ESPN analyst voices concern over Rams' aging roster ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 2:05 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Sean McVay's Los Angeles Rams are considered preseason Super Bowl contenders after finishing last season 12-5 and narrowly losing to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game. Analyst Kevin Clark expressed concern about the team's veteran-heavy roster, noting that an aging lineup can lead to injury risks. Players like Myles Garrett have been held out of practice, raising questions about their fitness. Despite these worries, Clark still believes in the Rams' potential to succeed this season, as they have bolstered their defense and have a talented roster. The Rams aim to return to Super Bowl glory four years after their last title.
- •Rams finished last season with a 12-5 record
- •Narrowly lost to Seahawks in NFC Championship
- •Kevin Clark highlights concern over aging roster
- •Myles Garrett has missed recent practice due to injury
- •Rams traded for Garrett to enhance defense
- 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — ‘It Could Backfire’ — ESPN Analyst Boldly Warns Sean McVay’s Rams’ ‘Superteam’ Over 1 Major Concern
"Coach Sean McVay’s Los Angeles Rams are one of the preseason favorites to win the Super Bowl next season. The Rams finished last season with a 12-5 record and lost narrowly 31-27 to the eventual Super Bowl champions, the Seattle Seahawks, in the NFC Championship Game.
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