Alaric Jackson Injury News & Updates
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Full practice Wednesday
Jackson (tailbone/blood clots) was a full participant at the Rams' practice Wednesday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has been working his way back from both a tailbone injury and blood clots, the latter of which he was diagnosed with in June. The offensive lineman now appears to be on track to start at left tackle in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Texans.
Sep 1, 2025
Practices Monday, in line for Week 1
Jackson (tailbone/blood clots) practiced Monday, and head coach Sean McVay said the team plans for Jackson to start Week 1 versus Houston, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.
ANALYSIS
The Rams intend to monitor Jackson throughout the week to see how he does after being diagnosed with blood clots in June. It sounds like the veteran will be able to suit up and start at left tackle Week 1 against the Texans as long as he does fine the rest of the week in practice.
Aug 25, 2025
Expects to play Week 1
Coach Sean McVay said Monday that he expects Jackson (tailbone/blood clots) to play in Week 1 versus the Texans, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has been working with Rams trainers since June when he was diagnosed with blood clots, and he's apparently progressed well in his recovery. He is expected to be back participating in team drills next Monday ahead of the Rams' season opener, and if the attitude of his coach is any indication, there's a good chance he starts at left tackle in Week 1.
Aug 18, 2025
On track with recovery
Head coach Sean McVay said Monday that Jackson (tailbone/blood clots) is "on track" with his rehab and is "in great shape right now," Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has been working with the Rams' medical staff since June after he was diagnosed with blood clots. His availability for 2025 is very much up in the air, but it appears the 27-year-old offensive tackle is taking the right steps in his recovery. It's unclear who would serve as the Rams' starting left tackle if Jackson were to miss regular-season games. D.J. Humphries signed with the team in mid-June but did not play in the first two preseason games. Instead, it has been AJ Arcuri and David Quessenberry who have drawn the start at left tackle in the first and second preseason games, respectively.
Jul 31, 2025
Participates in team drills
Jackson (blood clots) took part in team activities Friday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was able to participate in team drills for the first time Friday after being limited to only individual drills in the first two practices. This isn't the first time the 27-year-old has dealt with blood clots before as he missed nine games because of them in 2022. He signed a three-year, $57 million extension in February, and the team is hopeful they will have their starting left tackle back for the regular season.
Jul 22, 2025
Outlook remains hazy
Rams coach Sean McVay said Tuesday that the team hopes Jackson (blood clots) will get back on the field, though there remains uncertainty due to the nature of the offensive lineman's condition, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson also dealt with blood clots in 2022 but was ultimately able to resume playing. That said, the condition isn't easy to navigate, and McVay has deemed Jackson's status as being "a day at a time." Jackson will be allowed to participate in jog-throughs at the start of training camp but won't do any physical on-field work. If he's not ready to play by Week 1, the recently signed D.J. Humphries will likely fill in at left tackle.
Jun 13, 2025
Could miss time due to blood clots
Jackson is dealing with blood clots that are putting his availability for the 2025 season in question, though the belief is that he'll play this season, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson previously had similar issues with blood clots in 2022 but managed to continue his NFL career, making 35 starts since the start of the 2022 season. His strong play earned the left tackle a three-year, $57 million extension in February. The Rams signed D.J. Humphries on Thursday to provide some insurance in case Jackson misses time in 2025 due to this issue resurfacing.
Feb 28, 2025
Agrees to three-year extension
Jackson and the Rams agreed to terms Friday on a three-year, $57 million contract extension, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson reached terms on his extension on the same day that veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford and the team agreed to a restructured contract, hinting that one of the 37-year-old signal-caller's terms may have been the continued presence of his reliable left tackle. The 26-year-old former UDFA had been scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, and he would have been one of the top O-linemen available.
Jan 19, 2025
Suting up for divisional round
Jackson (chest) is active for Sunday's NFC divisional-round matchup against Philadelphia, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was expected to play despite missing practice Wednesday and Friday with a chest issue. The 26-year-old will hold down his spot as the Rams' starting left tackle versus an Eagles pass rush that has been one of the most disruptive units in the league this season.
Jan 17, 2025
Questionable, expected to play
Jackson (chest) is questionable to suit up for Sunday's NFC divisional-round clash against Philadelphia, but he's expected to play, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson is dealing with a chest injury and didn't practice Wednesday or Friday, though he was able to log a full session Thursday. While he's officially questionable for Sunday's battle against the Eagles, head coach Sean McVay said Friday that he expects Jackson to be available for that game.
Jan 16, 2025
Logs full practice Thursday
Jackson (chest) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson didn't participate in Wednesday's walkthrough and was tagged with a chest injury on the practice report, but he had no problem participating in Thursday's practice. Barring any setbacks, Jackson should start at left tackle in Sunday's NFC divisional-round clash against the Eagles.
Jan 15, 2025
Misses practice Wednesday
Jackson (thigh) did not participate at the Rams' practice Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson appears to have left Monday's win over the Vikings a little worse for wear, picking up a thigh injury in the process. The left tackle will have two more chances to return to the practice field this week before Sunday's matchup with the Eagles in the NFC divisional round. If he's forced to miss the contest, Joe Noteboom would be a candidate to draw a start on the offensive line.
Dec 8, 2024
Good to go against Buffalo
Jackson (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Bills, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson ended the week with consecutive limited practices, and he'll start at left tackle Sunday.
Dec 6, 2024
Likely playing in Week 14
Head coach Sean McVay told reporters Friday that Jackson (foot) is listed as questionable but is expected to play in Sunday's matchup against the Bills, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson appears to be trending toward playing in Week 14, as he upgraded from no participation in Wednesday's practice to a limited session Thursday. If the 26-year-old offensive lineman is able to play through his foot issue Sunday, he's expected to serve as the Rams' top left tackle, protecting Matthew Stafford's blindside.
Dec 1, 2024
Starting in Week 13
Jackson (foot) is active for Sunday's matchup with the Saints, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson will give it a go after suffering a foot injury at some point in the last week. He will operate in his starting role at left tackle against New Orleans.
Nov 30, 2024
Won't play Week 13
Jackson (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game against New Orleans, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson has drawn the questionable tag for Sunday's game despite not practicing all week due to a foot injury. Warren McClendon would be the top candidate to start at left tackle if Jackson is unable to play.
Sep 16, 2024
Back from suspension
The NFL reinstated Jackson form his two-game suspension Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was suspended for two games in late August for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, but he's now been reinstated after serving the full suspension. The Rams' offensive line is dealing with a plethora of injuries after just two weeks, so Jackson's return to left tackle will likely be a significant boost as the season progresses.
Aug 23, 2024
Suspended two games
Jackson has been suspended two games for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, Tyler Dragon of USA Today and Cameron DaSilva of USA Today report.
ANALYSIS
Jackson, who has been sidelined with an ankle injury of late, was projected to be the Rams' starting left tackle this season. He's now slated to miss the team's first two regular-season games and will be eligible to return to action in Week 3 against the 49ers. In his looming absence, Joe Noteboom is a candidate to fill in for Jackson.
Aug 8, 2024
Week-to-week with ankle injury
Head coach Sean McVay told reporters after Saturday's practice session that Jackson is considered week-to-week after rolling his ankle in practice Aug. 1, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was initially labelled as day-to-day after rolling his ankle, but McVay relayed that he doesn't want to rush the 26-year-old lineman back to practice. Jackson, who is slated to serve as the Rams' starting left tackle, will likely sit for Sunday's preseason opener against the Cowboys, but he could also be kept out of the following game against the Chargers on Aug. 17. In Jackson's absence, AJ Arcuri and Joe Noteboom will have an opportunity at more reps at left tackle with the first-team offense.
Jul 29, 2024
Tweaks ankle
Jackson tweaked his ankle at Monday's practice.
ANALYSIS
There is no word on the severity of Jackson's ankle injury at this time. Expect the Rams to err on the side of caution with him this early in camp in order to ensure his health for the start of the season. When healthy, he is projected to protect Matthew Stafford's blindside at left tackle.
Jul 29, 2024
Tweaks ankle
Jackson tweaked his ankle at Monday's practice.
ANALYSIS
There is no word on the severity of Jackson's ankle injury at this time. Expect the Rams to err on the side of caution with him this early in camp in order to ensure his health for the start of the season. When healthy, he is projected to protect Matthew Stafford's blindside at left tackle.
Apr 15, 2024
Signs new deal
Jackson signed his free agent tender from the Rams on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson had the second-round tender placed on him March 12 after he started 15 games for the Rams at left tackle in 2023. The 25-year-old allowed only 1.0 sacks last season and should remain the player protecting Matthew Stafford's blindside again in 2024.
Mar 12, 2024
Gets second-round tender
The Rams tendered restricted free agent Jackson at the second-round level, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson joined the Rams as an undrafted free agent out of Iowa in 2021, and he became a full-time starter in 2023, starting all 15 games in which he played. Revamping the offensive line and keeping it together has been an offseason priority for the Rams after they re-signed RG Kevin Dotson before then striking a free-agent deal with LG Jonah Jackson.
Jan 12, 2024
Set to play Sunday
Jackson (personal) carries no injury designation ahead of Sunday's contest against the Lions, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson did not participate in Friday's practice due to a personal matter, but he should be available for Sunday's wild-card game. He started all 16 games he played in the regular season.
Jan 1, 2024
Should return Tuesday
Jackson is expected to rejoin the Rams on Tuesday after missing Sunday's win over the Giants due to a "family situation," Greg Beacham of the Associated Press reports.
ANALYSIS
The left tackle was also questionable for the matchup with the Giants due to a thigh injury. Jackson has started all 14 games he's played in this season, and his return to the team is a positive first step toward starting again in Sunday's regular season finale against the 49ers.
Dec 31, 2023
Won't play Sunday
Jackson (thigh) is inactive ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 25-year-old offensive lineman was a late addition to the Rams' injury report, as he was a non-participant in Friday's practice due to a thigh injury, and it now seems as if that issue will stop him from suiting up in Week 17. Expect Joe Noteboom to fill in at left tackle in Jackson's stead.
Dec 30, 2023
Lands on injury report
Jackson is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants due to a thigh injury, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson popped up as a non-participant at Friday's practice after having no issues previously. It is unclear if the team was simply exercising caution or if he is in real danger of sitting out Sunday. More clarity on his status will come prior to kickoff.
Oct 8, 2023
Will play Sunday
Jackson (hamstring) is active Sunday against the Eagles, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was able to close out the week with a limited practice after logging back-to-back DNPs and missing the team's Week 4 game against the Colts. He should draw the start at left tackle.
Oct 6, 2023
Questionable for Week 5
Jackson (hamstring) has been deemed questionable to play Week 5 against Philadelphia, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
A hamstring injury forced Jackson to miss last week's contest against the Colts, and he began this week with a pair of DNPs. However, he returned to a limited session Friday, giving him a chance to suit up versus the Eagles on Sunday. Joe Noteboom has been ruled out this week due to a groin issue, so Warren McClendon may need to step in at left tackle if Jackson can't play.
Oct 1, 2023
Will not play Sunday
Jackson (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was unable to practice through the week, so his absence isn't a major surprise. Joe Noteboom is expected to pick up the start at left tackle in Jackson's stead.
Sep 29, 2023
Could play Sunday
Jackson (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against Indianapolis, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 25-year-old was held out of practice all week after suffering a hamstring injury during Los Angeles' Week 3 loss to Cincinnati. Head coach Sean McVay told reporters Friday that Jackson is expected to be a game-time decision this coming Sunday. If Jackson is unable to suit up, Joe Noteboom is the likely replacement at left tackle.
Sep 25, 2023
Exits with thigh injury
Jackson (thigh) is questionable to return to Monday's contest with the Bengals, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson went down with a thigh injury in the first half of Monday's game and it's unclear if he'll be able to play in the second half. If he's unable to go, Joe Noteboom will continue to operate as the primary left tackle.
Jun 2, 2023
Active for OTAs
Jackson (illness) has been an active participant at the Rams' OTAs this week, Jourdan Rodrigue of the Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was placed on injured reserve in November after he was diagnosed with blood clots, but he appears ready to go ahead of the 2023 campaign. The offensive lineman will look to pick up where he left off at left tackle last season, impressing as injury replacement for starter Joe Noteboom (Achilles), who he'll slot in behind again this year on the depth chart.
Nov 16, 2022
Moves to IR
The Rams placed Jackson (illness) on injured reserve Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson is expected to miss the remainder of the campaign after being diagnosed with blood clots, so his move to IR is simply transactional. In his absence, Ty Nsekhe is expected to start at left tackle moving forward.
Nov 15, 2022
Done for season
Jackson (knee) will miss the remainder of the season after being diagnosed with blood clots, Skyler Carlin of Rams Wire reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson's diagnosis is another blow to the Rams offensive line, which has been devastated by injuries this season. The 24 year-old has started six games for the team in 2022, most recently at left tackle, and he had missed Sunday's loss to the Cardinals due to a knee injury. Ty Nsekhe will likely take over at left tackle Sunday against the Saints.
Nov 13, 2022
Isn't suiting up in Week 10
Jackson (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Stu Jackson of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson was unable to log any practice activity leading up to Sunday's contest versus Arizona due to a knee issue, so his absence shouldn't come as much of a surprise. Either Ty Nsekhe or Bobby Evans are expected to replace the 24-year-old on the Rams' offensive line in Week 10.
Nov 11, 2022
Doubtful for Week 10
Jackson (knee) is considered doubtful to play against Arizona on Sunday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jackson did not practice at all this week while dealing with a knee injury, so he's likely a longshot to play Sunday. The 24-year-old has started each of the last six games on the Rams' depleted offensive line, so his absence should vault either Ty Nsekhe or Bobby Evans to step in at left tackle against the Cardinals.
Dec 19, 2021
Activated Saturday
Jackson (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson won't be forced to miss any game action after landing on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday. Though typically a reserve lineman, Jackson could start at right tackle if Rob Havenstein (undisclosed) is not activated in time for the team's contest against Seattle.
Dec 14, 2021
Placed on COVID-19 list
Jackson was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Jackson is vaccinated according to head coach Sean McVay, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports. Since Jackson is vaccinated he could return to the active roster as soon as Sunday against the Seahawks, if he were able to produce two negative COVID tests at least 24-hours apart. With fellow offensive tackle Rob Havenstein's placement on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Dec. 12, Jackson could be looking at a significant increase in snaps Sunday against the Seahawks if he were to be cleared in time and Havenstein isn't.
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