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Article3 Sean McVay philosophies that could be holding the Rams backSeptember 11, 2026

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They brought back Xavier Smith instead.

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Rams' retention of Xavier Smith signals continued special teams vulnerability.

The Rams brought back Xavier Smith for special teams duties despite prior-season losses tied to special teams failures (punt return TD allowed Week 16, muffed punt in NFC Championship), suggesting the team did not prioritize upgrading this area.

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Smith's return as kick returner is uninspired; Rams need dynamic special teams.

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Smith brought back as KR despite Rams' special teams failures; not dynamic.

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Smith confident in Rams' Australia travel plan based on successful London trip model.

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Smith's 23% 11p snap share eliminates deep-league fantasy relevance.

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Rams WR/TE routes run last night. On 29 QB dropbacks: 1. WR Davante Adams 21 2. WR Puka Nacua 20 3. TE Colby Parkinson 19 4. TE Terrance Ferguson 14...

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Smith locked in as top-six wide receiver on Rams' opening roster.

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