Rams linebacker Nate Landman suffers shoulder injury in loss to 49ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 3:37 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Nate Landman sustained a shoulder injury during Thursday's season opener against the San Francisco 49ers. The injury occurred with four minutes remaining in the fourth quarter following a catch by Christian McCaffrey. The Rams were trailing by 20 points at the time, leading to criticism regarding the use of starters during the game's final minutes. Trainers examined Landman on the sideline, where he was observed holding his left arm in visible discomfort. Because the contest was effectively decided, Landman did not return to the field. The team has not yet released specific details regarding the severity of his status moving forward.
- •Nate Landman sustained a shoulder injury late in the fourth quarter on Thursday.
- •The Rams lost the opening game to the 49ers by 20 points.
- •Landman serves as the defensive captain and primary signal caller for the team.
- •The injury occurred during the final four minutes of the contest.
- 3:37 AMYahoo Sports — Rams defensive captain suffers injury in garbage time vs. 49ers
"Rams LB Nate Landman suffered an apparent hand injury late against the 49ers when LA was trailing by 20.
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