Rams’ Sean McVay updates Davante Adams injury timeline
Sean McVay said that WR Davante Adams returning after the Rams host the Green Bay Packers in Week 12 is a “realistic timeline for him.” Story via @sarahbarshop: https://t.co/CL7XOXb9sK — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 12, 2026 This would potentially put him back on the field for Week 13.
Key points
- He added that returning after the Packers game is a “realistic timeline for us.” If that timeline holds, Adams could make his return Thursday, December 3, when the Rams visit the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 13.
- MORE: Bold predictions for Week 10 of 2026 NFL season Rams desperately need Adams with Puka Nacua sidelined Sep 21, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams (17) runs after a catch during the first quarter against the New York Giants at SoFi Stadium.
- Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images McVay told reporters Wednesday that Adams returning after the Rams host Green Bay on November 25 is a realistic possibility.
The Los Angeles Rams desperately need help at wide receiver, and head coach Sean McVay provided an encouraging update on Davante Adams’ recovery.
Additional details
- McVay explained that the organization remained optimistic about Adams returning sooner rather than later, while also indicating that the team did not find a trade opportunity it wanted to pursue.
- The timeline is especially important after Puka Nacua suffered a significant knee injury, leaving quarterback Matthew Stafford without two of his top receiving options.
- McVay confirmed that Nacua will miss an extended period of time, although the Rams have decided not to place him on injured reserve because of roster considerations.
- “We’re optimistic Davante’s return is sooner rather than later, which is a big deal to us,” McVay said, according to the Associated Press.
- Adams has been sidelined since suffering a hamstring injury against the Arizona Cardinals on October 18.
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