Puka Nacua injury update after Dallas joint practice
Puka Nacua exited a joint practice in Dallas walking with a trainer; Sean McVay said Nacua was not able to finish practice, and later reporting described minor groin soreness
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Julian Mercado covers the business side of football for RamsNews.com, specializing in salary cap mechanics, contract negotiations, free agency targets, and annual NFL Draft scouting reports. With a background in sports financial analysis, Julian delivers data-backed projections on roster construction and draft capital.
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Matthew Stafford reflects after Rams Cowboys joint practice
Matthew Stafford called the joint practice with the Cowboys a valuable measuring stick, praising the offensive line while acknowledging areas to fix before their Week 15 meeting.
Deebo Samuel cleared by Shanahan as 49ers return looms
Kyle Shanahan says past contract friction with Deebo Samuel is behind them as Samuel rejoins the 49ers. Rams notes: Matthew Stafford expresses optimism while Sean McVay urges measured expectations.
NFL transactions roundup: key roster moves and preseason impact
A rapid rundown of Monday's NFL transactions that shifted preseason depth charts, including a Dolphins-Patriots pick-and-player trade and the Rams waiving DB Drey Norwood.
Rams training camp winners and losers at Loyola Marymount
A close look at who gained or lost stock at Rams training camp in Los Angeles — from receiver vs. corner battles and Blake Corum’s rise to the unsettled backup QB spot and roster implications ahead of preseason.
Christian McCaffrey praises Kaelon Black at 49ers camp
Christian McCaffrey highlighted rookie Kaelon Black's maturity at 49ers camp while missing practice with calf tightness. NFC camp notes also include Rams lineman praise for Myles Garrett and Cardinals GM contract posture comments.
Andy Reid Rams preseason: What to expect
Andy Reid says the Chiefs will be "very vanilla" for the preseason opener at Arrowhead, shifting evaluative value to rookies like Ty Simpson and new Rams corners Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson.
Rams reportedly sign Zech McPhearson per trade report
A trade-rumor outlet links Zech McPhearson to the Rams. The move remains unconfirmed by the team and should be treated as pending until officially verified.
Tyreek Hill Rams trade late-season fit
The report flagged Los Angeles as an ideal late-season destination as Hill rehabs a major knee injury. The Rams' receiver depth lets them be patient while Hill targets a postseason return.
Rams sign Zech McPhearson to bolster cornerback depth
The Rams signed veteran cornerback Zech McPhearson after waiving Drey Norwood with an injury designation, adding special teams depth behind Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson.