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Rams Activate Ahkello Witherspoon From IR to Face Panthers

The move bolsters a reshaped cornerback group during Los Angeles’ push for the NFC’s top seed.

Overview

  • Witherspoon returns after a nine-game absence caused by a Week 2 broken scapula, following his practice window opening on Wednesday.
  • The transaction is the Rams’ first injured-reserve activation of the season, leaving seven activations available per reports.
  • Los Angeles added further depth by claiming cornerback Derion Kendrick off waivers after Roger McCreary was placed on IR.
  • The cornerback rotation now includes Emmanuel Forbes, Darious Williams, Cobie Durant, Derion Kendrick, and Josh Wallace with Witherspoon reentering the mix.
  • Wide receiver Tutu Atwell began his return-to-play window and could be activated soon as the 9-2 Rams defend the NFC’s No. 1 seed and the league’s top scoring defense.