Davante Adams is officially headed for a “cleanup” procedure on his hamstring, sidelining the Rams’ star wide receiver for a brutal 6-10 weeks after he was placed on injured reserve this week. This is a massive hit to their offense, and it’s happening right now.
What “Cleanup” Actually Means For Adams’ Hamstring
Head coach Sean McVay dropped the news Wednesday, confirming Adams will undergo the “cleanup” procedure. While “cleanup” sounds minor, that 6-10 week timeline tells you everything you need to know: this is a real problem. The exact date for the surgery isn’t even locked in yet; McVay told reporters, via Stu Jackson of the team’s website, they’re taking “a couple of days” to figure out the best time to get it done. No rush, I guess, for a guy who’s going to miss at least a month and a half.
A Brutal Week For Rams Injuries
This isn’t just a minor tweak; Adams is staring down a significant recovery period, potentially missing over two months of action. Losing your primary target for that long is a huge blow for any offense, especially with how much Davante means to their game plan. And Adams isn’t the only one heading to the sideline for a while. The Rams also placed defensive tackle Poona Ford, kicker Blake Grupe, and defensive lineman Kobie Turner on injured reserve this week. Talk about a brutal week for the injury report. It’s a real test of depth for that squad.
Losing Adams for such an extended period is going to force the Rams to dig deep and get creative. They’ve got to find a way to make up for his production and keep things moving without their game-changer. We’ll be watching to see how they adapt in the coming weeks and who steps up to fill those massive shoes.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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