Rams Right Guard Kevin Dotson Set to Return from Ankle Injury
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay announced on Friday that right guard Kevin Dotson will return to the starting lineup for the team’s divisional round playoff game against the Chicago Bears. Dotson has been sidelined with an ankle injury since Week 16, when he suffered the injury during a game against the Seattle Seahawks.
Dotson’s return is a significant boost to the Rams’ offense, as he had started all 15 games prior to his injury. He was replaced by guard Justin Dedich in the team’s past three games. According to McVay, Dotson will be a full participant in practice on Friday for the first time since his injury, and is expected to start against the Bears.
“The expectation and the anticipation is Kevin’s going to be ready to go and start,” McVay said. “And he had a good day yesterday and he’s got that good look in his eye. I know he’s missed being out there with the guys. He stayed engaged, and it’s exciting to have him back.” McVay also noted that the Rams are “relatively as healthy as you could hope to be” at this point in the season, which is a significant advantage for the team.
Impact on the Team
The return of Dotson is expected to have a positive impact on the Rams’ offense, which has struggled at times in his absence. With Dotson back in the lineup, the team’s running game and pass protection are likely to improve, which could be a key factor in their matchup against the Bears. As McVay noted, “We’re grateful for that, because there’s been some years where you look at it going into your 19th game, normally you don’t have the help that we do have.”
Dotson’s experience and expertise will be valuable assets to the team as they head into the playoffs. As a key member of the Rams’ offense, his return is a significant boost to the team’s chances of success. With his return, the Rams will be looking to make a deep run in the playoffs, and Dotson’s contributions will be crucial to their success.
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The Rams’ matchup against the Bears is expected to be a closely contested game, with both teams looking to advance to the next round of the playoffs. With Dotson’s return, the Rams will be looking to capitalize on their strengths and make a strong push for the championship. As the team prepares for the game, they will be relying on Dotson’s experience and expertise to help lead them to victory.
