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The Cleveland Browns' decision to trade star pass-rusher Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams this past offseason reportedly set off a process that ended with the Chicago Bears acquiring defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans.
Ian Rapoport reports that Myles Garrett, the Rams’ star defensive end sidelined by a knee injury since Week 1, is expected to return to practice this week and could be game‑ready as early as next week. His comeback could boost a 3‑4 Los Angeles team that has missed his pass‑rush pressure, especially ahead of a showdown with winless Chargers. The optimism around Garrett’s return fuels hopes that the Rams’ offseason investment will pay off and improve their 4‑4 trajectory.
The Los Angeles Rams experiment with a three‑kicker package for their Week 8 showdown against the Los Angeles Chargers, activating veteran Brandon McManus, rookie Joshua Karty and punter Ethan Evans. McManus will handle field goals while Karty, known for his knuckleball kickoffs, is expected to boost weak kickoff coverage. The move follows a recent special‑teams collapse, including a game where Raiders returners broke off 40‑plus‑yard returns. Coach Sean McVay hopes the unconventional strategy will spark improvement as the Rams also grapple with injuries to Davante Adams and a roster full of pending free agents.
Madison Beer dazzles in a black‑and‑white Minnie Mouse costume at a Chrome Hearts Halloween party in Los Angeles, sparking a viral X post with nearly 500,000 views. The New York Post runs a provocative headline—“Madison Beer gets groped at Halloween party without Justin Herbert”—after identifying the hand‑on‑her‑chest as friend Frankie Starks, a Chrome Hearts creator. The story also notes NFL quarterback Justin Herbert’s upcoming game against the Rams and his recent grocery‑run buzz. Fans criticize the headline as overblown, questioning the media spin on a friendly party pose.
The Los Angeles Chargers will be aiming for a post-bye turnaround this week. Can we see some improvement?
The Los Angeles Chargers return from their bye to face the Rams on Sunday, Nov. 1, with kickoff at 1:05 p.m. PT. The game streams on FOX (broadcast team: Adam Amin, Drew Brees, Kristina Pink) and is available live via YouTube TV, NFL+, and several regional radio stations including KFI AM‑640. Coach Mike McDaniel stays as offensive coordinator, and the Chargers will wear an all‑white uniform as the road team at SoFi Stadium. The article also highlights the SB Nation app’s new game‑chat feature for fans.
With Davante Adams on injured reserve, Los Angeles Rams wideout Konata Mumpfield is set to keep his expanded role against the Chargers in Week 8. Over the past two weeks he logged five targets, three catches for 30 yards and played roughly 45% of offensive snaps, stepping up when Puka Nacua was unavailable. However, his production remains modest as Matthew Stafford still favors Nacua. The Rams’ receiving depth could shift further if tight end Colby Parkinson (rib injury) or wide receiver Jordan Whittington (back tightness) miss Sunday’s game, potentially opening more targets for Mumpfield alongside Tutu Atwell and other options.
The Los Angeles Chargers officially placed star safety Derwin James Jr. on the reserve/IR list a day before their matchup with the Los Angeles Rams, confirming fears about his hamstring issue. The five‑time Pro Bowler, who has posted 21 tackles and a pass break‑up this season, suffered the injury early against the Raiders and has now been sidelined for an extended period. The move comes as the 0‑6 Chargers battle injuries and look to give younger players experience ahead of 2027, while the Rams – coached by Jim Harbaugh – aim to exploit the defensive void.
The Los Angeles Rams promote kicker Josh Karty and veteran long snapper Jake McQuaide from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of their Week 8 showdown with the Los Angeles Chargers. With starting long snapper Joe Cardona doubtful after an ankle injury against the Raiders, McQuaide— a two‑time Pro Bowler who previously served the Rams—will handle snapping duties. Karty, a 2024 sixth‑round pick who hit 29 of 34 field goals as a rookie, provides another kickoff option alongside primary kicker Brandon McManus. The Rams, now 3‑4, hope the moves bolster special teams against winless Chargers (0‑6).
Former Rams and Chargers quarterback Jim Everett rallies behind Justin Herbert as the Chargers stumble to an 0‑6 start. Everett blames not just Herbert but a depleted supporting cast – a thin tight‑end group, a three‑man wide‑receiver rotation, a rookie‑laden O‑line that allowed 21 sacks in six games, and the rollout of new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel’s system. Herbert’s modest 1,141 passing yards, eight interceptions and five touchdowns highlight the struggles, while the run game remains average at 4.2 yards per carry (13th overall). The Chargers hope to snap the skid against the St. Louis Rams Sunday at 1:25 p.m. PT.
The Rams promote kicker K Joshua Karty and long snapper Jake McQuaide to the active roster for Week 12. Karty, a 24‑year‑old former sixth‑round pick from Stanford, spent 2025 on the practice squad after being waived, then briefly joined Arizona before being released in June. He appeared in eight games last season, converting 10 of 15 field goals and 23 of 26 extra points. McQuaide also moves up, bolstering the special teams unit for the upcoming matchup.
Aaron Donald returns from retirement to the Los Angeles Rams untroubled by his current sack drought. The veteran defensive end says he’s focused on team success over personal stats, emphasizing winning above all. Despite not yet recording a sack this season, Donald’s résumé includes a Super Bowl, three Defensive Player of the Year awards and ten Pro Bowls, and he historically posts at least five sacks per season. The Rams sit 3-4 in the NFC West with a strong defense, and Donald eyes his next impact against the Chargers on Sunday at 1:25 p.m. PT.
The Los Angeles Rams’ 2026 rookie class has contributed virtually nothing, with five draft picks logging only six total games and just one offensive snap from tight end Max Klare. First‑round quarterback Ty Simpson hasn’t taken a snap, while defensive tackle Tim Keenan is now playing for the Raiders, and other picks like C.J. Daniels and Keagen Trost remain unused or injured. The article argues that GM Les Snead’s focus on future development left the team without immediate help, especially as the Rams face injuries and depth woes at tight end, receiver, and line. It urges the Rams to give rookies meaningful snaps, noting that other teams have found rookie contributors to boost Super Bowl runs.
Micah Parsons is set to return to the Green Bay Packers after an 11‑month rehab from a torn ACL suffered on Dec. 14, 2025. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero says Parsons will resume practice next week and is slated to make his 2026 debut on Thanksgiving Eve, Nov. 25, in the Week 12 primetime showdown against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. The Packers hope his elite pass‑rushing skill will boost their defense for the playoff push, with Parsons expected to be activated to the 53‑man roster for the game.
After a Week 7, 35‑21 loss to the Rams that left the Las Vegas Raiders at 3‑4, insider Tom Pelissero reports that pass‑rusher Max Crosby wants to stay in Las Vegas and isn’t pushing for a trade, despite lingering Cowboys interest and a looming November 10 deadline. The 29‑year‑old, who signed a three‑year, $106.5 million extension in 2025, previously fell out of a Ravens deal after a failed physical. Crosby voiced frustration over the skid but remains focused on a playoff push as the Raiders face the Jets in Week 8, putting GM John Spytek under pressure to decide his future.
The Packers sit 5-3 after a 27-19 win over the Panthers, with Jordan Love playing MVP‑caliber despite drops and line issues. Their defense, ranked ninth overall, leads the league in sacks (22) and takeaways (15) even without star pass rusher Micah Parsons. ESPN reports the team is targeting the Thanksgiving Eve matchup against the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 25 (Week 12) for Parsons' return, after he cleared his latest rehab markers. Parsons posted 12.5 sacks in 2025, and his comeback could boost an already dominant unit for the final stretch of the season.
The Los Angeles Angels close 2026 with their first 100‑loss season and face a massive overhaul. New owner Stan Kroenke—who now also owns the Rams, Nuggets, Avalanche and Arsenal—is set to take over, while interim baseball chief John Mozeliak guides the front office after GM Perry Minasian’s June firing. Contracts include Mike Trout’s $141.8 M deal through 2030 and a $64 M payroll commitment for 2027, with several arbitration‑eligible players and non‑tender candidates like Jose Siri and Josh Lowe. The club will also hire a new manager after Kurt Suzuki’s one‑year stint, making the 2027 direction uncertain but potentially long‑term focused.
The Los Angeles Rams host the winless Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 1, with a 1:05 p.m. PDT kickoff on FOX. Both teams share the venue, but the Rams are the designated home side. The Rams (3‑4) need a win to stay near the wild‑card pack, while the Chargers (0‑6) hope a bye week resets their struggling offense, which ranks near the league bottom in points and yards. Key Rams injuries include starters Coleman Shelton (hip), Colby Parkinson (ribs), Jordan Whittington (back) and Trent McDuffie (groin). The game streams on the Rams app, NFL+, Peacock, Paramount+ and more; radio options span ESPN LA 710 AM, regional AM/FM stations, SiriusXM, and international apps.
Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons aims to return for Thanksgiving against the Rams after a knee injury sidelined him on the PUP list since training camp. The 26‑year‑old, a former Cowboys No. 12 pick who posted 12.5 sacks in 2025, received a four‑year, $186 million extension through 2029 after Green Bay traded for him. Parsons' rehab continues, but he hopes to suit up for the Thanksgiving matchup.
Injury updates on Myles Garrett and Micah Parsons could reshape the Browns' draft outlook. Garrett underwent surgery after a Week 1 loss in Australia and remains on IR, with his return-to-practice timeline still unknown and likely extending past Week 8. Meanwhile, Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons, still rehabbing ACL surgery, is slated for a Thanksgiving Eve showdown against the Rams. With the trade deadline two weeks away, the Rams' roster flexibility and the potential impact of these players' returns are key factors as both teams chase playoff spots.
The Los Angeles Rams face another special‑teams headache ahead of Week 8 as long snapper Jake McQuaide is listed doubtful, which would make him the sixth snapper used this season after Cardona, Ethan Evans, Harrison Mevis, Blake Grupe and Brandon McManus. Coach Sean McVay is also weighing rookie kicker Joshua Karty’s activation, linking his kickoff impact to roster injuries. Meanwhile, the Rams enter the Chargers matchup with a 35‑21 win over the Raiders and are favored by 47 of 52 major sports outlets. A victory would give LA back‑to‑back wins for the first time this year and keep their playoff hopes alive.
The Browns sit 5-2 as the Nov. 10 trade deadline looms, and their pass rush is under scrutiny. After trading Myles Garrett, Cleveland received 2024 Defensive Rookie of the Year Jared Verse, yet in seven games he has recorded zero sacks, a 6.6% pressure rate (ranked 71st) and limited snap counts. With DE Alex Wright on IR and backups Isaiah McGuire and Derek Barnett not matching his upside, the article weighs whether Cleveland should keep waiting on Verse—who struggled adapting from a 3‑4 with the Rams to a 4‑3 scheme—or move him before the deadline. It also notes the active market, citing recent DE trades by the Colts and Titans.
After going undrafted in 2026 and missing contracts from the Chiefs and Broncos, quarterback E.J. Warner—son of Rams Hall of Famer Kurt Warner—turns to the United States Football League. The St. Louis Battlehawks hinted at picking him in the 2027 UFL draft, and Kurt Warner publicly backed the move with a cheerful “IDK…I would!!!!” on X. E.J. posted a solid college resume (10,844 yards, 71 TDs, 48 INTs) but struggled with interceptions at Temple, Rice and Fresno State. The UFL has become a springboard to the NFL, with 23 players from the 2026 season signing NFL deals, giving Warner a new pathway to revive his pro dreams.
Skip Bayless argues the Minnesota Vikings are the NFC's top contender over the Los Angeles Rams, citing two key strengths: the acquisition of quarterback Kyler Murray and a stout defense. He brands Murray’s signing as the offseason’s "biggest, best move," believing the Vikings’ system will unlock his playmaking ability better than his stint with Arizona. Bayless also emphasizes the Vikings’ defensive prowess against the conference’s high‑scoring offenses, while questioning the Rams’ consistency and injury risks. With Chicago looming in the NFC North, Bayless says the Vikings have the pieces for a serious run.
Former Steelers linebacker Vince Williams believes Pittsburgh can silence the Cleveland Browns—who sit 5-2—by delivering a defensive shutout in their upcoming Sunday clash. He cites the team’s recent rhythm, a veteran safety replacement, and lessons from the Steelers’ last shutout in 2011 against the Rams. Williams urges fans to picture a 0-0 defensive statement, noting the Browns’ recent scoring prowess and the high stakes of a potential revenge after a 27-24 loss earlier this season. The article also recalls past shutout stats and highlights the dramatic off‑field moves, like the Joey Porter Jr. trade, that have shaped the Steelers’ current outlook.