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Rams eager to exorcise demons from last year’s special teams disaster vs. Eagles

After last season's disastrous loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Rams are determined to not let special teams cost them another game this year.

By Gary Klein · LA Times

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 7:42 PM

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The Rams return to Philadelphia aiming to move past last season's dramatic 33-26 loss caused by a blocked field goal.
Eagles tackle Jordan Davis sealed that previous victory by returning a blocked kick 61 yards as time expired.
Sean McVay overhauled the special teams coaching staff during the offseason, hiring coordinator Bubba Ventrone.

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The Los Angeles Rams return to Lincoln Financial Field to play the Philadelphia Eagles, aiming to rebound from last season's 33-26 defeat. In that game, Eagles tackle Jordan Davis blocked a last-second field goal and returned it 61 yards for a touchdown. Head coach Sean McVay's squad enters the rematch with a 1-2 record following a 30-26 loss to the Denver Broncos.

To address special teams breakdowns, the Rams hired coordinator Bubba Ventrone during the offseason and replaced kicker Joshua Karty with Harrison Mevis. Punting and coverage issues remain an active concern, prompting the Rams to waive punt returner Xavier Smith on Friday and name Alex Bachman as his replacement.

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