Cornerback Trent McDuffie is questionable for the Rams’ game against the Commanders, battling a back injury that kept him off the practice field all week. This is a huge blow to the secondary as the team preps for a tough matchup.
Defensive Woes Mount Ahead of Commanders Clash
McDuffie’s absence from practice all week really hurts, especially when you consider cornerback Jaylen Watson is already out with a shoulder injury. That’s two key guys in the defensive backfield potentially missing or limited. Safety Kam Curl, nursing a foot injury, did manage to get back to practice on Friday, albeit in a limited capacity, and he is also listed as questionable. Linebacker Grant Stuard is battling a hamstring issue, putting him on the questionable list as well. It’s not all bad news on the defensive side, though. Defensive end Myles Garrett, who hasn’t played since Week 1, is set to make his much anticipated return! Head coach Sean McVay confirmed Garrett will be activated from injured reserve, and tight end Terrance Ferguson will join him in being activated.
Offensive Concerns and Other Game-Time Decisions
It’s not just the defense taking hits. Tight end Colby Parkinson, dealing with a ribs injury, returned to practice as a limited participant on Friday, but like Curl, he is questionable for the game. Wide receiver Jordan Whittington is also on the questionable list with a back injury. Adding to the depth chart headache, long snapper Joe Cardona is considered doubtful to play due to an ankle injury. It’s a real wait-and-see situation for a lot of these guys right up until kickoff.
What’s Next for the Rams?
The Rams are facing the Commanders with a significant chunk of their roster’s availability up in the air. With five players questionable and one doubtful, it’s going to be a tough test. They need every available hand on deck to pull out a win against the Commanders.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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