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FILE - In this Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019 file photo, Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley II carries against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif. The Los Angeles Rams have released running back Todd Gurley, their superstar running back with a massive contract and a troubling injury history. The Rams made the move Thursday, March 19, 2020 several minutes before roughly $10 million in the three-time Pro Bowl selection's contract became fully guaranteed. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar, File)
Los Angeles Rams release running back Todd Gurley

By Greg Beacham Mar. 19, 2020 04:19 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay motions to his team beside defensive coordinator Wade Phillips, right, during the second half of an NFL football game, in Detroit. Veteran defensive coordinator Wade Phillips has been fired by the Los Angeles Rams after three winning seasons. Phillips announced Monday, Jan. 6, 2020, on Twitter that the Rams are not renewing his contract. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
LA Rams fire veteran defensive coordinator Wade Phillips

By Greg Beacham Jan. 06, 2020 03:45 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) passes under pressure from Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Clay Matthews (52) in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Cowboys QB Prescott expected to play despite shoulder injury

Dec. 18, 2019 04:10 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) throws in the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Los Angeles Rams at Dallas Cowboys 12/15/2019

Dec. 15, 2019 04:39 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams safety Taylor Rapp (24) hits Arizona Cardinals tight end Charles Clay during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Sack binge sends LA Rams defense past last season's total

By Greg Beacham Dec. 11, 2019 08:35 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Troy Hill breaks up a pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Rams defense looking dominant down stretch in playoff chase

By Greg Beacham Dec. 09, 2019 05:41 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) is pressured by Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Clay Matthews during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Clay Matthews is unapologetically focused on LA Rams' surge

By Greg Beacham Dec. 05, 2019 08:38 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Los Angeles Rams at Arizona Cardinals 12/1/2019

Dec. 01, 2019 03:42 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 13, 2009, file photo, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Reggie Wayne, right, reaches out while attempting a catch under the defense of Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Derek Cox in the second half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis. Safety Troy Polamalu, wide receiver Reggie Wayne and linebacker Patrick Willis are first-year eligible players among the 25 semifinalists of the modern era for the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/AJ Mast, File)
Polamalu, Wayne, Willis 1st year eligible for Hall of Fame

By Barry Wilner Nov. 26, 2019 01:03 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Marquise Brown scores past Los Angeles Rams safety Taylor Rapp during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Nov. 25, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Rams left searching for words after being run over by Ravens

By Joe Reedy Nov. 26, 2019 01:22 AM EST

Ravens-Rams Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Nov. 21, 2019 01:47 PM EST
BALTIMORE (8-2) at LOS ANGELES RAMS (6-4) Monday, 8:15 p.m. ET, ESPN OPENING LINE - Ravens by 1 ...

Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay meets with reporters following the teams' NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019. The Steelers won 17-12. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Rams' O-line woes worsen with injuries to Allen, Havenstein

By Greg Beacham Nov. 11, 2019 09:49 PM EST

Carolina Panthers' Kyle Allen throws during the second half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 24-16. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
The Latest: Minkah's magic leads Steelers past Rams 17-12

By The Associated Press Nov. 10, 2019 12:08 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019 file photo, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks warms up before an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Rams receiver Brandin Cooks won’t play in Sunday’s game against Pittsburgh while he seeks further medical help for his second concussion in a month. Cooks was ruled out by Rams coach Sean McVay on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)
Rams WR Cooks ruled out with concussion, seeing specialist

By Greg Beacham Nov. 06, 2019 05:03 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (18) congratulated by tight end Tyler Higbee (89) after scoring against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, at Wembley Stadium in London. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein)
LA Rams return from midway break with renewed optimism

By Greg Beacham Nov. 04, 2019 09:28 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton, top, is sacked by Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, at Wembley Stadium in London. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)
LA Rams thriving on defense despite personnel upheaval

By Greg Beacham Oct. 31, 2019 05:32 PM EDT

Packers-Chargers Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Oct. 31, 2019 05:05 PM EDT
GREEN BAY (7-1) at LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (3-5) Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE — Packers by 4 ...

49ers WR Marquise Goodwin sidelined after missing practice

By The Associated Press Oct. 27, 2019 12:22 PM EDT
San Francisco will be without receiver Marquise Goodwin against Carolina on Sunday after he missed two days of practice this week dealing with an undisclosed...

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) works in a bust pocket against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)
Goff's versatility outside the pocket sparks Rams' offense

By George Henry Oct. 23, 2019 08:55 PM EDT

Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Clay Matthews (52) takes a defensive position during an NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks, Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019, in Seattle. The Seahawks defeated the Rams 30-29. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
NFL cracks down on internal dissent over officiating

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 22, 2019 11:40 AM EDT