As the Los Angeles Rams gear up to face the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3, injuries are a major factor to consider. Here’s the latest update on the statuses of key players:
Rams Injury Update
Puka Nacua (WR) – Questionable
Wide receiver Puka Nacua’s availability for the upcoming game is uncertain. He is listed as questionable, and his status may depend on how he progresses in practice throughout the week. Nacua also popped up on the injury report last week, so he’ll likely play through it again, but it’s something to monitor.
Joe Noteboom (OT) – Questionable
Offensive tackle Joe Noteboom suffered a deep bruise on his shoulder during the Rams’ recent game against the 49ers. Noteboom has been cleared to play.
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Cooper Kupp (WR) – Injured Reserve
Star wide receiver Cooper Kupp remains on injured reserve with a hamstring issue. Coach Sean McVay hopes to have Kupp back in action by Week 5 against Philadelphia, which means he’ll miss the Bengals game.
Stetson Bennett (QB) – Out
The Rams have placed quarterback Stetson Bennett on the reserve/NFI (Non-Football Injury) list, ruling him out for the upcoming game.
Hunter Long (TE) – Injured Reserve
Tight end Hunter Long is on injured reserve due to a thigh injury.
Ochaun Mathis (LB) – Injured Reserve
Linebacker Ochaun Mathis has missed the first two weeks after being placed on injured reserve following a knee injury.