The Rams went into their Week 8 meeting with the Chargers at SoFi Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 1 without Joe Cardona and Colby Parkinson, two absences that shaped the game-day picture before kickoff. Joe Cardona's injury status had already made the long-snapper situation a key issue, and Jake McQuaide was elevated from the practice squad on Saturday to cover that role.
Which Rams were inactive?
At 1:05 p.m. PT, the Rams' inactive list included Joe Cardona, Colby Parkinson, Ty Simpson, Bill Murray, Keagen Trost and Desjuan Johnson. Cardona had been listed as doubtful on Friday because of an ankle injury, while Parkinson was listed as questionable.
For the Rams, the most important detail was Cardona's absence. With their long snapper unavailable, the team needed another option for the game, and McQuaide was the player brought up to handle that responsibility.
Which Chargers were inactive?
The Chargers also confirmed their inactive list for the Week 8 matchup, with Rodney Shelley and Donte Jackson unavailable against the Rams. That meant both teams entered the divisional game at SoFi Stadium with notable personnel changes already in place before the opening whistle.
In a matchup where every small detail matters, the Rams' adjustment at long snapper was the most immediate late change to track. Cardona's injury left them needing a replacement, and McQuaide's elevation was the practical answer for Sunday afternoon.
