They play in an offense that features one of the NFL’s premier passers and two of its most dynamic receivers. But Rams running backs Kyren Williams and Blake Corum will be pivotal pieces for a team that is expected to match or surpass last season’s 10-7 record and playoff appearance. Last season Williams rushed for more than 1,100 yards in 12 games, scored 15 touchdowns and made the Pro Bowl.
Tackle Alaric Jackson is suspended for two games for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy. Right tackle Rob Havenstein is questionable for the Sept. 8 opener at Detroit because of an ankle injury. The Rams re-signed right guard Kevin Dotson for $32 million in guarantees and then gave Jonah Jackson $34 million to play left guard, which would enable Steve Avila to move from guard to center.