The Rams just kicked off training camp this weekend, and already they’re dealing with some serious blows. They’ve dropped two players onto injury lists right out of the gate, which is never the vibe you want to start a new season.
Dedich’s Early Exit Hurts the O-Line
Guard Justin Dedich is on the non-football injury list, and man, that’s not what you want to hear. This dude actually saw a ton of action last season, playing in sixteen games and starting six of them. He even balled out in all three of their playoff contests, including a start against the Panthers in the wild card round. Losing that kind of experience so early? That’s a real hit to the O-line’s prep work. They can activate him any time this summer, sure, but missing reps now is definitely not ideal for getting that line ready to protect.
Hamilton’s Rookie Year Kicks Off on the PUP List
Then there’s defensive back Al’zillion Hamilton, who’s been placed on the physically unable to perform list. Hamilton’s a fresh face, an undrafted guy out of Fresno State who just signed with the team this year. For a rookie trying to make an impression and fight for a spot, starting on the PUP list is a massive uphill climb. He needs every single rep he can get in camp to prove himself, and this is absolutely not the way you want to kick off your pro career. Like Dedich, he can come off the list this summer, but the clock is ticking for these guys to get healthy and get in the mix.
Training camp is all about building chemistry and getting into game shape, fast. Losing two guys, especially one with starting experience and a rookie fighting for his life, before things even truly get rolling? That’s not the start the Rams wanted. They gotta hope these guys heal up fast and can jump back in without missing too much.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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