchise values.
Private equity firm magnate Bill Chisholm recently agreed to purchase the Boston Celtics in a deal that is ultimately expected to be approved for more than $6.1 billion. Financier Mark Walter recently agreed to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers from the Buss family in a deal that valued the team at $10 billion and could eventually value the team at $12 billion.
'I think there is a significant step now,' Silver said, when asked about the league potentially expanding. 'We're now engaging in this in-depth analysis, something we weren't prepared to do before. But beyond that … it's really day one of that analysis. So, in terms of price, potential timing, (it's) too early to say. And again, I think that assumes the outcome of this analysis. It's truly a complicated issue.'
(This story will be updated.)
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Full year 2025 guidance is as follows: Metric 2025 Guidance Adjusted EBITDA $3.2 billion to $3.6 billion ASM capacity 1% to 3% increase versus 2024 Adjusted CASM 14.25 ¢ to 14.50 ¢ Free cash flow Break even +/- $200 million Major Assumptions Air Canada made assumptions in providing its guidance—including a marginal Canadian GDP growth for 2025. Air Canada now assumes that the Canadian dollar will trade, on average, at C$1.39 per U.S. dollar for the full year 2025 (previously $1.40) and that the price of jet fuel will average C$0.92 (previously C$0.88) per litre for the full year 2025. 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Please see the discussion below under Caution Regarding Forward-looking Information. 2028 Targets On December 17, 2024, Air Canada announced its long-term 2028 financial targets and 2030 aspirations described below: Metric 2028 Targets 2030 Aspirations Operating revenues Approximately $30 billion Exceed $30 billion Adjusted EBITDA margin* Greater than or equal to 17% Between 18% and 20% Net cash flows from operating activities as a percentage of adjusted EBITDA* Approximately 90% Approximately 90% Additions to property, equipment and intangible assets as a percentage of operating revenues* Lower than or equal to 12% Lower than 12% Free cash flow margin* Approximately 5% Approximately 5% Return on invested capital* Not provided Greater than or equal to 12% Fully diluted share count Lower than 300 million shares Lower than 300 million shares *Adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization), adjusted EBITDA margin, net cash flows from operating activities as a percentage of adjusted EBITDA, additions to property, equipment and intangible assets as a percentage of operating revenues, free cash flow margin and return on invested capital are referred to in this news release. 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Air Canada excludes the effect of impairment of assets, if any, when calculating adjusted CASM, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted pre-tax income (loss) and adjusted net income (loss) as it may distort the analysis of certain business trends and render comparative analysis across periods or to other airlines less meaningful. Adjusted CASM Air Canada uses adjusted CASM to assess the operating and cost performance of its ongoing airline business without the effects of aircraft fuel expense, the cost of ground packages at Air Canada Vacations, freighter costs and other items discussed above. These items may distort the analysis of certain business trends and render comparative analysis across periods less meaningful and their exclusion generally allows for a more meaningful analysis of Air Canada's operating expense performance and may allow for a more meaningful comparison to that of other airlines. In calculating adjusted CASM, aircraft fuel expense is excluded from operating expense results as it fluctuates widely depending on many factors, including international market conditions, geopolitical events, jet fuel refining costs and Canada/U.S. currency exchange rates. Air Canada also incurs expenses related to ground packages at Air Canada Vacations which some airlines, without comparable tour operator businesses, may not incur. In addition, these costs do not generate ASMs and therefore excluding these costs from operating expense results provides for a more meaningful comparison across periods when such costs may vary. Air Canada also incurs expenses related to the operation of freighter aircraft which some airlines, without comparable cargo businesses, may not incur. Air Canada had six Boeing 767 dedicated freighter aircraft in service as at June 30, 2025, and at June 30, 2024. 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These items can vary significantly among airlines due to differences in the way airlines finance their aircraft and other assets. Adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA margin are reconciled to GAAP operating income (loss) as follows:Second Quarter First Six Months (Canadian dollars in millions, except where indicated) 2025 2024 Change 2025 2024 Change Operating income – GAAP $ 418 $ 466 $ (48) $ 310 $ 477 $ (167) Add back: Depreciation, amortization and impairment4914484398689096 Adjusted EBITDA $ 909 $ 914 $ (5) $ 1,296 $ 1,367 $ (71) Operating revenues $ 5,632 $ 5,519 $ 113 $ 10,828 $ 10,745 $ 83 Operating margin (%)7.48.4(1.0) pp2.94.4(1.5) pp Adjusted EBITDA margin (%)16.116.6(0.5) pp12.012.7(0.7) pp Adjusted Pre-tax Income (Loss) Adjusted pre-tax income (loss) is used by Air Canada to assess the overall pre-tax financial performance of its business without the effects of foreign exchange gains or losses, net interest relating to employee benefits, gains or losses on financial instruments recorded at fair value, gains or losses on sale and leaseback of assets, gains or losses on disposal of assets, gains or losses on debt settlements and modifications and other items discussed above. These items may distort the analysis of certain business trends and render comparative analysis across periods or to other airlines less meaningful. A corporate charge for the settlement of tax matters related to the 2019 acquisition of Aeroplan was recorded in the second quarter of 2025. As this item is non-recurring and cash-neutral to Air Canada, since it recorded a related tax refund, it has been excluded from adjusted pre-tax income. Adjusted pre-tax income is reconciled to GAAP income (loss) before income taxes as follows:Second Quarter First Six Months 2025 2024 Change 2025 2024 Change Income (loss) before income taxes – GAAP $ 103 $ 404 $ (301) $ (64) $ 339 $ (403) Adjusted for: Foreign exchange (gain) loss1902188201(57)258 Net interest relating to employee benefits(5)(6)1(10)(11)1 Gain on financial instruments recorded at fair value(6)(29)23(60)(40)(20) Loss on debt settlements----46(46) Other corporate expenses18-1818-18 Adjusted pre-tax income $ 300 $ 371 $ (71) $ 85 $ 277 $ (192) Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted Earnings (Loss) Per Share – Diluted Air Canada uses adjusted net income (loss) and adjusted earnings (loss) per share – diluted as a means to assess the overall financial performance of its business without the after-tax effects of foreign exchange gains or losses, net financing expense relating to employee benefits, gains or losses on financial instruments recorded at fair value, gains or losses on sale and leaseback of assets, gains or losses on debt settlements and modifications, gains or losses on disposal of assets and other items discussed above. These items may distort the analysis of certain business trends and render comparative analysis to other airlines less meaningful. A corporate charge for the settlement of tax matters related to the 2019 acquisition of Aeroplan was recorded in the second quarter of 2025. As this item is non-recurring and cash-neutral to Air Canada, since it recorded a related tax refund, it has been excluded from adjusted net income. Adjusted net income and adjusted earnings per share are reconciled to GAAP net income as follows:Second Quarter First Six Months 2025 2024 Change 2025 2024 Change Net income – GAAP $ 186 $ 410 $ (224) $ 84 $ 329 $ (245) Adjusted for: Foreign exchange (gain) loss1902188201(57)258 Net interest relating to employee benefits(5)(6)1(10)(11)1 Gain on financial instruments recorded at fair value(6)(29)23(60)(40)(20) Loss on debt settlements ----46(46) Other corporate expenses18-1818-18 Income tax, including for the above reconciling items(176)(8)(168)(176)6(182) Adjusted net income $ 207 $ 369 $ (162) $ 57 $ 273 $ (216) Weighted average number of outstanding shares used in computing diluted income per share (in millions)341376(35)344376(32) Adjusted earnings (loss) per share – diluted $ 0.60 $ 0.98 $ (0.38) $ 0.16 $ 0.73 $ (0.57) The table below reflects the share amounts used in the computation of basic and diluted earnings per share on an adjusted earnings per share basis: (In millions) Second Quarter First Six Months 2025 2024 2025 2024 Weighted average number of shares outstanding – basic 323 358 326 358 Effect of dilution 18 18 18 18 Weighted average number of shares outstanding – diluted 341 376 344 376 Free Cash Flow Air Canada uses free cash flow as an indicator of the financial strength and performance of its business, indicating the amount of cash Air Canada can generate from operations and after capital expenditures. Free cash flow is calculated as net cash flows from operating activities minus additions to property, equipment, and intangible assets, and is net of proceeds from sale and leaseback transactions. The table below reconciles free cash flow to net cash flows from (used in) operating activities for the periods Quarter First Six Months (Canadian dollars in millions) 2025 2024 $ Change 2025 2024 $ Change Net cash flows from operating activities $ 895 $ 924 $ (29) $ 2,421 $ 2,516 $ (95) Additions to property, equipment, and intangible assets(712)(473)(239)(1,407)(1,009)(398) Free cash flow (1) $ 183 $ 451 $ (268) $ 1,014 $ 1,507 $ (493) Net Debt Net debt is a capital management measure and a key component of the capital managed by Air Canada and provides management with a measure of its net indebtedness. Net Debt to Trailing 12-Month Adjusted EBITDA (Leverage Ratio) Net debt to trailing 12-month adjusted EBITDA ratio (also referred to as "leverage ratio") is commonly used in the airline industry and is used by Air Canada as a means to measure financial leverage. Leverage ratio is calculated by dividing net debt by trailing 12-month adjusted EBITDA. The table below reconciles leverage ratio to Air Canada's net debt balances as at the dates indicated. (Canadian dollars in millions) June 30, 2025 December 31, 2024 June 30, 2024 Total long-term debt and lease liabilities $ 10,247 $ 10,915 $ 10,858 Current portion of long-term debt and lease liabilities1,5471,7551,619 Total long-term debt and lease liabilities (including current portion)11,79412,67012,477 Less cash, cash equivalents and short- and long-term investments(7,037)(7,752)(8,869) Net debt $ 4,757 $ 4,918 $ 3,608 Adjusted EBITDA (trailing 12 months) $ 3,5153,586 $ 3,718 Net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio 1.41.41.0 The tables below present comparative figures for the twelve-month periods ending December 31, 2023 and 2024, in reference to Air Canada's full-year 2025 guidance, 2028 financial targets, and 2030 aspirations. (Canadian dollars in millions, except where indicated) 2024 Results 2023 Results ASM Capacity 104.381 billion 99.012 billion Adjusted CASM (cents) 13.80¢ 13.49¢ Operating expenses $20.992 billion $19.554 billion Adjusted EBITDA $3.586 billion $3.982 billion Operating income $1.263 billion $2.279 billion Free cash flow $1.294 billion $2.756 billion Net cash flows from operating activities $3.930 billion $4.320 billion (Canadian dollars in millions, except where indicated) 20241 20231 Operating revenues $22.255 billion $21.833 billion Adjusted EBITDA margin 16 % 18 % Operating margin 6 % 10 % Net cash flows from operating activities as a percentage of adjusted EBITDA 110 % 108 % Additions to property, equipment and intangible assets as a percentage of operating revenues 12 % 7 % Free cash flow margin 6 % 13 % Return on invested capital 14 % 18 % Income before income taxes $515 million $2.212 billion Fully diluted share count Approximately 376 million shares Approximately 376 million shares 1Percentage amounts in the table above may not calculate exactly due to rounding. 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Additions to property, equipment and intangible assets as a percentage of operating revenues Air Canada uses additions to property, equipment and intangible assets as a percentage of operating revenues to measure the proportion of operating revenues that are reinvested as capital expenditures. This measure is defined as the ratio of additions to property, equipment and intangible assets to operating revenues. Free cash flow margin Air Canada uses free cash flow margin to measure the amount its free cash flow represents as a percentage of operating revenues. This measure is defined as the ratio of free cash flow to operating revenues. The table below presents the quantitative reconciliation for adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin, net cash flows from operating activities as a percentage of adjusted EBITDA, additions to property, equipment and intangible assets as a percentage of operating revenues, free cash flow and free cash flow margin, in each case for the financial years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023. (in millions, except where indicated) 2024 2023 Total operating revenues – GAAP $ 22,255 $ 21,833 Operating income – GAAP $ 1,263 $ 2,279 Add back: Depreciation and amortization1,7991,703 EBITDA3,0623,982 Add back: Provision for contractual lease obligations34- Pension plan amendments490- Adjusted EBITDA $ 3,586 $ 3,982 Net cash flows from operating activities $ 3,930 $ 4,320 Additions to property, equipment and intangible assets(2,636)(1,564) Free cash flow $ 1,294 $ 2,756 Operating margin6 %10 % Adjusted EBITDA margin16 %18 % Net cash flows from operating activities as a percentage of adjusted EBITDA110 %108 % Additions to property, equipment and intangible assets as a percentage of operating revenues12 %7 % Free cash flow margin6 %13 % Return on invested capital Air Canada uses return on invested capital (ROIC) to assess the efficiency with which it allocates its capital to generate returns. 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Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer, John Di Bert, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer and President, Cargo, will present the results and be available for analysts' questions. Immediately following the analysts' Q&A session, Mr. Di Bert and Pierre Houle, Vice President and Treasurer, will be available to answer questions from term loan B lenders and holders of Air Canada bonds. Media and the public may access this call on a listen-in basis. Details are as follows: Webcast: By telephone: 647-932-3411 or 1-800-715-9871 (toll-free)Conference ID 4600266Please allow 10 minutes to be connected to the conference call. CAUTION REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to analyses and other information that are based on forecasts of future results and estimates of amounts not yet determinable. These statements may involve, but are not limited to, comments relating to guidance, strategies, expectations, planned operations or future actions. Forward-looking statements are identified using terms and phrases such as "preliminary"; "anticipate"; "believe"; "could"; "estimate"; "expect"; "intend"; "may"; "plan"; "predict"; "project"; "will"; "would"; and similar terms and phrases, including references to assumptions. Forward-looking statements, by their nature, are based on assumptions including those described herein and are subject to important risks and uncertainties, which are amplified in the current environment. Forward-looking statements cannot be relied upon due to, among other things, changing external events and general uncertainties of the business of Air Canada. 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Moreover, future events could lead Air Canada to prioritize other nearer-term interests over progressing toward our current climate goals based on business strategy, economic, regulatory and social factors, and potential pressure from investors, activist groups or other stakeholders. If we are unable to meet or properly report on our progress toward achieving our climate change goals and commitments, we could face adverse publicity and reactions from investors, customers, advocacy groups or other stakeholders, which could result in reputational harm or other adverse effects to Air Canada. The forward-looking statements contained or incorporated by reference in this news release represent Air Canada's expectations as of the date of this news release (or as of the date they are otherwise stated to be made) and are subject to change after such date. However, Air Canada disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether because of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable securities regulations. Internet: Read our annual report Here Sign up for Air Canada news: Media Resources: PhotosVideosB-RollArticles Selected Financial Metrics and Statistics The financial and operating highlights for Air Canada for the periods indicated are as follows:Second Quarter First Six Months Financial Performance Metrics 2025 2024 $ Change 2025 2024 $ Change Operating revenues 5,632 5,519 113 10,828 10,745 83 Operating income 418 466 (48) 310 477 (167) Operating margin (1) (%) 7.4 8.4 (1.0) pp (8) 2.9 4.4 (1.5) pp Adjusted EBITDA (2) 909 914 (5) 1,296 1,367 (71) Adjusted EBITDA margin (2) (%) 16.1 16.6 (0.5) pp 12.0 12.7 (0.7) pp Income (loss) before income taxes 103 404 (301) (64) 339 (403) Net income 186 410 (224) 84 329 (245) Adjusted pre-tax income (2) 300 371 (71) 85 277 (192) Adjusted net income (2) 207 369 (162) 57 273 (216) Total liquidity (3) 8,364 10,203 (1,839) 8,364 10,203 (1,839) Net cash flows from operating activities 895 924 (29) 2,421 2,516 (95) Free cash flow (2) 183 451 (268) 1,014 1,507 (493) Net debt (2) 4,757 3,608 1,149 4,757 3,608 1,149 Long-term debt and lease liabilities 11,794 12,477 (683) 11,794 12,477 (683) Diluted earnings per share 0.51 1.04 (0.53) 0.10 0.87 (0.77) Adjusted earnings per share – diluted (2) 0.60 0.98 (0.38) 0.16 0.73 (0.57) Operating Statistics (4) 2025 2024 % Change 2025 2024 % Change Revenue passenger miles (RPMs) (millions) 22,796 22,449 1.5 42,683 42,969 (0.7) Available seat miles (ASMs) (millions) 26,860 26,203 2.5 51,100 50,540 1.1 Passenger load factor % 84.9 % 85.7 % (0.8) pp 83.5 % 85.0 % (1.5) pp Passenger revenue per RPM (Yield) (cents) 22.1 22.2 (0.7) 21.9 22.0 (0.1) Passenger revenue per ASM (PRASM) (cents) 18.7 19.0 (1.7) 18.3 18.7 (1.8) Operating revenue per ASM (TRASM) (cents) 21.0 21.1 (0.5) 21.2 21.3 (0.3) Operating expense per ASM (CASM) (cents) 19.4 19.3 0.6 20.6 20.3 1.3 Adjusted CASM (cents) (2) 14.4 13.5 6.4 14.8 14.1 4.9 Average number of full-time-equivalent (FTE) employees (thousands) (5) 37.3 37.2 0.2 37.2 37.1 0.5 Aircraft in operating fleet at period-end 364 356 2.2 364 356 2.2 Seats dispatched (thousands) 14,478 14,213 1.9 27,817 27,692 0.4 Aircraft frequencies (thousands) 98.5 97.9 0.6 189.9 188.9 0.5 Average stage length (miles) (6) 1,855 1,844 0.6 1,837 1,825 0.7 Fuel cost per litre (cents) 88.0 104.3 (15.7) 92.9 104.9 (11.4) Fuel litres (thousands) 1,271,963 1,273,467 (0.1) 2,463,407 2,458,185 0.2 Revenue passengers carried (thousands) (7) 11,551 11,588 (0.3) 21,934 22,339 (1.8) (1) Operating margin is a supplementary financial measure and is defined as operating income (loss) as a percentage of operating revenues. (2) Adjusted pre-tax income (loss), adjusted net income (loss), adjusted earnings (loss) per share, adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization), adjusted EBITDA margin, free cash flow, net debt and adjusted CASM are non-GAAP financial measures, capital management measures, non-GAAP ratios or supplementary financial measures. Such measures are not recognized measures for financial statement presentation under GAAP, do not have standardized meanings, may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other entities and should not be considered a substitute for or superior to GAAP results. Refer to section "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" of this release for descriptions of Air Canada's non-GAAP financial measures and for a quantitative reconciliation of Air Canada's non-GAAP financial measures to the most comparable GAAP measure. (3) Total liquidity refers to the sum of cash, cash equivalents, short and long-term investments, and the amounts available under Air Canada's credit facilities. Total liquidity, as at June 30, 2025, of $8,364 million consisted of $7,037 million in cash, cash equivalents, short- and long-term investments and $1,327 million available under undrawn credit facilities. As at June 30, 2024, total liquidity of $10,203 million consisted of $8,869 million in cash, cash equivalents, short- and long-term investments and $1,334 million available under undrawn credit facilities. These amounts also include funds ($168 million as at June 30, 2025, and $181 million as at June 30, 2024) held in trust by Air Canada Vacations in accordance with regulatory requirements governing advance sales for tour operators. (4) Except for the reference to average number of full-time equivalent (FTE) employees, operating statistics in this table include third party carriers operating under capacity purchase agreements with Air Canada. (5) Reflects FTE employees at Air Canada and its subsidiaries. Excludes FTE employees at third-party carriers operating under capacity purchase agreements with Air Canada. (6) Average stage length is calculated by dividing the total number of available seat miles by the total number of seats dispatched. (7) Revenue passengers are counted on a flight number basis (rather than by journey/itinerary or by leg), which is consistent with the IATA definition of revenue passengers carried. (8) "pp" denotes percentage points and refers to a measure of the arithmetic difference between two percentages. 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As Davante Adams began his first Rams training camp, star receiver Puka Nacua tried to be cool, calm and collected. Nacua, a third-year pro, was eager to put aside his seniority with the Rams. The ascending star wanted to step back and allow Adams — a three-time All-Pro — to lead the way and go first in receiver drills. But when he approached Adams, Nacua's nerves apparently shone through. 'He was saying it almost like he'd been wanting to say it for a long time,' said Adams, who signed with the Rams in March, 'but he didn't really know how to say that.' The situation demanded it, Nacua said. 'There is a respect for him to come in saying, 'I don't want to push you out of the way or take your spot and be like, Oh, I should be up there No. 1,'' Nacua said. 'But it's something that I have a huge amount of respect for his game.' The request also came with a not-so-hidden bonus. 'When I was in the front, I'm trying to sprint as fast as I can so I can turn around and watch him,' Nacua said, laughing. 'So, I was like, 'Hey, I think it'll make my job a little bit easier if you just go first.' ... There's nothing better than seeing him with my own two eyes.' Adams, 32, has been wowing teammates, coaches and fans with skills honed during 11 NFL seasons. The 6-foot 1, 215-pound Adams has amassed 1,000 yards receiving in a season seven times, including the last six in a row. The Rams pursued Adams to replace Cooper Kupp, who was released three days after they agreed to terms with Adams. The two-year deal includes $25 million in guarantees, according to Adams, who has played for the Green Bay Packers, Las Vegas Raiders and New York Jets, said during offseason workouts that he felt rejuvenated with the Rams and their 'college-type camaraderie.' He has enjoyed the way coach Sean McVay — 'the mastermind,' Adams said — has conducted camp. 'Well, the 'masterminds' because it's a lot of people involved,' Adams said, 'but it's just been fun. 'The best part for me is just getting to know the guys and hanging out with them every day.' It did not take long for Adams to make an impression with his new teammates. In April, on the first day of offseason workouts, receivers coach Eric Yarber stood before his assembled charges and gave them an impassioned speech. 'I want to get this out of the way,' Yarber began. 'All you guys who were here last year, you learned from Cooper Kupp, one of the best slots ever. 'And now you're about to learn from a future Hall of Famer. You better pick his brain as much as you can while he's here because I'm going to do the same thing.' Adams thanked Yarber for the welcome, and then delivered a message. 'He said, 'You guys are going to learn a lot from me, but don't think that I can't learn anything from ya'll,'' second-year receiver Jordan Whittington said. 'He made that very clear.' Adams is part of a receiver corps that includes Nacua, Whittington, veteran Tutu Atwell — who signed a one-year $10-million contract — Xavier Smith and rookie Konata Mumpfield. Veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford has yet to practice during training because of a back issue. But Stafford said in Maui at the end of offseason workouts that Adams was a 'seamless fit' for the offense. With Stafford sidelined, Adams has worked mainly with veteran backup Jimmy Garoppolo. The two were teammates with the Raiders in 2023. 'He brought over the same swagger he had in Las Vegas, man,' Garoppolo said 'He's a confident dude.' Read more: 'Call the police.' Jared Verse left inspired by his Aaron Donald workout trauma Yarber is in his ninth season on McVay's staff. During his tenure, he coached Kupp, Nacua, Sammy Watkins, Robert Woods and DeSean Jackson, among others. Adams brings experience and a one-of-a-kind skill set. 'He's a bigger receiver that has the feet of a little man,' Yarber said. 'I mean, he's cat-quick, he's got great change of direction, great catch radius and a great feel for the game.' What separates Adams from other receivers is his ability to separate from defensive backs and create space. At the line of scrimmage and while running routes against complex coverages. 'Separation is a big thing that I wanted to work on, and now I've got one of the ultimate separators ever,' Whittington said. 'So having him in the film room sharing that type of information and then just watching him go out there and dominate, it's truly a blessing.' Nacua feels the same. Adams said he dispenses advice to Nacua when appropriate. 'I'm not a walking wise man where I'm just trying to drop little trinkets on him all day, but it's more whenever it comes up,' Adams said of dissecting double-coverage and other schemes. 'That part is actually like some of the most enjoyable parts of this thing for me, the cerebral game.' Adams' influence on Nacua has been obvious to McVay. During a team meeting, the ninth-year coach complimented Nacua on a play, and then asked what he was thinking while running his route. Nacua referenced Adams and a tip he had offered. 'When you have guys that are doing that for each other, that's special stuff,' McVay said, adding, 'when you have teammates that are pushing one another, when there's that mutual respect that exists and that appropriate humility, a lot of good things can follow.' The Rams hope so. If Stafford is physically sound, a passing attack featuring Adams and Nacua could help make the Rams a Super Bowl contender. Adams acknowledged that while all that glitters is not gold, the Rams' foundation under McVay and their personnel and mindset give them an opportunity to be a championship-caliber team. 'This is looking pretty golden over here,' he said. Get the best, most interesting and strangest stories of the day from the L.A. sports scene and beyond from our newsletter The Sports Report. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
