The Los Angeles Rams were dealt a significant blow in Week 10 last season when Cooper Kupp suffered a torn ACL. He missed the rest of the season and the playoffs, giving way to Josh Reynolds as a starter.
The Rams will be getting their top slot receiver back in 2019 and according to Sean McVay, Kupp will be back on the field in training camp. McVay said at the NFL combine Thursday that Kupp is expected to be ready for camp in July.
“He’s making great progress. He’s one of the most conscientious players that I’ve ever seen. He’s already worried about, ‘Am I going to miss some things in OTAs?’ — things like that,” McVay said, via the team’s official site. “But talking to Dr. [Neal] ElAttrache and Reggie Scott, he’s in great shape and right on pace to be ready to go, especially with training camp.”
Despite only playing eight games last season, Kupp still finished fourth on the team in receiving yards (566), receptions (40) and tied for first with six touchdowns. He was an integral part of the offense, not only being Jared Goff’s security blanket underneath, but also making plays down the field.
With Kupp healthy, the Rams have one of the most talented and deepest receiver groups in the NFL. Brandin Cooks and Robert Woods had phenomenal 2018 seasons with 1,000-plus yards and at least 80 catches each, while Reynolds provides great depth as the fourth receiver, as well.
The Rams could’ve used Kupp in the Super Bowl when they scored just three points and had trouble converting on third down.
