Rams Sign Brandon McManus as Third Kicker
The Rams signed veteran kicker Brandon McManus after releasing Harrison Mevis and losing Blake Grupe to a knee ligament tear, giving Los Angeles a new option for Week 7.
The Rams signed veteran kicker Brandon McManus after releasing Harrison Mevis and losing Blake Grupe to a knee ligament tear, giving Los Angeles a new option for Week 7.
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Trent McDuffie is questionable for the Rams' Week 6 matchup with Arizona after missing Friday's practice because of a groin issue. Kam Curl is also listed questionable.
The Rams signed kicker Blake Grupe from the Jets practice squad after moving on from Harrison Mevis. The change adds another personnel shift before Los Angeles hosts Arizona.
Ramblin Fan argues that Seattle's late-game quarterback problem is more serious than Matthew Stafford's uneven Rams start because of turnovers, execution and rushing support.
Los Angeles beat Philadelphia 24-20 on Oct. 11 without Aaron Donald and Myles Garrett. The Rams held the Eagles to 172 yards and went 12-for-12 on third-down defense.
The Rams signed Blake Grupe after a difficult five-game stretch for Chase Mevis. His career numbers provide context for the kicking change and the next roster decision.
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Los Angeles is 1-2 and two games behind San Francisco in the NFC West standings. Washington’s win over Seattle helped the Rams, but the division race now turns on what Los Angeles does next.
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