Rams Linebacker Nate Landman Placed In Concussion Protocol

The Rams signed Kendricks to their practice squad earlier this month to add depth to the linebacker position, which looks like a smart move now that Landman could be sidelined in Week 7. If he ends up missing the game against the Raiders, Omar Speights figures to get the majority of snaps at inside linebacker, with Kendricks potentially playing next to him.

Kendricks, a former UCLA Bruin, spent his first eight years with the Minnesota Vikings and most notably was a Pro Bowler during the 2019 season. He has also seen time with the Los Angeles Chargers, Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers, with his most recent NFL action coming in 2025.

Kendricks has recorded 1,180 tackles, 21.5 sacks, 60 passes defensed, 11 interceptions and eight forced fumbles in 150 career NFL games (143 starts).

Rams exploring potential wide receiver upgrades

The Rams find themselves in a difficult position as they sit at 2-4 and have a number of key players dealing with injuries. One of them is Davante Adams, who is expected to miss significant time with a hamstring injury.

L.A. still has one of the best wide receivers in the league in Puka Nacua, but the depth behind him is thin as Konata Mumpfield, Jordan Whittington, Tutu Atwell and C.J. Daniels all lack experience or trust in the Rams’ offense.

And with that being the case, the Rams may turn to the trade market to find reinforcements at the wide receiver position. Some possible options include Brian Thomas Jr. of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Jauan Jennings of the Minnesota Vikings and Marquise Brown of the Philadelphia Eagles. Tyreek Hill is also still a free agent and potentially nearing a return.

The NFL trade deadline is a few weeks away on Nov. 10, so the Rams have some time to assess what they have before potentially making a move.