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Davante Adams news
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The gist
Davante Adams sat out all Rams preseason games, staying fresh for Week 1. His 14 touchdown catches last season lead the NFL, but age and injuries raise risk.
Background
Davante Adams, a six-time Pro Bowler, joined the Rams and formed a strong connection with quarterback Matthew Stafford in the second half of 2025. He led the NFL with 14 touchdown receptions despite missing three games due to a hamstring injury. As the Rams prepare for their season opener against the 49ers in Australia, Adams' workload and health are key storylines.
How it unfolded
- Sep 3, 2026Adams did not play in any of the Rams' three preseason games, as reported by fantasy football news.
- Sep 5, 2026Analysts warn the Rams about Adams' age (33) and injury history, suggesting potential load management and missed games.
- Sep 6, 2026Coach Sean McVay, Stafford, and Adams discuss preparations for Week 1 in Australia, highlighting their on-field chemistry.
- Sep 7, 2026Adams jokes about Australia's dangerous wildlife, and expresses confidence in the Rams' receiving corps, calling it the most locked-in of his career.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- The Athletic's Nate Atkins warns that the Rams must brace for potential load management and missed games for Adams, who is 33 and dealt with lower-body injuries last season.
- Bulls
- Adams' league-leading 14 touchdown receptions and strong rapport with Stafford suggest he remains a top red-zone threat.
- Bears
- Pro Football Network notes that nearly half of Adams' fantasy points came from touchdowns, a source that history says will not repeat, making him a risky draft pick.
Still unverified
Reports of Adams' contract conversion and potential $18M cap space are speculative and not confirmed.