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Rams place another WR on injured reserve

The Los Angeles Rams have placed another receiver on injured reserve this week, as Jordan Whittington will miss at least four games with a back injury. Whittington was in line to have serious reps moving forward with Puka Nacua joining…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 11:40 PM
Rams place another WR on injured reserve
Key Things to Know
  • The Rams placed receiver Jordan Whittington on injured reserve and re-signed receiver Xavier Smith.
  • Whittington is expected to miss at least four games because of a back injury.
  • Whittington joins fellow wideouts Puka Nacua and Davante Adams on injured reserve.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Los Angeles Rams placed wide receiver Jordan Whittington on injured reserve due to a back injury that will sideline him for at least four games. In a corresponding move on Tuesday, the team re-signed wide receiver Xavier Smith. Whittington joins fellow wide receivers Puka Nacua and Davante Adams on injured reserve amid mounting injuries at the position.

Despite trade rumors linking them to Stefon Diggs, the Rams made no trades before Tuesday's trade deadline. Smith rejoins an active wide receiver corps that includes Konata Mumpfield, Tutu Atwell, and C.J. Daniels as the team enters Week 10.

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