The Los Angeles Rams enter their critical divisional clash against the Arizona Cardinals with a familiar challenge: managing a depleted roster. Head coach Sean McVay confirmed that defensive linemen Myles Garrett and cornerback Trent McDuffie are currently listed as questionable for Sunday’s matchup. While Garrett skipped Friday’s practice session, McVay characterized the decision as a precautionary measure to keep the star defender fresh, noting that Garrett is “feeling good” and building momentum from a dominant performance in the previous week. The head coach expressed strong confidence that Garrett will suit up, signaling that the Rams intend to field their best available lineup despite the ongoing attrition.
Sean McVay remains optimistic as Los Angeles navigates a thin roster against division rivals.
Meanwhile, the status of McDuffie and wide receiver Kam Curl remains uncertain as both players practiced in a limited capacity. McDuffie, who has missed three of the last four games, is a pivotal piece of the secondary, and McVay indicated he is “optimistic” about the cornerback’s return. Curl presents a different narrative; despite missing all of last week’s practice due to a foot injury, he managed to play against the Washington Commanders. The coaching staff will monitor both players’ physical responses throughout the week to finalize their game-day decisions, highlighting the Rams’ reliance on short-term availability rather than long-term health for key contributors.
The injury list also includes confirmed absences for Terrance Ferguson and Steve Avila, both of whom are out with hamstring injuries expected to sideline them for multiple weeks. With these key defensive and offensive line pieces missing, the Rams must rely on depth and strategic adjustments to avoid another letdown against their NFC West rivals. The full injury report will be released following Friday’s practice, providing the final clarity on whether Los Angeles can field a competitive unit capable of securing a vital divisional victory.
Source: Yahoo Sports
