Josh Wallace steps up for Rams following Jaylen Watson's injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 3:15 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

The Los Angeles Rams face a significant challenge as cornerback Jaylen Watson is out for the season due to a shoulder injury sustained against the Los Angeles Chargers. Josh Wallace, a recent addition to the team, is expected to fill the void in the secondary. Wallace has already played substantial snaps this season, ranking 10th among corners with at least 20% of maximum snaps. While he has performed well statistically, concerns persist about his penalty count. As the Rams consider their options, they must decide whether to trust Wallace as a long-term solution or seek outside help before the trade deadline.
- •Jaylen Watson ruled out for the remainder of the season due to injury.
- •Josh Wallace ranks 10th among NFL corners in performance metrics.
- •Wallace has played more coverage snaps than key offseason additions.
- •Rams may need to rely on Wallace as trade deadline approaches.
- •Officials have flagged Wallace six times for penalties this season.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Have faith in Josh Wallace
"Rams are in good hands with Josh Wallace following Jaylen Watson’s season-ending injury
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