The Los Angeles Rams are heading into their Sunday game against the Chargers with a serious cloud hanging over their roster, as several key players, including cornerback Trent McDuffie and center Coleman Shelton, are officially listed as questionable. While the team hasn’t ruled anyone out on their final injury report, the sheer number of question marks means they’re not exactly walking into this weekend at full strength.
McDuffie and Shelton’s Status Is a Real Head-Scratcher
Trent McDuffie, a crucial piece in that secondary, is battling a groin injury and was only a limited participant in practice all three days this week. You never want to see a corner dealing with a groin issue, especially when you’re facing a division rival. Then there’s Coleman Shelton, the man snapping the ball, who is questionable with a hip injury. Shelton missed the first two days of practice entirely, only returning for a limited session on Friday. That’s not ideal for a center who needs to be 100% in the trenches. These are two vital cogs, and not having clarity on their status means the Rams’ game plan could be in flux right up until kickoff.
Other Question Marks Loom Large
It’s not just McDuffie and Shelton, either. Tight end Colby Parkinson is also listed as questionable with a rib injury, despite not practicing at all this week. The fact he still has a shot to play after missing everything tells you how much they might need him. Wide receiver Jordan Whittington is in the same boat, tagged questionable with a back issue. And then there’s the long snapper, Joe Cardona, who is doubtful with an ankle injury. That’s a position you absolutely cannot be without, but the Rams at least have Jake McQuaide on the practice squad ready to step in. It feels like this team is just trying to tape itself together for Sunday.
With so many key players up in the air, the Rams have a tough road ahead on Sunday against the Chargers. They’ll need everyone who *does* play to step up big time, because this injury report isn’t doing them any favors.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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