They cover the Rams training camp at 36:36 in.

zn wrote:

Gary Klein@LATimesklein
Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson is scheduled to practice for first time on Monday, McVay said.

Sarah Barshop@sarahbarshop
Rams LT Alaric Jackson (blood clots) is expected to practice in full on Monday for the first time during training camp.

“I’m really happy that all things are pointing to him being ready to go and being able to manage this,” McVay said.

zn wrote:

Stu Jackson@StuJRams
Sean McVay said Alaric Jackson will progress into team drills at practice next week

“All things are pointing towards him being ready to go.”

Gary Klein@LATimesklein
Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson is scheduled to practice for first time on Monday, McVay said.

Rams Practice Report: Matthew Stafford and Others Make Exciting Strides
The Los Angeles Rams are full steam towards the start of the regular season. What did we see on Tuesday?

Brock Vierra

https://www.si.com/nfl/rams/los-angeles-davante-adams-matthew-stafford-puka-nacua-ferguson

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams returned to practice on Monday after wrapping up their preseason in Cleveland. Here’s what happened.

The Offense is Coming Around

Matthew Stafford once again completed a full practice, marking a fifth consecutive team practice for which the Super Bowl winning quarterback was a full go.

Stafford had no restrictions and was playing like it. We saw a bit more equal ball distribution between Davante Adams and Puka Nacua with Stafford targeting both men downfield successfully. Stafford let the ball fly, and while the entire offensive operation did have it’s hiccups, there was nothing of note that wouldn’t have happened over the course of a standard game.

Personally, I would like to see more improvment on the run game but against a defensive line like the Rams, it’s not so much that the Rams offensive line can’t get the job done, it’s more of how many NFL teams can enforce their will against players like Poona Ford, Jared Verse, Byron Young, Kobie Turner, and Braden Fiske.

Sean McVay would say that they have yet to make a decision on Matthew Stafford and likely won’t until next week. Alaric Jackson continues to up his workload as the team works on his return. He’s expected fully back next week but a decision regarding if he’ll play has yet to be made.

On a side note, Xavier Smith ran a beautiful route for a big gain from Jimmy Garoppolo. We’ll have to see how many opportunities he gets this season.

The Defense

As mentioned, the defensive line was excellent as expected. They were making play after play, even “sacking” Stafford or putting pressure on him a number of times. The defense did not touch Stafford to be clear.

Emmanuel Forbes had an up and down day. Certain throws did challenge and beat him but he locked Tutu Atwell down on a deep route, which is a positive sign considering Atwell was burning the secondary last week. Forbes also came up to hold Adams in line on quick throws and did a decent job against Puka Nacua.

However, I would like to see a little bit better communication in the secondary, but when an offense is allowed to continue to throw in practice, without the enforcement of the four downs system, mistakes are going to happen. I remain confident in this group to stop offenses in a game situation.

Two Bright Stars

Terrance Ferguson made a beautiful sideline catch, once again showing his ability as a pass catcher. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Ceiling is Travis Kelce, floor is Gerald Everett.

Nate Landman can cover sideline to sideline. His ability to read the game makes up for any physical flaws. This is a technician playing at the highest level.

Shaun Dolac enters as a 23 year old undrafted rookie at the Inside Linebacker position. He seemed to have made an early impression as the Rams held him out of the final preseason game.

Dolac seems to possess great instincts and ability to wrap up. Seems like a great find pic.twitter.com/17ywckvrAX

— RAMS ON FILM (@RamsOnFilm) August 25, 2025

ramman2999

We got the best tight end in the draft. Fastest at the combine. We traded back got a 1st round pick from the falcons in next years draft. And still got the player we coveted.

He’s a savage. I looked at Fergusons tape in this draft I looked at Fergusons tape in this game. He looks so fast. That deep ball what a route run. I was like that’s a tight end??? We’ve never had a dimension like that. He looks like Cooper Kupp and he’s a big 6-4”

This is a good example of the NFL's depth issue with offensive linemen—even the team that's the best at drafting and developing it is reaching for help at the very last minute. No one seems to have enough. https://t.co/IknKKC5F95

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) August 24, 2025

zn wrote:

Stu Jackson@StuJRams
Rams GM Les Snead on the broadcast praised rookie TE Terrance Ferguson’s ball-tracking and body control, said he fits what the Rams want to do offensively.

from https://www.si.com/nfl/rams/los-angeles-sean-mcvay-terrance-ferguson-presley

Terrance Ferguson

Terrance Ferguson was a force to be dealt with. In Ferguson’s first preseason game, an event that happened due to Ferguson’s lack of prior participation due to injury, he displayed the skills that made the Rams fall in love with him. He was dynamic, he was tough, and he was reliable. The Rams’ best player on the field by a mile, he’s one for the future.

zn wrote:

Stu Jackson@StuJRams
Rams GM Les Snead on the broadcast praised rookie TE Terrance Ferguson’s ball-tracking and body control, said he fits what the Rams want to do offensively.

Stu Jackson@StuJRams
Les Snead also said the Rams have discussed using more 12 personnel, and said they can do a better job of giving veteran TE Tyler Higbee breaks with Ferguson in the fold now

Jourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigue
Every year I watch these guys in OTAs and training camp and wonder, “is this the year??”

It could really be the year!*

*subject to change

Word on the game is, when they got to the absolute bottom of the OL pool–and that’s who played in this game–they weren’t any good as a unit.

from https://www.si.com/nfl/rams/los-angeles-sean-mcvay-terrance-ferguson-browns

Terrance Ferguson won the day with a masterful performance. It’s clear the Rams have never had a pass catching tight end talent that is able to be effective in the way Ferguson was in Cleveland. With the skills of a pure receiver, Ferguson’s feet and frame cause massive matchup problems.

He’s taller than most defensive backs and faster than most linebackers.

from https://theramswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/rams/2025/08/23/watch-rams-rookie-te-terrance-ferguson-makes-first-nfl-catch/85798384007/?taid=68aa3a1cfd5d85000130960c&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter

The 2025 second-round rookie out of Oregon caught a huge 33-yard reception from quarterback Dresser Winn late in the second quarter. He added another 15-yard reception later in the drive.

Here’s Ferguson’s first NFL reception:

.@RamsNFL QB Dresser Winn dropped this one right in the bucket 🎯

Watch on @NFLNetwork
Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/SS1hFJIDzB

— NFL (@NFL) August 23, 2025

According to TruMedia, WR Brennan Presley now has five explosive receptions (16+ yards) in the last three games, leading all NFL receivers during the preseason.#Rams | #RamsHouse pic.twitter.com/7ARb2EHhbv

— Los Angeles Rams PR (@TheLARamsPR) August 23, 2025

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From “the archive”:

1.

WR Brennan Presley – The Rams added one of Oklahoma State’s most prolific pass catchers. He is limited by size alone, as he stands 5-foot-9, weighs 175 pounds, and runs a 4.46-second 40-yard dash. He is a versatile offensive weapon and a special-teams standout who put up 315 receptions, 3,315 yards, and 23 touchdowns. He is also a gifted runner, rushing 30 times for 160 yards and six touchdowns. He is another versatile weapon.

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from https://www.nfldraftbuzz.com/Player/Brennan-Presley-WR-OklahomaState

Scouting Report: Strengths

Excellent route runner with a strong understanding of spacing and timing.
Soft hands and reliable catching ability, even in traffic.
Proven ability to gain significant yards after the catch.
Versatile player, contributing effectively on offense and special teams.
Strong leadership qualities – multi-year team captain.
Highly productive with a record-setting performance in the Texas Bowl.
Quick and agile, making him a threat in open space.
Consistently reliable, with multiple catches in 30 consecutive games.

Scouting Report: Weaknesses

Limited size and physical presence at 5’8″ and 175 pounds.
Struggles to create separation purely with speed.
Not highly effective as a run blocker.
Occasional difficulty making plays in tight coverage.
Relies more on effort and technique than burst and speed.

Scouting Report: Summary

Brennan Presley is a dynamic slot receiver who brings versatility and high football IQ to the field. His reliable hands, crisp route-running, and ability to rack up yards after the catch make him a valuable weapon in the passing game. As a proven leader and consistent performer, he offers immediate contributions on special teams and as a reliable third-down target.

However, Presley’s size at 5’8″ and 175 pounds presents concerns about his durability and physicality at the next level. He lacks elite top-end speed and struggles to create separation against more physical defenders. His run blocking and ability to make contested catches in tight coverage are areas needing improvement, which might limit his role in certain offensive schemes.

Presley’s NFL potential lies in his agility, quickness, and situational awareness. He can carve out a niche as a slot receiver and special teams ace, providing value on punt and kickoff returns. Teams seeking a shifty, high-motor player with strong hands and the ability to execute precise routes will find Presley appealing. To succeed, he’ll need to leverage his strengths and overcome his physical limitations, making the most of his football savvy and competitive drive.

Five takeaways from Rams’ 19-17 preseason Week 3 loss to Browns: Dresser Winn and Jordan Waters finish strong, Terrance Ferguson’s debut, and more

Stu Jackson

https://www.therams.com/news/five-takeaways-from-rams-19-17-preseason-week-3-loss-to-browns-dresser-winn-and-jordan-waters-finish-strong-terrance-ferguson-s-debut-and-more

CLEVELAND – Despite a 19-17 loss to the Browns on a last-second field goal on Saturday at Huntington Bank Field, there were still plenty of notable moments and observations for the Rams in their preseason finale, between the performances of quarterback Dresser Winn and running back Jordan Waters, Terrance Ferguson’s NFL debut and more.

Here are five takeaways from the contest.

1) Ferguson sees first action of the preseason. The rookie second-round draft pick had been sidelined for a portion of training camp and the preseason with a groin injury before returning to practice earlier this week. He finished with two receptions for 48 yards, though it would’ve been more had a 67-yard touchdown catch not been overturned due to him stepping out of bounds. The Rams’ broadcast mentioned at kickoff that Ferguson was slated to receive around 20 snaps.

2) Reserves on Rams defense get run against a first-team offense for the second-straight week. Similar to the Chargers in Week 2, Browns opened the game with starting quarterback Joe Flacco leading the first team offense, going three-and-out on the first possession before mounting a touchdown-scoring drive on their second possession via a 15-yard pass from Flacco to tight end Harold Fannin Jr. The third and final series of the Flacco-led Cleveland offense ended with a third-down sack of Flacco by Los Angeles inside linebacker Elias Neal.

3) Reserves on Rams offense get run against a first-team offense for the first time this preseason. Likewise, the Rams’ offensive reserves went against a Browns defense early on that was playing the majority of its first-team unit.

4) Dresser Winn starts at quarterback. This year’s preseason finale followed the same script as last year’s: After Stetson Bennett led the offense the first two games, it was Winn’s chance to do so in Week 3. After four-straight empty possessions, Winn completed a 33-yard pass to Ferguson en route to the Rams’ first points, a 1-yard touchdown pass he completed to wide receiver Drake Stoops to cut the Browns’ lead to 10-7 with 1:55 to go in the first half, and later the go-ahead scoring drive capped by running back Jordan Waters’ 2-yard touchdown run with 2:03 remaining. Winn finished 15 of 23 passing for 191 yards and one touchdown, Waters a team-high six carries for 42 yards in addition to the touchdown.

5) Defense notches six sacks, but late penalties costly. One of those six sacks was against Flacco, the other five Shedeur Sanders. However, the unit was penalized three times which helped move the Browns 25 total yards on the final drive of the game.