The Los Angeles Rams open their 2025 season at home against the Houston Texans, with kickoff scheduled for Sunday, September 7, at 4:25 p.m. ET at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Fans can catch the action on CBS, or stream live via Fubo and Paramount+ (regional restrictions may apply).
While excitement builds for both teams entering the new season, injuries will play a role in how Week 1 unfolds. Let’s take a closer look at the Rams’ injury report and some important matchups to watch.
Rams Injury Report
The Rams listed three players on their final injury report ahead of Sunday’s matchup:
Ahkello Witherspoon | CB (Knee) – Questionable
The veteran cornerback was limited in practice throughout the week due to a knee injury. In 2024, Witherspoon recorded 30 tackles, one interception, and nine passes defended. His status will be crucial for a Rams secondary facing a Texans passing game that continues to improve.
Rob Havenstein | OL (Rest) – Did Not Participate
The experienced offensive lineman was given a rest day and did not practice. Havenstein only appeared in three games last season, and the Rams will need his stability up front to protect Matthew Stafford and set the tone for the run game.
AJ Jackson | OL (Illness) – Limited
Jackson missed time with an illness but returned in a limited capacity. He played in six games last season and provides valuable depth on the offensive line.
Rams vs. Texans: Key Numbers
Last season, the Rams averaged 21.6 points per game, nearly identical to the 21.9 points per game allowed by the Texans’ defense. That margin could prove decisive in Sunday’s opener.
When the Rams scored more than 21.9 points in 2024, they went 5-1 overall and were a perfect 6-0 against the spread. Scoring efficiency will be key if Los Angeles hopes to start the season strong.
On the other side, the Texans posted a 9-1 record in games where they held opponents under 21.6 points, while going 5-4-1 against the spread overall. Their defensive consistency often dictated outcomes.
Yardage comparisons also suggest a tight battle: the Rams averaged 331.4 total yards per game, while the Texans’ defense surrendered 315 yards on average. Both units operated at a similar level of efficiency, with the Rams producing 5.6 yards per play and Houston allowing 5.4.
Final Thoughts
Week 1 matchups often set the tone for the rest of the season, and this contest between the Rams and Texans has the makings of a close, tactical game. With a balanced statistical outlook from last year and key players’ health in question, the margin for error will be slim.
All eyes will be on how Los Angeles manages its offensive line depth and whether the defense can hold off Houston’s young playmakers. If the Rams can push past the 22-point mark, history says their chances of victory increase significantly.