Rams to place RB Darrell Henderson, LB Ernest Jones on IR

After seeing significantly more snaps during his second season in the NFL, Henderson was expected to be a workhorse for the Rams in 2021. The 24-year-old has been productive in his 12 games (10 starts), collecting 864 yards from scrimmage and eight touchdowns on 178 touches.

However, Henderson seemed to be behind Sony Michel on the depth chart once the former returned from his recent two-game absence. Michel saw time on 73 percent of the Rams' offensive snaps in Week 15, while Henderson played in only 27 percent of the Rams’ offensive snaps. Henderson got into only five snaps on Sunday before exiting with his injury. With Henderson out of the picture, Michel will likely continue to lead the depth chart, although the Rams could welcome back Cam Akers on Sunday. The 2020 second-round pick had 748 yards from scrimmage during his rookie campaign, but a torn Achilles has forced him to miss most of the 2021 season.

Linebacker Ernest Jones will also be placed on IR with a high ankle sprain, per Rodrigue (on Twitter). Jones will require surgery on the injury, but there’s a chance he returns for the playoffs. The rookie third-round pick has started seven of his 15 games this season, compiling 61 tackles, one sack, and two interceptions.