Terrance Ferguson had a setback in practice last week and the details coming out are that Ferguson is expected to miss a few weeks. Will Ferguson be able to stay healthy enough to play again for the Los Angeles Rams in 2026? The expectation is, yes, but he was expected to play in Week 9 and that didn’t happen. That’s concerning.
Add in that Puka Nacua could miss Week 10, and if there is no Ferguson, the Rams may not have a reliable pass catcher. Will the Rams make a trade before Tuesday’s deadline?
If so, is there a receiver who can join and truly help the Rams less than a week later against the Arizona Cardinals?
The Rams may have to roll with who they have, and after Nacua, the Rams passing game is a question mark, and that’s not a great look halfway into the NFL season.
Sean McVay shares disappointing update on Terrance Ferguson’s latest injury (ramswire)
““Pulled his hamstring. You can’t make it up, can you?” McVay said, visibly disappointed. “He was running just a standard out-cut, felt his hamstring pull and probably be another couple weeks for him.”
The Rams play the Cardinals next week, a game that Ferguson is almost certain to miss. After that, they have a bye in Week 11 before returning to face the Packers in Week 12 on Thanksgiving Eve. The Rams are going to take it a week at a time with Ferguson, as McVay wants to avoid any scenario where he isn’t activated before the 21-day window closes.“
Puka Nacua, Myles Garrett lead Rams to 20-13 win over Commanders (espn.com)
““I thought our guys did a great job of being able to find a way,” coach Sean McVay said. “There was a lot of opportunities that we missed offensively to make plays, extend drives, but they did enough. I love the way that Matthew responded after the turnover where he leads us down the field — had a bunch of gutsy conversions.”
Stafford threw for 219 yards with an interception on 26-of-43 passing. Nacua, seemingly open all afternoon, was the target on 19 of those attempts.
“He was awesome,” McVay said. “That’s one of the things that we want to be able to show as coaches, is show confidence to come right back to you. He made a bunch of plays. We needed all 14 of those catches.”
Fans knew Rams needed another WR before Puka Nacua’s late injury vs. Commanders (ramblinfan)
“Stafford’s first-half interception captured it perfectly. With no one to throw to and passes being dropped like hot coals, he forced the ball into double coverage targeting Nacua on the sideline for an easy pick. It was a poor decision to let that one go, but his frustration is understandable. The offense is predictable. It’s not going to work in the long term.
In the trade market, names within a realistic price range for the Rams may not be among the most enticing available. Armed with only four draft picks next season, and without a first-rounder until 2028, can they afford to meet the asking pricefor the Jaguars’ Brian Thomas Jr. or the Colts’ Michael Downs?“
Rams WR Puka Nacua injured his knee on final play, will get MRI (ramswire)
“Washington Commanders, but about 90 minutes after the game ended, some concerning news was shared regarding the Los Angeles Rams receiver’s health.
Adam Schefter of ESPN reported after the game that Nacua injured his knee on the Rams’ final offensive snap and will get an MRI to determine the severity. The play was a jet sweep handoff to Nacua that picked up 5 yards.
Schefter added that the Rams don’t believe he suffered a torn ACL, but the MRI will give them more information.
In the Rams’ 20-13 win, Nacua caught 14 of his 19 targets for 150 yards and a touchdown. He also had two carries for 20 yards.“
Rams Week 9 Stock Report: Myles Garrett and 4 Others Surge, but 2 Rams Slip in Washington (athlonsports)
“Garrett finished with three sacks, a forced fumble, three tackles for loss and three quarterback hits in his first game since Week 1. His 93.7 grade led the Rams, and he had eight pressures on 37 snaps, according to PFF.
He’s the first Ram with three or more sacks and a forced fumble in a game since Donald in 2020, according to the team. “Just getting back to who I am,” Garrett said.“
Aaron Donald’s interview after his first game with Myles Garrett was hilarious (ramswire)
“Donald’s postgame interview in the locker room was hilarious, as the three-time Defensive Player of the Year was cracking jokes and laughing like crazy.
“I did, man!” Donald said excitedly when asked if he got some one-on-ones Sunday. “I got close. Every time I got close, they got the ball out. I’m like, ‘Damn, they don’t want me to have a damn sack.’ But it’s all good. As long as we win, I’m good, man. But my ops were there. I had some good rushes, some clean wins but every time I got close, he got the ball out. But it’s all good. We got a good win, though.”
Rams should trade for not one, but two Colts receivers (ramswire)
“Allen is on a one-year contract, and considering his many years with the Los Angeles Chargers, moving back to Southern California shouldn’t be much of an issue. Despite his veteran age, Allen remains highly useful, especially as he’s able to find space against a variety of coverages. He’s excellent at reading the blitz and turning into a hot read. Plus, he’s a critical, reliable target on third down. The Rams are struggling to pass the ball in general, and Allen could help fix execution issues immediately.
The other pass catcher is Downs. The Rams need a playmaker who can naturally stretch the field, while serving in a role that has ups and downs in usage. Also in the final year of his rookie deal – he’s Nacua’s 2023 draft classmate – the Rams wouldn’t have to be attached to a big contract for long. Plus, Downs could be a natural successor to Davante Adams, as long as the team is willing to switch up their offense while writing two massive checks. One to Downs, the other to Nacua.“
Browns 2027 NFL draft positioning: Flip spots with Rams after Week 9 results (sports.yahoo)
“The Cleveland Browns loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 9 has a chance to define the team’s season, as “the same ol’ Browns” is now back in play, unfortunately. Strangely enough, Cleveland did not see their AFC playoff position change at all, remaining in a tie for the final playoff spot, despite a level of despondency among the fanbase after two straight defeats.
With the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday, it will be interesting if the Browns’ strategy changes now that they sit 5-4. Cleveland fans may have also changed their focus to the upcoming 2027 NFL draft order and what could be added, especially with an extra first-round pick from the Los Angeles Rams.
The Rams got Myles Garrett back in Week 9, and he put on a show. As noted in DBN’s Feed, he wasn’t the only Myles to do so this week:“
2026 NFL season, Week 9: What We Learned from Sunday’s games (nfl.com)
“Around The NFL breaks down what you need to know from Sunday’s action in Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season. Catch up on each game’s biggest takeaways using the links below:
Madrid
- Cincinnati Bengals 34, Atlanta Falcons 17
Early Window
- Denver Broncos 26, Carolina Panthers 21
- Dallas Cowboys 27, Indianapolis Colts 23
- Kansas City Chiefs 35, New York Jets 12
- Detroit Lions 19, Miami Dolphins 9
- New Orleans Saints 23, Cleveland Browns 22 (OT)
- New York Giants 19, Philadelphia Eagles 11
- Los Angeles Rams 20, Washington Commanders 13
Late Window
- Houston Texans 44, Los Angeles Chargers 22
- San Francisco 49ers 38, Las Vegas Raiders 17
- Green Bay Packers 45, New England Patriots 27
- Seattle Seahawks 17, Arizona Cardinals 3
Sunday Night
Chicago Bears 27, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24”
Report: Jaguars acquiring safety Jessie Bates III from Falcons for two draft picks (nfl.com)
“The Jacksonville Jaguars are acquiring safety Jessie Bates from the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for a 2027 second-pick and 2028 fifth-round selection, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday.
Atlanta is paying most of Bates’ $6.5 million salary to complete the deal, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported.
Bates, 29, has started all nine games for the Falcons this year, logging 60 tackles, an interception and a fumble return for a touchdown.“
