Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp suffered a season-ending ACL back in November in a game against the division rival Seattle Seahawks.
Unfortunately for the Rams, Kupp left behind a gigantic void on offense. The Rams did make the Super Bowl and proved to be an elite team regardless, but the passing game suffered after his injury.
Head coach Sean McVay provided some details and an update on Kupp's recovery according to Josh Alper of Pro Football Talk.
Article Continues Below“He’s making great progress. He’s one of the most conscientious players that I’ve ever seen. He’s already worried about, ‘Am I going to miss some things in OTAs?’ — things like that,” McVay said. “But talking to Dr. [Neal] ElAttrache and [trainer] Reggie Scott, he’s in great shape and right on pace to be ready to go, especially with training camp.”
The Rams will get their star receiver back next season, and he helped bring the Rams offense into the elite category since McVay took over the head coaching job. Kupp along with wide receivers Robert Woods and Brandin Cooks are arguably the best receiving corps in the league.
Since the Rams have so many weapons on offense, it was surprising to see the incredible chemistry between quarterback Jared Goff and Kupp. Prior to his injury Kupp had 40 catches for 566 yards and six touchdowns, so it's fair to assume he was on track for a monster season. Thankfully the Rams will have their receiver trio intact next season, and they will benefit greatly from Kupp's return.