Los Angeles Rams Week 4 Injury Report: Ferguson Out

The Los Angeles Rams enter Week 4 with a meaningful change at tight end: Terrance Ferguson is expected to miss the game against Philadelphia after sustaining a medial ankle sprain against Denver. His absence could open an opportunity for rookie Max Klare.

The Turf Show Times also leaves several defensive players’ availability uncertain, while Puka Nacua is expected to play after being limited in Thursday’s practice.

Key Takeaways

• Terrance Ferguson sustained a medial ankle sprain against Denver and is expected to miss the Rams’ game against Philadelphia.
• Sean McVay said Ferguson’s absence creates an opportunity for rookie tight end Max Klare to get practice reps and potentially see game action.
• Puka Nacua was limited in Thursday’s practice, and McVay said he expects the receiver to play against Philadelphia.
• Jaylen Watson and Kamren Kinchens are expected to miss the game, while Aaron Donald and Nate Landman are listed as questionable.

Ferguson’s Absence Opens a Tight End Opportunity

Ferguson’s expected absence puts attention on how Los Angeles will organize its tight end snaps. The ankle sprain came against the Broncos, and the available reporting identifies Klare as a potential beneficiary.

Sean McVay said Ferguson’s absence creates an opportunity for Klare to get practice reps and potentially game action. That points to a possible role without establishing a specific snap count or workload.

Colby Parkinson is also dealing with a shoulder injury. He sustained an AC joint sprain against Denver and did not practice, leaving his availability uncertain and making tight end depth an important part of the Week 4 picture.

The Rams must weigh a potential opportunity for Klare against uncertainty around Parkinson. Ferguson’s expected absence is the clearest status among the tight ends, while Parkinson’s practice participation remains relevant to the offensive plan.

Nacua’s Expected Return Offers an Offensive Option

Nacua was listed as limited in Thursday’s practice, and McVay said he expects the receiver to play. A hip ailment kept him out of the Week 2 and Week 3 games.

The report describes an injury history that began during training camp, when Nacua dealt with a groin or psoas issue before the problem was later characterized as a hip ailment. His expected availability does not establish that the underlying issue has fully resolved.

Nacua’s expected return offers an option at receiver as the Rams manage uncertainty at tight end. His availability and Klare’s potential involvement are separate questions for the offensive plan against Philadelphia.

Defensive Availability Remains Uncertain

Jaylen Watson dislocated his shoulder against Denver and is expected to be out. Kamren Kinchens is expected to miss a third consecutive game because of a hamstring injury sustained in Week 1.

Josh Wallace was limited in practice because of a shoulder injury. He played through the previous game, but the available information does not settle his Week 4 status.

Aaron Donald did not practice for a second consecutive day and is listed as questionable with a sore back. Nate Landman also did not practice and is questionable with a shoulder injury.

Week 4 Injury Status Across the Rams Roster

Rams Depth Will Be Tested Against Philadelphia

Availability at tight end and in the secondary could affect how the Rams distribute responsibilities against Philadelphia. Ferguson is expected to miss the game, Parkinson’s status remains uncertain, and Watson and Kinchens are expected to be unavailable.

Nacua is expected to play, but the report leaves other availability questions unresolved. Donald, Landman, Parkinson and Wallace have different reported statuses, and the available information does not settle their final availability.