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Blake Grupe injury: New Rams kicker injures knee vs. Cardinals

The Los Angeles Rams' kicker situation took an unexpected turn during Week 6 after Blake Grupe suffered a knee injury early in the team’s matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. Grupe, who had just been signed following the release of Harrison Mevis after a pair of missed field goals in Week 5, limped off the field following a violent tackle on a kickoff return.

The injury occurred during a play where Grupe was forced to make the stop after a long return, leaving him slow to recover and ultimately heading to the locker room with a doubtful status for the remainder of the game. With Grupe out, the Rams will rely on punter Ethan Evans to cover kicking duties, while wide receiver Jordan Whittington may step in to hold for the team’s special teams units.

The setback comes as the Rams look to stabilize their kicking game after a shaky start to the season.

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