Kicker Harrison Mevis strives to get back on track when Rams Play the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Mevis, who signed with the Rams in November, made all eight of his field goal attempts before missing from 48 yards late in the fourth quarter. The Rams lost 38–37 in overtime. by the Seattle Seahawks on Dec. 18 in Seattle.
“Just keep shooting,” Mevis said. “I'm not going to be perfect in my career – no one is. And it's all about how you react, bounce back and take the next shot.”
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Gary Klein breaks down everything you need to know ahead of Monday night's game between the Rams and Atlanta Falcons.
After a loss that included a fourth-quarter punt return for a touchdown by the Seahawks, Rams coach Sean McVay special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn fired.
Three of the Rams' four defeats were due to serious errors in play and Blackburn's dismissal was just the latest change made to address the problems.
When the Rams signed Mevis to replace Joshua Carty – who was signed by the Arizona Cardinals last week. from the Rams' practice squad — they also brought in veteran tackle Jake McQuaid to replace Alex Ward.
The game against the Falcons will mark Ben Kotwicki's debut as interim special teams coordinator.
Kotwica has worked in the NFL for most of the last 18 years and coached with McVay in Washington. Kotwica was the Denver Broncos' special teams coordinator in 2023 and 2024 before joining the Rams staff as a special teams assistant.
“We've had some games throughout the year that have cost us a lot, but I like the way our guys approach things,” Kotwica said. “They understand the urgency. We're part of a championship football team and we're just ready to do our part to keep that Lombardi going.” [Trophy] early next year.”
Key injuries
Rams: OL Kevin Dotson (ankle, out); D.B. Josh Wallace (ankle, out); WR Davante Adams (hamstring, questionable); OL Alaric Jackson (knee, questionable); DL Braden Fiske (ankle, questionable but expected to play); CB Roger McCreary (hip, expected to be placed on injured reserve).
Falcons: CB Mike Hughes (ankle, out); CB Clark Phillips III (triceps/illness, out); DL Sam Roberts (knee/ankle, out); WR Drake London (knee, questionable).
How to watch and listen to Rams vs. Falcons
The Rams (11-4) and Atlanta Falcons (6-9) will play Monday at 5:15 p.m. PT. The game will be shown on ABC in the Los Angeles area and nationally on ESPN and ESPN Deportes. In Southern California, fans can listen to the game at 7:10 a.m., 93.1 FM and 1:30 p.m. (Spanish).
Rams vs. Falcons Odds and Lines
Who will win Rams vs Falcons?
Gary Klein's pick: A few weeks ago, this looked like a potential easy win for the Rams. Now this may be more difficult. However, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will beat out Kirk Cousins. Rams 30, Falcons 24
