Starting cornerback Jaylen Watson is officially done for the season after Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay announced he will undergo shoulder surgery. It’s a tough blow for a team looking to make waves.
Coach McVay’s Honest Take
McVay didn’t hold back when discussing the loss, making it clear what Watson meant to the squad. “It’s the right thing to do for him, even though it sucks because he’s been a real bright spot for us,” McVay stated. Watson, who just signed with the Rams as a free agent this past offseason, quickly established himself as a key starter in their secondary.
Impactful Numbers Cut Short
Watson’s early season performance showed why he was such a “bright spot” for McVay. In just seven games this season, he racked up 24 tackles, nine passes defensed, and one interception. Throughout his 60-game career playing for both Kansas City and Los Angeles, he’s tallied 33 passes defensed and four interceptions. His impactful run this season, however, is now officially over.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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