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Rams CB Watson Out for Season After Shoulder Surgery
5 Nov
Summary
- Cornerback Jaylen Watson requires shoulder surgery and will miss the rest of the season.
- Watson had hoped to play through the injury but surgery was deemed necessary.
- Watson's season-ending injury impacts the Rams' secondary depth.
Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jaylen Watson will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery, head coach Sean McVay announced on Wednesday, November 5, 2026. Watson re-aggravated a shoulder injury during the team's Week 8 game against the Los Angeles Chargers, an injury he originally sustained in Week 3.
Despite Watson's desire to continue playing with a brace, the team's medical staff determined that surgery was the necessary course of action to prevent further damage. Watson has been a productive player for the Rams defense this season, recording an interception, nine passes defended, and 24 tackles in seven games, earning a high PFF grade.
The injury to Watson further strains the Rams' secondary, which has seen other key players like Trent McDuffie and Myles Garrett also dealing with injuries. Josh Wallace and Emmanuel Forbes Jr. are expected to see increased playing time in Watson's absence. This latest setback adds to the Rams' ongoing challenges with player availability.
