There have been no reports about Ethan Evans being injured and he’s coming off a stellar performance against the Vikings in Week 8, which is why Thursday’s roster move made by the Rams is so interesting.
The team announced it has signed punter Ryan Sanborn to the practice squad, releasing wide receiver Sam Wiglusz to make room for him. Sanborn is a rookie punter out of Texas, spending time with the Falcons this offseason after going undrafted in April.
He was released by Atlanta in August so he’s been available for a little while; he hasn’t appeared in a game yet this season.
It’s unclear exactly why the Rams feel they need a backup punter right now, especially considering they had to release a wide receiver in order to bring Sanborn in. Maybe Evans woke up sick or injured, and the Rams are just making sure they have someone healthy for Sunday’s game against the Seahawks.
Sean McVay is scheduled to talk to the media on Friday so we might not get answers until then.
LA Rams Roster Moves:
• Signed to Practice Squad P Ryan Sanborn
• Terminated (by Club) from Practice Squad WR Sam Wiglusz pic.twitter.com/Mh8yTAT8UR— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) October 31, 2024
