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SONY MICHEL
Solid effort again Michel ran for 74 yards and one touchdown on 19 carries and caught three passes for 25 yards on five targets against Baltimore on Sunday.
Impact The Ravens didn't give the Rams any freebies Sunday and Michel had to grind out his yardage, but fantasy investors won't mind as long as Michel gets usage like this, especially if it comes with a touchdown most weeks. With Darrell Henderson (knee) out of the picture it's almost a given that Michel maintains his volume going forward, including against the 49ers in Week 18.
JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Highlights: Rams RB Sony Michel's touchdown vs. Ravens in Week 17 Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel burrows through blocks for a goal-line touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 17 at M&T Ba...
JANUARY 2, 2022 • THERAMS.COM
Sony Michel has allowed Rams to grind out wins, but will it work against Ravens? The Rams began a winning streak that carried them to the playoffs behind the rushing of Sony Michel. The ground game will be tested by the R...
JANUARY 2, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Hardnosed RB Sony Michel carries Rams to playoff berth
Sony Michel’s hardnosed running style played a major role in the Los Angeles Rams’ surge into a playoff spot over the past monthDECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings, minus QB Cousins, look to beat Packers again
The Minnesota Vikings have won their last two matchups with the Packers and are the only NFC North team to beat them during Matt LaFleur’s three-year coaching tenure in Green BayDECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sony Michel's toughness could be Rams' secret weapon
Sony Michel has been the NFL's leading rusher in December, spurring the Rams' Super Bowl dreams, Eric D. Williams writes.DECEMBER 30, 2021
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 17
Keep an eye on the news with Jimmy Garoppolo in San FranciscoDECEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sony Michel helping power Rams' push toward postseason The Rams finished the month of December undefeated, and it wasn't a coincidence that Sony Michel's efforts correlated with that success.
DECEMBER 29, 2021 • THERAMS.COM
Staying in lead role for now The Rams plan to keep leaning on Michel down the stretch run of the season, according to NFL.com's Kevin Patra.
Impact That's especially true with Darrell Henderson (knee) landing on IR this week, though Michel had already taken over the lead role after his teammate dealt with a thigh injury and then COVID-19. The Rams are now left with Jake Funk and special teamer Buddy Howell as their backup options, along with Cam Akers (Achilles) whenever he's ready to play (possibly as soon as this Sunday in Baltimore). While Akers could be a bigger part of the offense in the playoffs, he shouldn't take too much work from Michel in his first game back from a severe injury, be it in Week 17, Week 18 or the postseason.
DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Sean McVay talks injury updates coming out of Vikings game, Sony Michel's impact, opportunities ahead for Rams Rams head coach Sean McVay discusses the statuses of LB Ernest Jones, RB Darrell Henderson Jr., DL Greg Gaines, WR Ben Skowronek and OL Bria...
DECEMBER 28, 2021 • THERAMS.COM
Rams not flawless, but looking sharp after perfect December
The Los Angeles Rams followed up a winless November with a perfect DecemberDECEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vikings lacked energy early Sunday, now lacking playoff spot
The statistical snapshot for the Minnesota Vikings' 30-23 loss came with an offense that stumbled on third down and in the red zone and a defense being run over by Los AngelesDECEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sony Michel talks physical running style, performance over Rams' last four games Rams RB Sony Michel discusses what goes into his physical approach to running the football and getting yards after contact and his contribut...
DECEMBER 28, 2021 • THERAMS.COM
Sony Michel's best plays in 131-yard game ' Week 16 Check out Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel's best plays in 131-yard game in Week 16 of the 2021 NFL Season.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • NFL.COM
Highlights: Rams RB Sony Michel's best plays in his 131-yard game vs. Vikings in Week 16 Check out Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel's best plays in his 131-yard game in Week 16 of the 2021 NFL Season.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • THERAMS.COM
Dominates backfield Michel rushed the ball 27 times for 131 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's 30-23 win over the Vikings. He added one reception for four yards.
Impact Michel dominated touches out of the Rams' backfield to begin the game, but his role as the top back was cemented when Darrell Henderson was ruled out with a knee injury. As a result, Michel earned a season-high 27 carries and racked up 135 total yards. He tallied four carries of 10 yards or more and also plunged into the end zone from one yard away to open the scoring. Michel has earned at least 20 total touches in each of his last four games and appears well positioned to be the lead back once again in Week 17 against Baltimore.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Punt return TD sparks Rams in playoff-clinch win vs. Vikings
Brandon Powell returned a punt 61 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter to lift Los Angeles with Matthew Stafford mired in a slumpDECEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Highlights: Rams RB Sony Michel hits spin cycle for rushing touchdown vs. Vikings in Week 16 Los Angeles Rams RB Sony Michel hits spin cycle for a rushing touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 16 at U.S. Bank Stadium.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • THERAMS.COM
Sony Michel hits spin cycle for rushing TD Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel hits spin cycle for rushing TD.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • NFL.COM
Cam Akers returns to Rams practice after offseason injury
Running back Cam Akers has returned to practice with the Los Angeles RamsDECEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rams in stride in NFC West race, visit Vikings on short rest
The Los Angeles Rams have won three straight games to improve to 10-4 and match Arizona for the NFC West leadDECEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rumbles for 92 yards Michel rushed 18 times for 92 yards in Tuesday's 20-10 win over the Seahawks. He was not targeted in the passing game.
Impact Head coach Sean McVay stated that Michel had worked his way into a timeshare with Darrell Henderson with the latter returning from the reserved/COVID-19 list this week. A low-scoring, late-lead game script for the Rams resulted in Michel receiving more touches (18 to eight). The team's midseason lull might have been a result of a lack of balance on offense, and the Rams appear to have found that balance with the power back's downhill running style. Next week's tilt against the Vikings smells like a potential shootout between two high-powered offenses with a lot on the line, so it wouldn't be surprising to see Henderson receive extra looks in those types of matchups down the stretch.
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Victory Speech: Listen as Sean McVay hands game balls to Rams S Taylor Rapp & RB Sony Michel after Week 15 win vs. Seahawks Listen as Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay hands the game ball to Rams S Taylor Rapp & RB Sony Michel after the Week 15 win vs. the Se...
DECEMBER 22, 2021 • THERAMS.COM
