The Rams’ season has been marred by injuries so far, with the team sitting at 2-4 after a 20-15 win against the Raiders in Week 7. The continuity of their offense has been disrupted, with top targets Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp sidelined due to knee and ankle injuries, respectively. Nacua has been out since Week 1, and Kupp has been absent since Week 2, with both players landing on the injured reserve list.
Despite the setbacks, quarterback Matthew Stafford has managed to keep the offense moving, albeit without the luxury of having their star wide receivers. Now, there’s some welcome news for Rams fans as Kupp is set to make his return to the field on Thursday Night Football in Week 8, a major boost for the team.
Kupp’s absence has been deeply felt, with the Rams failing to produce a 100-yard receiving performance in any of the last four games. In the 16 games Kupp has missed since 2021, the team has gone 7-9, highlighting the importance of having their top receiver on the field. Kupp’s current injury woes are not new, as he’s missed at least four games in each of the last three seasons.
However, when healthy, Kupp is one of the top five wide receivers in the NFL, and his return could be the spark the Rams need to turn their season around. He was a cornerstone of the team’s 2021 All-Pro season, catching 145 passes for 1,947 yards and 16 touchdowns. While he’s struggled to maintain that level of production since, he’s shown flashes of brilliance, and his return to the lineup could give the Rams a much-needed boost.
For now, fans can rejoice at Kupp’s return, as he’s set to face the Vikings on Thursday Night Football. With 11 games left in the season, Kupp will look to make an immediate impact and help the Rams get back on track.
