Sean McVay details Ronnie Rivers' key role with Rams as third running back
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:33 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay emphasized the importance of Ronnie Rivers as the team's No. 3 running back. With Kyren Williams and Blake Corum expected to lead the backfield, Rivers has solidified his position despite missing both preseason games. McVay expressed high trust in Rivers, citing his versatility in running, receiving, and blocking roles. This trust highlights Rivers' potential to step in if either Williams or Corum is unavailable during the season. Jarquez Hunter, who has been competing for the third spot, may be in jeopardy of losing his roster position due to McVay's confidence in Rivers.
- •Ronnie Rivers is positioned as the Rams' No. 3 running back.
- •Sean McVay values Rivers for his versatility in various roles.
- •Rivers missed both preseason games but remains trusted by McVay.
- •Jarquez Hunter's competition for the third spot may not be enough.
- •Rivers' contributions were evident in last year's NFC title game.
- 1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McVay explains what makes Ronnie Rivers so valuable to Rams
"Ronnie Rivers seems entrenched as the Rams' No. 3 running back, and Sean McVay explained what makes him so valuable.
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