Rams cornerback Jaylen Watson to have season-ending shoulder surgery
The gist
Rams cornerback Jaylen Watson will undergo season-ending surgery on his right shoulder, coach Sean McVay announced.
The free-agent signing had 24 tackles and an interception in seven games.
How it unfolded
- Sep 28, 2026Watson dislocated his shoulder in the second quarter of the Rams' Week 3 loss to the Broncos in Denver and was carted to the locker room.
- Sep 29, 2026McVay said Watson would probably miss the Week 4 game at the Eagles but would not be placed on Injured Reserve.
- Oct 10, 2026Watson returned to the practice field less than two weeks after the injury, wearing a protective harness and eyeing a return against the Bills.