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The Los Angeles Rams and Cleveland Browns put a cap on the 2025 preseason on Saturday afternoon. The Browns came out on top 19-17, sending LA to 2-1 on their exhibition schedule.
The regular season is almost here. First things first, let’s recap the top individual performers against the Browns and highlight those who did not perform well or may find themselves off the roster over the next week.
Ferguson looked head and shoulders better than any player on the Rams’ offense, and maybe the entire field for his 21 snaps. This should make fans excited about when he finally plays alongside Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua, and Davante Adams. Ferguson made an impressive catch along the left sideline in what may be one of the more athletic, downfield plays we’ve seen from a Rams’ TE in years.
Ferguson finished with two receptions on three targets for 48 yards. He was open deep on the lone incompletion but there was a miscommunication with Dresser Winn.
There were several notable names and rookies that did not participate in this game, which likely marks them safe ahead of cutdown day:
While this news is likely positive for the listed individuals, it could be more nuanced for veterans who did not make an appearance. The Rams did them favors to prevent injuries; however, it could also mean they’ve seen enough over a longer period of time and could instead opt for keeping younger players:
It’s not positive that Jackson played in this game while Nick Hampton sat out; however, Jackson recorded his third sack in the last two exhibition games. If you are going to be on the field, you want to prove the Rams wrong in their decision making process.
But the reality was his sack was more of a cleanup on a ill-advised scramble by Shedeur Sanders. Jackson struggled against the run and was not a sure-handed tackler.
Derion Kendrick was on the field late and played 61 of 67 snaps, which signals that his tenure with in Los Angeles may be coming to a close. He could be a favorite to land back on the practice squad as a veteran or a team with a need at corner may look to him as someone with notable starting experience.
While Dolac did not play and appears safe, Paul was on the field for 50 of 67 defensive reps. It’s unlikely that the Ole Miss product misses the roster but entirely possible. Paul battled a calf injury for most of the preseason, so this could simply...
