Kamren Kinchens joins Rams injury list after Week 1 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 5:40 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Los Angeles Rams safety Kamren Kinchens sustained a hamstring injury during Week 1 against the San Francisco 49ers. Head coach Sean McVay confirmed the injury during the 'Coach McVay Show,' although he did not provide details on the severity. Kinchens played 52 of 65 defensive snaps in the opener. The Rams have not yet held practice for the week, with their next game against the New York Giants on Monday night. An injury report is expected on Thursday, with coordination on Kinchens’ availability.
- •Kamren Kinchens suffered a hamstring injury in Week 1.
- •Sean McVay provided updates but no specifics on injury severity.
- •Kinchens played 80% of defensive snaps against the 49ers.
- •The Rams have their next game on Monday night against the Giants.
- •Injury report to be released on Thursday.
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McVay reveals Kamren Kinchens also got injured in Week 1
"Kam Curl wasn't the only Rams safety who got banged up against the 49ers. Kamren Kinchens also injured his hamstring in the loss.
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