Rams’ Star Receiver Cooper Kupp Nears Return to Action
The Los Angeles Rams have been eagerly awaiting the return of their star wide receiver Cooper Kupp, who has been sidelined since Week 2 with a sprained ankle. With the team’s Week 7 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders just around the corner, all eyes are on Kupp’s progress.
A Cautious Approach
Head coach Sean McVay has been careful not to put a timeline on Kupp’s return, emphasizing that the team’s priority is ensuring the receiver is fully healthy and ready to perform at his best. McVay noted that Kupp’s experience with rehabbing previous injuries has given him a keen sense of what it takes to get his body back in alignment.
A Lesson from Last Season
Kupp’s journey back to the field is reminiscent of last season, when he missed four games due to a hamstring injury. Despite his eventual return, Kupp’s performance was affected, and he finished the season ranked 50th in the NFL in receiving yards. McVay acknowledges that there were moments when Kupp looked like his old self, but also times when he wasn’t quite at full strength.
The Impact of Kupp’s Return
When Kupp does finally take the field, his presence will undoubtedly boost the Rams’ passing game, which currently ranks 18th in DVOA. Quarterback Matthew Stafford praised Kupp’s all-around skills, saying, “He does everything for us… He blocks, he’s obviously great in the pass game. He’s super intelligent, helps everybody around him be better.”
A Quick Turnaround Ahead
Adding an extra layer of complexity to Kupp’s return is the Rams’ quick turnaround after their Week 7 game, as they host the Minnesota Vikings just four days later on Thursday Night Football. While McVay is mindful of this scenario, he insists that the team won’t hold Kupp back solely due to the short turnaround. If Kupp is ready to go, he’ll play – and the Rams will be all the better for it.
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