The Los Angeles Rams have their first opt-out of the season. The team announced Friday that offensive lineman Chandler Brewer has opted out of the 2020 season over concerns for the coronavirus pandemic.
Brewer has a history of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, which brings added concerns into the equation.
“With my history with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, I am at high risk and will opt out of playing in the NFL this season,” Brewer said in a statement. “I would like to thank the Rams for their support and I look forward to getting back on the field in 2021 and beyond.”
Brewer is a reserve offensive lineman who was going to be in the mix for a roster spot this season. The Rams signed him as an undrafted free agent in 2019. He began the year on the practice squad but was added to the active roster in November and made his debut against the Bears.