Rams Replace Kicker Lucas Havrisik with Brett Maher
The decision comes after Havrisik's missed extra points and as the Rams clinch a playoff spot, signaling a need for more experience in the kicking game.
- The Los Angeles Rams have decided to bring back kicker Brett Maher, replacing Lucas Havrisik who was cut from the team.
- Havrisik missed two extra points in the Rams' recent 26-25 victory over the New York Giants, contributing to the Rams' season total of 15 missed combined field goals and extra points, the most of any team this season.
- Earlier this season, Maher was 7-of-7 on field goals under 40 yards, 7-of-9 on field goals from 40-49 yards and 3-of-7 on field goals 50 yards or longer.
- The Rams' decision to replace Havrisik comes as they have clinched a playoff spot, with coach Sean McVay indicating the need for a more experienced kicker.
- The Rams will finish the regular season on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, entering the NFC playoffs as either the sixth or seventh seed.