Mon Sep 23 22:08:08 UTC 2024: ## Rams Escape Injury Bug, Kupp Out for Extended Period
**LOS ANGELES** – Despite a dramatic 27-24 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, the Los Angeles Rams have been dealt a blow with the news that star wide receiver Cooper Kupp will miss an extended period of time due to a sprained left ankle.
Kupp sustained the injury in Week 2 and, while the team has not placed him on injured reserve, Coach Sean McVay indicated that the veteran receiver is expected to be sidelined for several weeks.
“He’s going to do everything in his power to get back,” McVay said Monday. “Whenever that is, we’ll be excited about that and happy for him.”
Kupp’s absence leaves a significant void in the Rams offense, especially after the team lost several key players to injury in the first two games of the season. However, McVay expressed optimism about the team’s health going forward, noting that only a few minor ailments were reported after Sunday’s win.
“A couple of little nicks and bruises, but nothing that’s going to keep anybody out,” McVay said. “And so that’s a very positive thing where we can now start to establish somewhat of a continuity with the same groups being able to work together two weeks in a row.”
Kupp, who had a phenomenal 2021 season, has been a key target for quarterback Matthew Stafford, recording 18 catches for 147 yards and a touchdown in his two games this season. The Rams will look to their remaining wide receivers to fill the void while Kupp recovers.
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