NFL · 2026 season · 2–2 against the closing spread
Los Angeles Rams
Next: Rams vs. Bills, Mon Oct 12, 8:15 PM ET. Rams −3, opened −2.5, total 54.5. Priced in
Rams Injury Report · Week 5
| Player | Pos | Status this week | Worth (pts) | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaylen Watson | CB | Out → Questionable | -0.4 | Tue Oct 6, 2:33 PM |
| Aaron Donald | EDGE | Out → Questionable | -0.4 | Tue Oct 6, 2:33 PM |
| Colby Parkinson | TE | Out → Questionable | -0.0 | Tue Oct 6, 2:33 PM |
Starters only, as reported by the team and ESPN. Worth = his value over his healthy backup, in points against the Rams. Questionable starters have sat 36% of the time this season.
Latest Rams News
Rams bring in veteran linebacker Kendricks on practice squad
Los Angeles signed linebacker Eric Kendricks to its practice squad. He adds experienced depth at linebacker and could be elevated for the Bills game. ProFootballTalk
Garrett stuck on injured reserve, will miss Rams-Bills
Sean McVay said defensive end Myles Garrett is progressing well but must remain on injured reserve at least one more week. That rules him out for the Rams' game against Buffalo, with no return date set. ProFootballTalk
McVay says Donald on track to play against Bills
Rams coach Sean McVay indicated defensive lineman Aaron Donald is trending toward playing in Week 5. His return would significantly strengthen the Los Angeles front against Buffalo. ProFootballTalk
Rams Beat Eagles 24–20
Final: Los Angeles Rams 24, Philadelphia Eagles 20. The closing line was Eagles +3.5; Los Angeles covered by 0.5. The 44 combined points went over the closing total of 43. The market moved Los Angeles 1 points over Jaylen Watson's absence (−2.5 to −3.5); Rams beat that closing number by 0.5. The market moved Los Angeles 0.5 points over Aaron Donald's absence (−3 to −3.5); Rams beat that closing number by 0.5.
Rain Chance for Rams at Eagles
The forecast for kickoff at Lincoln Financial Field calls for a 52% chance of rain. Forecasts change; this note updates as the game gets closer.
Nacua expected to play full workload for Rams at Philadelphia
The Rams do not plan to restrict Puka Nacua's snaps in Sunday's game against the Eagles. That removes doubt about a limited role for their top receiver. ESPN
No firm timeline for Rams pass rusher Garrett's knee
Sean McVay said the Rams are not committing to a specific return timeline for defensive end Myles Garrett, pushing back on a report of a roughly six-week absence with a knee injury. Garrett will not be available against Philadelphia, leaving the Rams short on edge pressure. ProFootballTalk
Rams move tight end Ferguson to injured reserve
Los Angeles placed tight end Terrance Ferguson on injured reserve, meaning he misses Sunday's game at Philadelphia and at least several more beyond it. That removes him from the tight end rotation for multiple weeks. ProFootballTalk
Donald out for Rams at Philadelphia
The Rams will be without defensive tackle Aaron Donald against the Eagles. Philadelphia's injury report also includes linebacker Zack Baun and receiver DeVonta Smith. Philadelphia Eagles (team site)
Rams to have Nacua at Philadelphia; Donald sidelined
Aaron Donald will not play against the Eagles, while Puka Nacua is expected to be available. Nacua's return boosts the Rams' passing game, but the defense stays without Donald. ProFootballTalk
Rams cut punt returner Xavier Smith before Eagles trip
Los Angeles waived receiver Xavier Smith, who had handled punt return duties for the Rams this season and last. The Rams will need a new returner in Philadelphia. Los Angeles Rams (team site)
Rams Beat Giants 28–6 Despite Winston Starting
Final: New York Giants 6, Los Angeles Rams 28. Jameis Winston started at quarterback for New York in place of Jaxson Dart and went 11/27 for 111 yards, 0 touchdowns and 1 interception. The closing line was Rams −6.5; Los Angeles covered by 15.5. The market moved Los Angeles 0.5 points over Puka Nacua's absence (−7 to −6.5); Rams beat that closing number by 15.5.
2026 Season: How the Line Moved
| Week | Game | Opened | Closed | Move | Result | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs. 49ers | −3.5 | −3.5 | — | L 7–27 | Didn't cover |
| 2 | vs. Giants | −9.5 | −6.5 | +3.0 | W 28–6 | Covered |
| 3 | at Broncos | −2.5 | −1 | +1.5 | L 26–30 | Didn't cover |
| 4 | at Eagles | −2.5 | −3.5 | −1.0 | W 24–20 | Covered |
| 5 | vs. Bills | −2.5 | −3 | −0.5 | Upcoming | — |
| 6 | vs. Cardinals | −10.5 | −10.5 | — | Upcoming | — |
The Rams' consensus spread (median of U.S. sportsbooks and Kalshi) at our first look and at kickoff. A positive move means the market moved against the Rams.