The Rams’ backfield took a significant hit on Sunday in what was the team’s best rushing performance of the season. Ronnie Rivers suffered a knee injury that will sideline him for 4-5 weeks, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, and Kyren Williams sprained his ankle.
Williams is expected to miss Week 7 against the Steelers, according to reports, but Sean McVay provided an update on both players Monday afternoon.
He said they’ll each be “out for a little bit” due to their knee and ankle injuries, which raises some concerns about Williams potentially missing more time than just Week 7. With Williams and Rivers both out, it’s assumed that rookie Zach Evans will take the lead role in the backfield, with Royce Freeman also contributing.
Williams rushed for 158 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries Sunday, but it was his final carry of the day that will cause him to miss at least a week. The Rams were already leading 23-9 at the time so it’s unfortunate that the injury occurred with the game all but out of reach.
Rams RBs Kyren Williams and Ronnie Rivers "are going to be out for a little bit. It's tough information for both of those guys who have done a really good job." The Rams will know more Wednesday.
— Greg Beacham (@gregbeacham) October 16, 2023