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Los Angeles Rams finalize 2026 initial 53-man roster

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Los Angeles Rams finalize 2026 initial 53-man roster
Summary

The Los Angeles Rams confirmed their initial 53-man roster on August 30, maintaining substantial continuity from the previous season. The team kept most of its core personnel after an deep postseason run last year. Aaron Donald returns to the defensive line after a hiatus, joining returning starters Kobie Turner, Poona Ford, and Braden Fiske. Myles Garrett joins the outside linebacker group following a June trade, while Ronnie Rivers secures a spot at running back. Nine offensive linemen made the final cut this year, down from ten in the previous initial roster. The team holds its current lineup as it approaches the regular season opening week.

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  • •The Rams kept 53 players on the initial roster following final preseason cuts.
  • •Aaron Donald returns to the defensive line rotation after a two-year absence.
  • •Myles Garrett joins the roster at outside linebacker after an offseason trade.
  • •Ronnie Rivers earns a spot as the team's third running back.
  • •The team reduced its offensive line group to nine players this season.
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  • 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Comparing Rams' 53-man roster to last year's: What's changed for LA?
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The Rams didn't make major changes to their roster this year, with many of the same players returning from 2025.

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