Rams expect CB Jaylen Watson could return against the Bills this week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 8:32 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay announced that cornerback Jaylen Watson is hopeful to practice this week and play against the Buffalo Bills on Monday night. Watson missed Week 4 due to a shoulder injury sustained in the Rams' Week 3 loss to the Broncos. His absence was felt in the win over the Eagles, where Josh Wallace filled in. The Rams view Watson’s potential return as crucial against a formidable Bills offense. McVay cautioned that while there is optimism, Watson's participation is not guaranteed.
- •Jaylen Watson suffered a dislocated shoulder in Week 3.
- •Watson missed the Rams' Week 4 victory over the Eagles.
- •McVay is optimistic about Watson's return to practice this week.
- •Watson signed a three-year, $51 million contract in the offseason.
- •The Rams play the Buffalo Bills next Monday night.
- 8:32 PMYahoo Sports — Rams hopeful that injured starting CB will return this week vs. Bills
"Sean McVay shared some encouraging news on Rams CB Jaylen Watson, who missed Week 4 with a shoulder injury.
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