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Rams Say They Won't Add A Receiver After Davante Adams' Hamstring Rupture

Coach Sean McVay says the team will lean on existing receivers and tight ends during Adams' six-to-10-week recovery, leaving roster moves to be sorted before the trade deadline.

Overview

  • Davante Adams suffered a ruptured left semitendinosus and will undergo surgery after the injury in the loss to the Arizona Cardinals, and the Rams placed him on injured reserve with an estimated six-to-10-week absence.
  • Sean McVay told reporters the team has not had internal discussions about bringing in an outside wide receiver and will instead use the current roster to cover targets.
  • Puka Nacua is expected to remain the Rams' primary target while Konata Mumpfield moves into the WR2 role and other receivers and tight ends like Tyler Higbee will absorb more snaps.
  • The active roster currently lists six wide receivers, including Tutu Atwell, Jordan Whittington, Alex Bachman, and rookie CJ Daniels, plus multiple tight ends available for expanded roles.
  • Los Angeles enters the roster-decision window at 2-4 with multiple injuries, so the choice to rely on internal depth affects short-term game plans and raises pressure on the team before the trade deadline and the Week 11 bye.