Who is the new kicker for the Los Angeles Rams?

Harrison Mevis, a rookie, will make his NFL debut as the Rams' new kicker on Sunday.

Why are the Rams making a change at kicker?

Joshua Karty, the Rams' current kicker, has struggled this season, missing a league-high 8 field goals and extra points, which played a major role in two of the Rams' losses.

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Rams Bench Struggling Kicker, Debut Rookie Ahead of Crucial 49ers Clash

Q: What other change is the Rams making to their special teams unit?

The Rams are also bringing back long snapper Jake McQuaide, who was with the team from 2011 to 2020, to replace Alex Ward.

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Summary

Rams to start rookie kicker Harrison Mevis on Sunday
Long snapper Jake McQuaide returns to Rams after stint away
Karty missed 8 field goals/extra points this season, played major role in 2 losses

Rams Bench Struggling Kicker, Debut Rookie Ahead of Crucial 49ers Clash

As of November 7th, 2025, the Los Angeles Rams are making a change at the kicker position, with rookie Harrison Mevis set to make his NFL debut this Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers. The Rams are not releasing Joshua Karty, their current kicker, despite his struggles this season. Karty has missed a league-high 8 field goals or extra points, which played a major role in two of the Rams' losses.

In addition to the change at kicker, the Rams are also bringing back long snapper Jake McQuaide, who was with the team from 2011 to 2020. McQuaide is replacing Alex Ward, as the Rams look to address the issues in their placekicking unit.

The Rams' special teams coordinator, Chase Blackburn, acknowledged that the operation and standard set for the kicking unit has not been met this season. The team believes the changes will help improve their performance, as they continue their push for a potential Super Bowl-contending season.

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