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Rams’ secondary takes major hit with Trent McDuffie, Jaylen Watson injuries vs Chargers

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Trent McDuffie (22) against the San Francisco 49ers during the 2026 NFL Melbourne Game at Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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The Los Angeles Rams morphed into an apparent juggernaut when they acquired Myles Garrett from the Cleveland Browns, but they first became a Super Bowl favorite after adding multi-time Super Bowl-winning cornerbacks Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson. Although LA has failed to live up to the hype during the first half of the campaign, it could at least count on that dynamic duo in the secondary. Both players exited Sunday's game versus the Los Angeles Chargers.

Watson suffered a shoulder injury and was eventually ruled out, per Rams senior staff writer Stu Jackson, and McDuffie is questionable with a back issue. Injuries and unmet expectations have defined Sean McVay's squad thus far, but these former Kansas City Chiefs CBs have done their part to keep LA afloat. Fans are desperate for some good news.

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