Rams Managing Injuries to Star Players Ahead of Arizona Rematch
Los Angeles Rams defensive end Myles Garrett expects to play against the Arizona Cardinals, while cornerback Trent McDuffie remains questionable due to a back injury.
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Key points
- Myles Garrett expects to play despite missing Friday practice with a knee injury
- Trent McDuffie is questionable with a back issue
- Puka Nacua placed on injured reserve to clear roster space
The Los Angeles Rams head into their matchup against the Arizona Cardinals managing a wave of roster injuries, though head coach Sean McVay anticipates having defensive standout Myles Garrett on the field. Garrett missed Friday's practice due to a lingering knee issue that previously sidelined him for seven games, but McVay stated the team is simply managing his workload after he logged three sacks and a forced fumble in last week's victory over the Washington Commanders.
Cornerback Trent McDuffie is listed as questionable with a back injury that kept him out of the team's third consecutive win, which lifted Los Angeles above the .500 mark to 5-4. McVay expressed optimism about McDuffie's availability following a positive workout session, while safety Kam Curl is also expected to play despite a questionable designation for a toe injury.
The team's extensive injury list has forced significant roster maneuvering, including placing wide receiver Puka Nacua on injured reserve to open up a roster spot. Los Angeles will also be without tight end Terrance Ferguson and left guard Steve Avila, both ruled out with hamstring issues, as the team looks to avenge an 18-16 October loss to the Cardinals.
What to watch next: Kickoff against the Arizona Cardinals as the Rams look to secure their fourth consecutive win.
Source Fox Sports — foxsports.com/stories/nfl/sean-mcvay-myles-garrett-trent-mcduffie-i… ↗
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