Rams get positive word on key starter’s injury
The Rams expect top cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon to play against the Saints
Cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon is having a great year for the Los Angeles Rams and putting himself up for a large paycheck in 2024, but injuries have always been an issue for the former 49er, Steelers star. That issue may have creeped up again this week, as Witherspoon suffered a groin injury in Sunday’s win over the Washington Commanders, but team writer Stu Jackson reported that L.A.’s best cornerback will be available for Thursday’s game against the New Orleans Saints.
With how colleagues like Derion Kendrick have fared this season, having Witherspoon available in a pivotal game as it relates to the wild card chase is of vital importance.
Witherspoon has three interceptions and 13 passes defensed this year, including two more against Washington in Week 15. He nearly got his fourth interception, also. Witherspoon was signed to a one-year deal as a stopgap option at corner, but he’s played himself into a much more long-term position than that, if the Rams can pay him.
Another injured player anticipated to be ready is receiver Tutu Atwell, who missed Sunday’s game but has cleared concussion protocol.
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