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NegativeRoleSep 12, 2026Turf Show Times

Rivers played 8 snaps (13% snap share) at running back in what appeared to be a mop-up situation; the source questions why a fast back with natural running skills and power but little pro experience like Jarquez Hunter wasn't used instead, noting Rivers didn't take a snap in special teams either.

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NegativeUsageSep 12, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers played 8 snaps (13% snap share) and the source questions why he wasn't used more in what appeared to be a mop-up situation tailor-made for a fast back with natural running skills and power but little pro experience like Jarquez Hunter; Rivers didn't take a snap in special teams either.

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NegativeUsageSep 11, 2026RotoWire NFL Articles

Rivers got no playing time before garbage time, when he took over as the Rams pulled starters in a blowout situation. He is not a factor in mainstream fantasy.

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PositiveNewsSep 4, 2026Sigmund Bloom

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers is projected to make the Rams' opening 53-man roster as the third running back, with the roster battle settled by the pre-kickoff trade of Jarquez Hunter.

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PositiveValueAug 28, 2026NBC Sports Rotoworld

RB Love still a 'value' player despite injury, suggesting the market has overreacted and he represents draft value.

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PositiveRoleAug 28, 2026Turf Show Times

Running back Ronnie Rivers was held out of preseason games, a decision that generated fan pushback as many wanted to see him cut in favor of Jarquez Hunter. However, McVay reiterated how important Rivers is to him because of 'trust,' indicating Rivers will make the roster. Hunter was subsequently traded to the Dolphins for Tutu Atwell, clearing the way for Rivers.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back Ronnie Rivers is making the Rams' roster. McVay reiterated how important Rivers is to him because of 'trust,' despite majority fan sentiment wanting him cut in favor of Jarquez Hunter. Hunter was subsequently traded to the Dolphins for Tutu Atwell, clearing the way for Rivers.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Turf Show Times

RB secured 53-man roster spot after competing in crowded running back room with established players Kyren Williams and Blake Corum viewed as locks; Rivers' special teams and return-game value helped separate him from younger competition and secure his roster spot despite preseason uncertainty.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers made the 53-man roster despite facing a legitimate roster battle in a crowded running back room where Kyren Williams and Blake Corum were viewed as locks. His special teams and return-game value helped separate him from younger backs competing for the final roster spots.

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NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers is part of the Rams' running back depth chart alongside Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, and also serves as a special teams ace, forming a crowded backfield that blocked Jarquez Hunter from meaningful playing time as a rookie.

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PositiveRoleAug 27, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Ronnie Rivers beat out Jarquez Hunter for the depth role behind Kyren Williams and Blake Corum on the Rams. Sean McVay endorsed Rivers as a player he 'trusts,' indicating confidence in his role moving forward.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McVay and the Rams are telling us that the top three backs are set: Kyren Williams, Blake Corum, and Ronnie Rivers; however, there is no telling if the team will even be willing to carry four running backs given the surplus of positive preseason performances from other candidates.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 25, 2026Turf Show Times

Rivers appeared on only 45.7% of fan-submitted 53-man rosters in the Turf Show Times consensus projection, making him the closest player on the bubble; the source suggests Rivers will likely make the roster despite the low consensus, noting that fans may simply dislike the idea of keeping an older running back who doesn't offer the upside of Jarquez Hunter.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

McVay is giving Rivers the 'protected player' treatment through 2 preseason games, keeping him out of action entirely, which signals McVay views him as important to the regular season roster. Rivers' primary value is as the team's kick returner, a role that could be the deciding factor in his roster inclusion over other running back candidates like Jarquez Hunter, Dean Connors, or Jordan Waters.

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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Turf Show Times

Running back on 47% of fan rosters facing a controversial roster bubble decision. Through two preseason games, Rivers is receiving the 'protected player' treatment from McVay, indicating he's likely to make the roster. The primary reason for his roster inclusion is his role as the team's kick returner. If Rivers does not make the cut, it would be because the team preferred what they saw from Jarquez Hunter, Dean Connors, or Jordan Waters. Special teams duty appears to be the key differentiator keeping Rivers on the roster over other running back candidates.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Turf Show Times

Ronnie Rivers is being treated as a lock for the Rams 53-man roster, indicating strong confidence in his roster status heading into the final preseason game and roster cuts.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ronnie Rivers is being treated as a lock for the Rams 53-man roster by the source.

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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Turf Show Times

Ronnie Rivers is competing with Jarquez Hunter for the RB#3 roster spot on the Rams; the source identifies this as one of three realistic offensive openings.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Turf Show Times

The source indicates Rivers not playing in preseason Week 2 does not assure him either the RB#3 or RB#4 roles and accompanying roster spot; he played just three snaps in 2025 and did not make the opening 53-man roster, and is now being leapfrogged by Jarquez Hunter.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Competing with Jarquez Hunter for the RB#3 roster spot on the Rams; the source identifies this as a realistic opening given the team's pattern of rostering three running backs in each of the past two seasons.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source indicates Rivers' roster spot is not assured despite not playing in Week 2; he played just three snaps last year and did not make the opening 53-man roster, and is now being leapfrogged by Jarquez Hunter for the RB3 role.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Source notes that keeping all preseason standouts would require moves fans wish would happen but won't, such as cutting Rivers, indicating he is currently rostered and unlikely to be cut despite fan sentiment.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Listed as one of three running backs on the Rams' projected 53-man roster alongside Kyren Williams and Blake Corum; sat out both preseason games entirely, indicating roster lock status despite being rested.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Turf Show Times

Listed as third running back on the Rams' 53-man roster projection alongside Kyren Williams and Blake Corum; sat out both preseason games, though the source notes this resting decision won't make some fans happy given his role.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The source projects Rivers will be cut from the 53-man roster. At 27 years old with only 72 career rushing attempts for 295 yards and 0 touchdowns, the source believes no team would use a waiver claim on him, making him a candidate to be cut and then re-signed to the practice squad for gameday elevation.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 23, 2026Turf Show Times

The source projects Rivers will be cut from the 53-man roster. At 27 years old with only 72 career rushing attempts for 295 yards and 0 touchdowns, the source believes it is highly unlikely a team would use a waiver claim on him, making it safe for the Rams to cut him and then re-sign him to the practice squad for gameday elevation.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back who appears to have the inside track on the No. 3 running back job on the Rams depth chart. His position ahead of Jarquez Hunter and Dean Connors suggests he has secured a roster spot, leaving the fourth running back position to be contested between Hunter and Connors.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 20, 2026Turf Show Times

Running back's roster safety is uncertain; did not play against the Chiefs in preseason Week 1; the Rams have seen enough of him over the years in preseason, and additional reps would only take away opportunities from younger players without providing new information.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers did not play against the Chiefs in the preseason opener; the source notes there is no telling whether Rivers is safe on the roster, and the Rams have seen enough of him over the years in the preseason, with additional reps only taking away from younger players without providing new information.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Veteran running back sat out of the first preseason game, which the source interprets as a signal that he's already made the 53-man roster.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers did not play in the preseason opener, which the source interprets as a strong hint that he is locked in as the Rams' primary backup running back. His absence from the game suggests the Rams are confident in his role and are not considering him for roster competition.

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NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ronnie Rivers did not dress for the Rams in their preseason opener against Kansas City, indicating he is not in the team's immediate plans.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers did not play in the preseason opener but is probably ahead of Jarquez Hunter on the depth chart. Rivers also contributes on special teams with higher frequency than Hunter, although that mix could change this season.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 16, 2026Turf Show Times

Ronnie Rivers is probably ahead of Jarquez Hunter on the depth chart at running back. Rivers also contributes on special teams with higher frequency than Hunter, although that mix could change this season potentially.

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NegativeUsageAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Ronnie Rivers could be vulnerable; last year his snaps were down substantially on both offense and special teams from past couple of seasons. He did fill a small role with 16 kickoff returns (2nd on team).

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NegativeUsageAug 14, 2026Turf Show Times

Rivers could be vulnerable; last year his snaps were down substantially on both offense and special teams from past couple of seasons. He did fill a small role with 16 kickoff returns (2nd on team).

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NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers is battling with Jarquez Hunter for what is likely the third and final spot on the Rams running back roster. The source notes that their real battle does not begin until the preseason, and both should be expected to see significant work to make their case.

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NegativeRoleAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rivers rejoins the 53-man roster for purely special teams purposes; he was previously out but is now back in.

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NegativeRoleAug 4, 2026Turf Show Times

Rivers rejoins the 53-man roster for purely special teams purposes; he was added back to the roster in this prediction.

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