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On YouTubeLos Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 27
The Rams Have to Address Glaring Issue In Team Philosophy
WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. After a season in which Special Teams issues caused more losses for the Los Angeles Rams than anything else, it's time for the Rams to ask the tough questions following their exit from the playoffs.
Los Angeles Rams News / Rams Newswire / January 26
Sean McVay Discusses ‘Costly’ Muffed Punt By Xavier Smith In Loss To Seahawks
The Los Angeles Rams’ promising 2025 season came to an end on Sunday night with a 31-27 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game. One of the biggest plays came in the third quarter, right after the Rams defense got a much-needed stop and forced the Seahawks to punt on their first drive of the second half.
NFL News / Yardbarker / January 27
What Rams' Matthew Stafford said to Xavier Smith about muffed punt in NFC Championship loss to Seahawks
Smith muffed a punt following a Rams defensive stop when Seattle held a 17-13 lead early in the game's third quarter.
The '100-yards + TD Conference Champ games' quiz
How many of the 53 players in NFL history rack up at least 100 receiving yards and catch a touchdown pass in a Conference Championship game can you name in seven minutes?
Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 6
Rams Praise Xavier Smith Ahead of Biggest NFL Opportunity
WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. After a big game with a massive catch, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Xavier Smith is flying. With Tutu Atwell remaining on injured reserve this week, Smith will have another opportunity to earn a permanent role within the Rams offense.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 3
How Xavier Smith Has Become Latest Rams Gem
WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams have a true gem in Xavier Smith. The receiver, return, and gunner has been a primary force in the battle for field position but while most of his work comes when a ball is kicked, it was his actions on passing plays that have impressed.
Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 2
Which Rams Veteran Took Xavier Smith Under Their Wing?
WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. After having his best game as a receiver, Los Angeles Rams specialist Xavier Smith is flying as the jack-of-all-trades, was finally able to show off the skills he flashed all throughout preseason.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / November 20
Buccaneers vs. Rams predictions, odds, pick for NFL Week 12
We’re back with a betting prediction and pick for Sunday Night Football’s marquee matchup as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-4) take on the Los Angeles Rams (8-2).
Los Angeles Rams News / LAFB Network / November 16
Rams Lose Defensive Captain and WR to Injury vs Seahawks
The Los Angeles Rams suffered a double blow in their Week 11 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, losing two key contributors to injury. Wide receiver Xavier Smith was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday’s contest after suffering a concussion in the first half, while safety Quentin Lake was sidelined with an elbow injury.
Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 29
The Rams Have Two Brilliant Talents Ready For Their Moment
The Los Angeles Rams made the choice to retain six wide receivers on their roster to start the season, with Xavier Smith and Konata Mumpfield rounding out the room.
Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 27
Watch: Rams OC Mike LaFleur Speaks On Talented Offensive Roster
WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. With a little over one week remaining before the Los Angeles Rams take on the Houston Texans in their NFL season opener, the Rams went through a jog-through on Wednesday, taking mental reps as they envision what the future of their team will look like.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 14
X-Man Continues to Fly the Rams to the Endzone
"Electric, brothers, we all playing for each other," the words of Xavier Smith , stated inside the Rams locker room following the team's 31-21 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday night.
Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / August 10
Watch: Rams Xavier Smith's Locker Room Presser
INGLEWOOD, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams, following a joint practice in Oxnard , took on the Cowboys once again in the preseason at SoFi Stadium. Following the Rams' victorious effort, Smith spoke to reporters after the game .
Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / May 16
Will Rams Clash With Rival Decide NFC West?
Just like last season, the Rams and the San Francisco 49ers played each other first in Los Angeles and then in the Bay. While their game in Los Angeles was a classic, with Xavier Smith virtually winning the game with his first-ever career punt return, it was their second matchup in Santa Clara that decided the season for both sides.
NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / January 5, 2025
Rapid Reaction: Seahawks Snag 10th Win, Finish Strong With 30-25 Victory Over Rams
Capping off the 2024 season on a winning note, Geno Smith tossed four touchdowns for the first time in his career and the Seattle Seahawks fended off a late rally to notch a 30-25 victory over the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium.
Los Angeles Rams News / The Rams Wire / December 31, 2024
Xavier Smith has become an unsung hero on special teams for the Rams 
There’s no uniform way to make it in the NFL. There’s no college, no coach, no trainer that can turn a prospect into a contributing player. The success of a player in this league comes down to the person himself and how much he’s willing to do to make it.
Los Angeles Rams News / The Rams Wire / October 16, 2024
Rams make easy decision on Xavier Smith, sign him to 53-man roster
Xavier Smith had been promoted from the practice squad to the game-day roster in each of the Los Angeles Rams’ last three games, but that’s the maximum number of times a player can be called up in one season.
Los Angeles Rams News / The Rams Wire / October 7, 2024
Rams have a decision to make on Xavier Smith, but it should be an easy one
Xavier Smith, despite having a fantastic preseason, was waived and then signed to the Rams’ practice squad during final roster cuts. Because of the team’s injuries at wideout, Smith has spent the last three games getting activated from the practice squad, playing, and then immediately reverting back to the practice squad.
Los Angeles Rams News / LAFB Network / September 28, 2024
Rams Address Injuries with 2 Roster Additions
The Los Angeles Rams picked up their first win in a gutsy fourth-quarter comeback against Super Bowl favorite and division rival San Francisco 49ers. The team’s season was derailed early as they have been without over one-quarter of their intended starting line for most of the 12 quarters of football they have played so far this season.
Los Angeles Rams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 28, 2024
Rams Elevate DB Ahkello Witherspoon & WR Xavier Smith
The Rams announced on Saturday that they are elevating DB Ahkello Witherspoon and WR Xavier Smith to play in Week 4. Witherspoon, 29, is a former third-round pick of the 49ers back in 2017.
Los Angeles Rams News / Rams Newswire / September 25, 2024
Sean McVay: Xavier Smith Will Be Rams’ Full-Time Punt Returner
The Los Angeles Rams earned their first win of the 2024 season with an improbable 27-24 comeback victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 3. The Rams found themselves trailing by 14 points in the third quarter, but contributions on offense, defense and special teams helped them erase that deficit.
Los Angeles Rams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 24, 2024
HBCU alumnus Xavier Smith secures victory for Los Angles Rams
Florida A&M alumnus Xavier Smith stepped up in a big way in the Rams’ comeback victory over the 49ers. Smith scored a big punt return that put Los Angeles in position to win the game.
Los Angeles Rams News / The Rams Wire / September 23, 2024
Rams would be crazy to use anyone but Xavier Smith as their punt returner
At the start of the season, the Los Angeles Rams surprisingly experimented with Kyren Williams as their punt returner. Sean McVay defended the decision as a way to get the ball in his hands more often, but the results didn’t warrant the risk of injury.
Los Angeles Rams News / Rams Newswire / August 29, 2024
Rams Sign Xavier Smith & 15 Others To Practice Squad
The Los Angeles Rams announced that they have signed 16 players to their initial practice squad for the 2024 season. The group includes offensive lineman A.J.
Los Angeles Rams News / Turf Show Times / August 26, 2024
The good, the bad, and the ugly: Preseason Week 3
Xavier Smith works his way onto the Rams roster In true Sean McVay manner, the majority of the players on the field are likely to be cut in the coming days as the depth chart finalizes which lead to a less-than-inspiring game against the Houston Texans.
Los Angeles Rams News / LAFB Network / August 25, 2024
Los Angeles Rams: 4 Unexpected Players to Be Released
The 2024 NFL season is right around the corner and decision time has arrived for the Los Angeles Rams. General Manager Les Snead and head coach Sean McVay, along with the coaching staff, are making their final picks to round out the 53-man roster that will suit up in uniform for Sunday Night Football in Detroit on September 8th.
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