Rams face roster depth and health concerns entering 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

The Los Angeles Rams enter the 2026 season as favorites to win the Super Bowl following an aggressive roster overhaul that added Myles Garrett, Aaron Donald, Trent McDuffie, and Jaylen Watson. Despite the high expectations, the team faces significant concerns regarding depth at the offensive tackle position, with Keagen Trost and Justin Dedich currently on injured reserve. The team also navigates uncertainty regarding the health of 38-year-old quarterback Matthew Stafford and potential NFL suspensions for Puka Nacua and Alaric Jackson. Internal pressure remains high following the team's loss in the previous NFC title game, with seven prime-time games slated for the upcoming schedule. Head coach Sean McVay must manage these variables while integrating a star-filled roster that remains under heavy scrutiny to secure a championship title.
- •Keagen Trost and Justin Dedich are on injured reserve and will miss at least four games.
- •Matthew Stafford enters the season at age 38, leaving the team with limited experience behind him in backups Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson.
- •Puka Nacua and Alaric Jackson face potential NFL suspensions for off-field incidents.
- •The Rams face heavy pressure to secure a title after reaching the NFC title game last season.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — 5 things that could derail Rams' Super Bowl hopes this season
"The Rams are the Super Bowl favorites, but there are some concerns that could pop up this season.
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