Some Bears fans will be rooting for Rams rookie Braden Fiske

1 week, 2 days ago

Rams coach Sean McVay still has love for Odell Beckham Jr., released by Dolphins

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay went on to win a Super Bowl when Odell Beckham Jr. was on the roster. In 2021, the Rams signed Odell Beckham Jr. as a midseason addition, and the star receiver helped them win Super Bowl LVI. I’ve had a lot of other things that we’re kind of focused on right now.” Rams Rams should have …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Archie Manning reveals which NFL team he wants grandson Arch to play for

Daily Mail

Archie Manning hopes the next NFL quarterback in the family dynasty ends up playing for the Dallas Cowboys. He is the latest star in football's most famous bloodline - the grandson of Archie, the son of Cooper Manning and the nephew of Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning. Arch is expected to follow in his uncles' footsteps and reach …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

One Rams D-lineman wins a rookie of the month award, and another is revealed on 'The Masked Singer'

Hindustan Times

LOS ANGELES — Although the friendly competition is fierce each day among the four talented young pass rushers on the Los Angeles Rams’ defensive front, this week was a whole new tune. One Rams D-lineman wins a rookie of the month award, and another is revealed on 'The Masked Singer' Defensive tackle Braden Fiske won the NFL's defensive rookie of …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Bears fire coach Matt Eberflus as Chicago tumbles to last in the NFC North

LA Times

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams talks with head coach Matt Eberflus during the team’s loss to the Lions in Detroit on Thursday. The Bears suffered another gut-wrenching loss in Week 11, losing to Green Bay at Soldier Field when Cairo Santos’ 46-yard field-goal attempt as time expired got blocked. The Bears drove into position for a tying field goal or winning …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has stymied Sean McVay’s Rams before

LA Times

Vic Fangio, shown after a preseason game in L.A. and currently the Eagles defensive coordinator, had a pivotal encounter with Rams coach Sean McVay in 2018 as the Bears’ coordinator. Sean McVay schemed against Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio only once as the Rams’ coach. “You try to apply those things, whether you win or lose,” McVay said, “and …

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1 month ago

Humble beginnings give Rams’ young front a rush: ‘We’re used to getting out of the mud’

LA Times

The Rams’ young pass rushers are showing up big, and it’s no small coincidence. “It’s kind of cool and something we carry together.” After future Hall of Fame lineman Aaron Donald retired last spring, the Rams’ pass rush was considered a question mark. “The more you have those toss-and-turn moments but come out on the other end stronger, the more …

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1 month ago

How being a dad convinced Sean McVay to remain Rams head coach

LA Times

After the Rams hired Sean McVay in 2017, general manager Les Snead was eager to see the 30-year-old’s coaching process at work. “The things that he really cherishes in his life, the things that he loves — they’re not all in one basket anymore.” — Rams receiver Cooper Kupp, on coach Sean McVay as a father “I’ve had some moments …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Matthew Stafford and Sean McVay know pain in New England. Are Rams in line for more?

LA Times

Facing the Patriots at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., has been called intimidating, especially during New England’s heyday. “It wasn’t pretty.” Stafford, however, instantly recounted the statistical picture going into it, the personnel and coverages former Patriots coach Bill Belichick successfully deployed to neutralize Hall of Fame receiver Calvin Johnson, and key injuries that occurred. “Other than that,” Stafford quipped, …

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Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, coach Matt Eberflus says

Associated Press

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears are mulling whether to fire offensive coordinator Shane Waldron in the wake of another dismal outing, coach Matt Eberflus said Monday. “All those adjustments and changes and things that we’re gonna do — we’re still in the evaluation phase of that.” Eberflus vowed to make changes following a 19-3 face-plant against the New …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Dolphins score on opening drive and mistake-prone Rams can never catch them

LA Times

The Dolphins’ Malik Washington dives past Rams safety Kamren Kinchens for a touchdown on the opening drive. “Frustration,” he said, “just like everybody else.” Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is sacked by Rams linebacker Jared Verse. On a night when former Rams star lineman Aaron Donald watched from a luxury box, the Rams pressured Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. “We executed well,” …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Rams’ Sean McVay on Cooper Kupp trade rumors: ‘Not a move that we want to make’

LA Times

The Rams’ Matthew Stafford congratulates Cooper Kupp after the two connected for a touchdown pass against the Vikings. “That’s not a move that we want to make,” McVay said Friday during a video conference with reporters. Kupp, who sat out four games because of an ankle injury, spent the days leading up to the game tuning out buzz that the …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Cooper Kupp won’t be only familiar face returning when Rams play host to Vikings

LA Times

The Rams’ Cooper Kupp caught 14 passes for 110 yards and a nine-yard touchdown in the season opener against the Detroit Lions. “I’m feeling really good,” Kupp said this week as the Rams prepared for their game against the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell was the Rams’ offensive coordinator in the 2021-22 season when he and …

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2 months ago

Rams-Raiders takeaways: Cooper Kupp should return Thursday but Braden Fiske up in air

LA Times

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp should be back in uniform Thursday to face the Minnesota Vikings. Star receiver Cooper Kupp sat out a fourth consecutive game because of an ankle injury, but coach Sean McVay said he expected Kupp to be back for Thursday night’s game against the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium. Quarterback Matthew Stafford said he was excited about …

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2 months ago

Rams vs. Las Vegas Raiders: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times

The 1-4 Rams aim to repeat last season’s feat, when they came out of an off week and turned around their season en route to a playoff berth. Star receiver Cooper Kupp practiced this week and appeared on track to return from an ankle injury that has sidelined him for three games. Offensive lineman Joe Noteboom, who was limited this …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Rams’ Matthew Stafford appears ‘back’ to health, but Cooper Kupp’s return is up in air

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay would like to have recovering Cooper Kupp back for quarterback Matthew Stafford, but the receiver might not be ready yet. Offensive lineman Joe Noteboom’s window to return from injured reserve could open depending upon his workouts with trainers this week, McVay said. Before practice Monday, McVay said Stafford was “feeling really good” and was “not going …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Matthew Stafford asked if Week 6 off is a help to Rams: ‘I don’t know. We’ll see.’

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay and quarterback Matthew Stafford need to produce more points to support a young, growing defense. Rams Rams have hopes Cooper Kupp will return and Matthew Stafford’s sore back heals Rams have been hoping Cooper Kupp could return from injury in Week 7 but can’t say for sure as Matthew Stafford rests his sore back during the …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams have hopes Cooper Kupp will return and Matthew Stafford’s sore back heals

LA Times

The Rams are hoping Cooper Kupp will be back in uniform and in the lineup for Week 7 against the Raiders. Cooper Kupp could be back for the Rams’ next game, but as the Rams begin their off week it is quarterback Matthew Stafford’s sore back that might be of more immediate concern. Coach Sean McVay said Monday that Stafford …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams head into their bye week planted firmly in their own way

New York Times

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — It’s the end of Week 5, the start of the bye, and the worst start by a Sean McVay-led team since he took over the Los Angeles Rams head coaching job in 2017. From early-season injuries to star players and starters along their offensive line to defensive breakdowns to poor red zone play to Sunday’s two third-quarter …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

No comeback this time as Bears’ defense stops Rams’ momentum

LA Times

The Rams’ Matthew Stafford barely gets off a pass under pressure from the Bears’ Austin Booker. “What an amazing traumatic turn of events from week to week,” Rams coach Sean McVay said, “and we just saw that.” McVay is becoming accustomed to experiencing trauma in Chicago. In 2018, during the Rams’ last trip to Soldier Field, the Rams managed only …

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3 months ago

What makes a great Rams win even greater for Sean McVay? No injuries

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay hugs quarterback Matthew Stafford after their 27-24 comeback win over the San Francisco 49ers at SoFi Stadium on Sunday. After receiving bad news about player injuries the day after the first two games of the season, the Rams coach arrived at the team facility Monday confident but also wary. On Sunday, immediately following the Rams’ 27-24 …

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3 months, 1 week ago

It’s all bad news for Rams as Cardinals dominate and Cooper Kupp is injured

LA Times

Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, who the Rams could not contain through the air or on the ground, leaves the pocket under pressure from Rams defensive tackle Braden Fiske. “I’ll just be real,” Rams coach Sean McVay said, “There’s nothing positive about it.” Really bad. For the first time in McVay’s eight seasons — a run that includes five playoff appearances, …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Optimism runs deep for Rams, Chargers as NFL season gets underway

LA Times

LEFT: Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh signals from the sideline during the second half of a preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys on Aug. 24 in Arlington, Texas. The Charges didn’t mope this off-season, however, and instead asked a key question during this rebuilding phase: “Who’s got it better than us?” Los Angeles brought in Jim Harbaugh, of the famous Harbaugh …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams’ talk is, Florida State rookies will need to be difference-makers on defense

LA Times

Rams rookie Jared Verse would like the ball carriers to head his way. That’s been great so far and I’m just excited to see where we can take it.” Verse, 6 feet, 4 inches and 260 pounds, and the 6-4, 291-pound Fiske will play significant roles for a remade Rams defense aiming to show doubters it can thrive despite the …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ready or not, Stetson Bennett will make his NFL debut as Rams No. 2 quarterback

LA Times

Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett showed enough in the preseason for coach Sean McVay to be comfortable with him as the primary backup for the first two weeks of the season. “I think it’s a really good opportunity to just get locked in, and go be ready if anything happens.” Bennett won McVay’s and general manager Les Snead’s confidence with his …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Packers claim rookie Brayden Narveson off waivers and make him their kicker

Associated Press

GREEN BAY, Wis. — After having Anders Carlson and Greg Joseph compete for their placekicking job throughout training camp, the Green Bay Packers decided their best option was finding someone else. I’m really not.” Carlson went 27 of 33 on field-goal attempts — including just 7 of 13 from at least 40 yards — and 34 of 39 on extra …

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4 months ago

Rams take no chances with Matthew Stafford’s hamstring and limit him to drills

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay is taking every precaution with Matthew Stafford and the quarterback’s hamstring issue. “If there was any sudden movement that set him back, just didn’t think it would be worth it.” Rams Rams preseason takeaways: Stetson Bennett bounces back in victory over Chargers Rams quarterback Stetson Bennett struggled at times against the Chargers, but found a way …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears great Steve McMichael gets his Hall of Fame moment as he battles ALS

Associated Press

CHICAGO — Steve McMichael always had that big and boisterous persona and a willingness to say whatever was on his mind, so it’s no stretch to think the Chicago Bears great’s Pro Football Hall of Fame induction speech would have been one to remember. “He would have been amazing.” McMichael is in the advanced stages of ALS and won’t be …

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6 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams’ Stetson Bennett is getting back in form after improving mental health

LA Times

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, left, Matthew Stafford, center, and Stetson Bennett warm up during the NFL football team’s organized team activities in Thousand Oaks. “Yeah,” Bennett said, “I’d say that.” Bennett’s future with the team remains to be determined but McVay said last week that Bennett “had a couple good days and it’s been good having him out …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Top pick Jared Verse thrilled Rams also picked his Florida State linemate

LA Times

Florida State’s Braden Fiske likely fits into the Rams’ system as an interior defensive lineman. “I’ve got to show it was worth it.” Along with Verse and Fiske, the Rams also chose Michigan running back Blake Corum in the third round with the 83rd pick and Miami safety Kamren Kinchens with the 99th pick. I’m going to give everything I’ve …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams knew all along Aaron Donald was retiring but can scheme or draft compensate?

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay, center, talks with reporters during availability at the NFL owners meetings. “Yep,” Donald replied, “This is it.” Donald’s retirement last week made official what McVay and those throughout the Rams organization knew for weeks. “You could really feel there was a sense of peace,” McVay said Tuesday at the NFL owners annual meeting, before jokingly adding, …

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9 months, 1 week ago

Rams deal changes starting offensive line; tight end Colby Parkinson added

LA Times

Former Lions offensive lineman Jonah Jackson should start at guard for the Rams, allowing Steve Avila to move to center. On Monday, the Rams agreed to terms with offensive lineman Jonah Jackson and tight end Colby Parkinson, people with knowledge of the situation said. The acquisition of Jackson, who played four seasons for the Detroit Lions, comes a week after …

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

Patriots are hiring Rams assistant Jeremy Springer as special teams coordinator, AP source says

Associated Press

The New England Patriots have an agreement in place with Los Angeles Rams assistant Jeremy Springer to become their special teams coordinator, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press. Springer, 34, is coming off his second season with the Rams, for whom he served as a special teams assistant. Springer will now be tasked with improving …

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11 months ago

Rebuilt Rams remind Sean McVay of team that was bound for Super Bowl

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay is pleased with how the team has been assembled and is very optimistic about next season. “We’ve got a lot of continuity coming back,” McVay said, “and we’ll have a lot of resources relative to draft capital and even just some flexibility to be able to add some players or re-sign some that wasn’t afforded to …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Sean McVay-Jared Goff drama is big story of Rams-Lions matchup

LA Times

Matthew Stafford will return to Detroit, but that story already is written. McVay became a Super Bowl champion, vindicating his decision to dump his one-time franchise quarterback in Goff and hand over his offense to the veteran Stafford. When the Rams signed Goff to a $110-million extension before the 2019 season, they did so with the intention of extending his …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Could 49ers game be start of something beautiful for Rams’ Carson Wentz?

LA Times

Quarterback Carson Wentz gets the Rams lined up against the Arizona Cardinals. “Excited to go get a chance and, yes, there is still some stuff to play for and there’s things at stake and it’s January,” Wentz said. “I haven’t played a game in a long time so I’m excited for it.” Carson Wentz says he has been soaking up …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Sean McVay says Rams ‘have focused on what they can control’

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay says his players have done what they needed to do in moving back into playoff position because “they have focused on what they can control.” With his team enjoying something of a mini-bye, Sean McVay was not unlike millions who spent much of the holiday weekend watching NFL football. Though the Rams coach is focused on …

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1 year ago

Rams coach Sean McVay says replacing placekicker not in current plans

LA Times

The Rams, perhaps more than any other NFL team, benefited from their off week this season. The Rams, however, will not bring in another kicker to compete with or replace Havrisik, coach Sean McVay said Friday during a video conference with reporters. “I know the kicker is the one that everybody wants to kind of pin on, ‘Oh, it’s a …

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1 year ago

Packers’ Matt LaFleur keeping Joe Barry as coordinator while vowing to take bigger role in defense

Associated Press

Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur says he “absolutely” will take on a bigger role in assisting the Packers’ slumping defense as they try to boost their fading playoff hopes. “If I thought that was the best solution today, then we’d make that decision,” LaFleur said Monday, one day after the Packers’ 34-20 home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. So …

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1 year ago

Rams receive what they need for playoff push: a healthy Cooper Kupp

LA Times

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp says he felt more healthy when running patterns against the Ravens last week. “There’s been weeks this year where for health or whatever reason, you know, that I feel like I haven’t been the player that I should be for this team,” Kupp said, “and that’s frustrating. “It certainly feels like I’m trending in that direction.” …

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1 year ago

Rams sign vet kicker Mason Crosby to practice squad as special teams concerns linger

LA Times

Mason Crosby holds his helmet on the field before a game against the Dolphins last season. “Getting all the new gear and new helmet and all those things felt like being a rookie again,” Crosby said. Coach Sean Mcvay said Havrisik would remain with the team, but Crosby could be elevated to the roster as soon as this weekend for …

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1 year ago

Jim Harbaugh to the Bears? If they move on from Matt Eberflus, it’s time for a big swing

New York Times

INDIANAPOLIS — As Michigan wrapped up its postgame celebration on the field at Lucas Oil Stadium after winning the Big Ten championship game against Iowa on Saturday night, Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt presented Jim Harbaugh with an opportunity to use his favorite catchphrase. “It makes me feel super great, and there’s no coach who could have it better than …

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1 year ago

A Chicago Bears reporter’s scouting report on Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy

New York Times

INDIANAPOLIS — The final minute of Michigan’s news conference after the Wolverines’ 26-0 win against Iowa in the Big Ten championship game on Saturday night transformed into a one-on-one meeting between head coach and quarterback. “There wasn’t one play where you made a mistake.” McCarthy said there was one throw that he’d like back. Nazareth made another run at a …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Rams not showing Matthew Stafford’s hand: Did not practice again, could play

LA Times

Rams quarterback Brett Rypien received all the first-team reps this week because Matthew Stafford is nursing a thumb injury on his throwing hand. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, who is nursing a right thumb sprain, will be listed as questionable Sunday against the Green Bay Packers, coach Sean McVay said Friday. “If there’s anything that would leave him susceptible to injury …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Rams vs. Packers matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times

Brett Rypien might be getting his fourth NFL start if Rams starter Matthew Stafford cannot face the Packers because of an injured thumb on his throwing hand. Brett Rypien is expected to start at quarterback in place of Matthew Stafford, who suffered a right thumb sprain during a 43-20 defeat to the Dallas Cowboys last Sunday. Coach Sean McVay said …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Rams’ offense will have a different look if Brett Rypien starts at quarterback

LA Times

If injured Matthew Stafford can’t lead the Rams onto Lambeau Field on Sunday, then backup Brett Rypien will start. Quarterback Brett Rypien spent the first eight weeks of the Rams’ season taking second-team reps behind starter Matthew Stafford. “It definitely heightens the level of awareness, and you’re getting ready to go.” Brett Rypien replaced Rams starter Matthew Stafford against Dallas …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Matthew Stafford doesn’t practice with injured thumb as Rams sign a quarterback

LA Times

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford watches from the bench in Dallas with a bandage on his throwing hand to protect his injured thumb. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, who is nursing a right thumb sprain, did not practice Wednesday, but coach Sean McVay would not rule him out for Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers. McVay said the Rams signed Winn …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Rams’ Matthew Stafford has sprained thumb ligament. Stetson Bennett is unlikely to play this season

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — Matthew Stafford has a sprained ligament in his right thumb, possibly sidelining the Rams’ starting quarterback for Los Angeles’ visit to Green Bay on Sunday. Although coach Sean McVay didn’t rule out his Super Bowl-winning quarterback Monday, he said the Rams are looking for another quarterback to pair with backup Brett Rypien in practice this week in …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Rams’ relief: Matthew Stafford’s thumb just sprained but not sure if he can play

LA Times

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford wears a bandage on his throwing hand to protect the thumb he injured against Dallas. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford suffered a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb during a loss to the Dallas Cowboys and he will be evaluated “day to day” as the Rams prepare for Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers, …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Backup QBs under the spotlight for Bears and Raiders with Fields and Garoppolo hurt

Associated Press

LAS VEGAS at CHICAGO Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox BETTING LINE: Raiders by 1 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook AGAINST THE SPREAD: Las Vegas 3-3; Chicago 1-4-1 SERIES RECORD: Tied 8-8. LAST WEEK: Raiders beat New England 21-17; Bears lost to Minnesota 19-13 RAIDERS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING RAIDERS DEFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, SCORING BEARS OFFENSE: OVERALL, RUSH, PASS, …

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Some Bears fans will be rooting for Rams rookie Braden Fiske

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