James Gladstone is in his eighth season with the Los Angeles Rams and his fourth as Director of Scouting Strategy.
Gladstone spent the 2021 season as the team's Director of Scouting. In his role, he works directly with General Manager Les Snead in strategic planning and execution of day-to-day scouting processes. Additionally, he is responsible for scouting current and prospective players and providing frequent analysis on special projects.
Before joining the Rams, Gladstone worked in education administration as the Student Activities Director and football coach at Clayton High School in St. Louis, Missouri. He also served as the Media and Literacy Coordinator and football coach at St. John Vianney High School in St. Louis, Missouri.
Gladstone graduated from Westminster College in 2013 with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. While attending Westminster, he was a two-time captain of the football team, was awarded Athlete of the Year honors, and was named to the BSN All-American team as a wide receiver. Gladstone also holds a Master's Degree in Education Administration.
Gladstone and his wife, Julie, are natives of St. Louis, Missouri.