Emmanuel Forbes Jr. doesn't play against 49ers, raises Rams secondary concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:52 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

In their season opener against the San Francisco 49ers, the Los Angeles Rams did not utilize cornerback Emmanuel Forbes Jr., surprising many as Josh Wallace took his place. This decision came despite Forbes being the team's best outside corner last season. Following an injury to Kam Curl, Jaylen McCollough was pressed into service, which raised questions about the Rams' defensive strategy moving forward. With the New York Giants on the horizon, the effectiveness of the Rams' secondary is under scrutiny. Speculation arises about Forbes' role on the team and potential trade discussions, particularly in light of the challenging matchup ahead.
- •Forbes did not play a snap against the 49ers.
- •Josh Wallace played ahead of Forbes, raising questions about player usage.
- •Jaylen McCollough stepped in due to Kam Curl's injury.
- •The Rams face a challenging matchup against the Giants in Week 2.
- •Concerns grow about the secondary's capability following a tough opener.
- 1:52 PMYahoo Sports — Emmanuel Forbes Jr.'s lack of snaps raises questions about Rams secondary
"Rams CB Emmanuel Forbes Jr. didn't play a single snap against the 49ers, with Josh Wallace playing ahead of him.
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