The Los Angeles Rams officially cut cornerback Zech McPhearson from injured reserve this past Saturday, just days before they kick off their season. He was signed during training camp to amp up competition on special teams, but the guy never even made the final roster, landing on IR instead.
IR Move Doesn’t Change Roster Math
McPhearson, who is 28, failed to even get back on the field after missing the second preseason game. This move from the Rams doesn’t actually open up a roster spot, since he was already stashed on injured reserve. It’s a clean break, but the team still has six other players sidelined on IR. McPhearson’s journey has been a bit tough lately, too; he was a fourth-round pick for the Eagles, then got cut by them before his fourth season back in 2024. It just goes to show how brutal this league can be, especially when injuries hit.
The ‘Fearsome Foursome’ Dream vs. Reality Check
Despite the minor roster shuffle, the talk around the Rams is massive. They’re apparently gunning for a “new Fearsome Foursome,” aiming to build a defense that could exceed “the wildest expectations.” That’s some serious history to live up to, especially with a nod to Deacon Jones, who not only coined the term “sack” but had an unofficial 26 sacks in a season back when the stat wasn’t even official. Talk about legendary! And speaking of legends, Aaron Donald is still getting major props. Teammate McDuffie even told the AP that all the “whispers beforehand that he might come back” and “everything everybody’s talking about” regarding Donald’s work ethic and character are absolutely true. GM Les Snead supposedly deserves an award for the talent he’s pulled together this offseason. Yet, with all that hype, Bleacher Report’s updated rankings for the NFL’s “most stacked rosters” only have the Rams sitting at third overall. Third! They’re behind the San Francisco 49ers and the Houston Texans. How’s that for a dose of reality?
Big Stage, Big Expectations
Former NFL player Jared Veldheer weighed in on the team’s travel plans for their game against the 49ers in Australia, saying the Rams made the “right decision” to “get into Australia, play the game and get out.” It’s all about focusing on the game and not getting acclimated, which makes sense for such a high-stakes early season matchup. The stakes are already through the roof. “60 Minutes” is even calling the Rams a “superteam” and an “early favorite to win the Super Bowl.” You can catch their inside look when the new season of “60 Minutes” premieres this Sunday, September 13th. The season is just about to kick off, and everyone’s watching to see if this team lives up to the incredible hype, or if Bleacher Report’s ranking was a sign of what’s to come.
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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