The Los Angeles Rams are doing a credible enough job keeping alive their 2023 NFL playoff hopes, in large part because of their success inside the NFC West ... as they are coming off a rather surprising win over the Seattle Seahawks.
Now comes another divisional foe, and a non-contender in the Arizona Cardinals on the road this Sunday - and maybe Cooper Kupp will once again be able to contribute.
Based on his practice status - he is back on the field on Thursday working toward a way to play in Week 12 - it seems like there is a shot he will be able to go on Sunday.
The Athletic is first to note that Kupp is on the field and is expected to practice today as he fights through an ankle injury that has limited a receiver who, when healthy, is one of the most productive players of his era.
The Matthew Stafford-led Rams did win the first matchup against the Cardinals, though this time they will be facing the rehabbed QB Kyler Murray, so the challenge might be a different one.
Still, the Rams' huge win over the Seahawks last week by the score of 17-16 completes a season sweep and moved Los Angeles to 4-6. Get the job done against the Cardinals and L.A. suddenly looks just a little more in the playoff mix ... though on the horizon will be two of the AFC's toughest defenses as the Rams are slated to see the Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens in the next two-game stretch.
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