The Los Angeles Rams are heading into the Chicago Bears matchup with some concern about the cold weather. But the Rams are one of the best teams in the NFL, and should be able to beat the Bears this weekend.
While the Bears' defense isn't as tough to face as some other teams, they have an uncanny knack for forcing turnovers, whether it's fumbles or interceptions. That's why having a fully healthy team will be so big for the Rams.
Fortunately, as Underdog NFL shared, the Rams are getting one of their key offensive lineman back, as Kevin Dotson is expected to play for the Rams in the Divisional round against the Bears.
Rams get good news on Kevin Dotson for Bears game
"Rams G Kevin Dotson (ankle) will play in Divisional round," Underdog NFL shared on Friday afternoon.
This is some huge news for the Rams. While Justin Dedich wasn't terrible in place of Dotson, getting the star offensive guard back is some very welcome news.
Matthew Stafford's pass protection and the run blocking for Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, should be much improved now that the offensive line is good to go.
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Against the leaky Bears defense, having a fully healthy offensive line is a big deal. Dotson, one of the best guards in the NFL, being back is some incredible news for the Rams.
The 29-year-old veteran in his sixth season has been dealing with an ankle injury he suffered against the Seattle Seahawks.
After missing the end of the year and the first round of the playoffs, the Rams guard is back for Sean McVay and the Rams.
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