Case Keenum NFL Fantasy Profiles

Set to sign with Denver

Keenum intends to sign with Denver when free agency begins Wednesday, ESPN reports.

Analysis: It sounds like the Vikings are set to try and sign Kirk Cousins. Keenum will thus move to Denver. However, none of this is official and players could change their minds before signings can officially begin Wednesday. Keenum threw for 3,547 yards and 22 touchdowns in leading the Vikings to the NFC Championship game.

Keenum could draw interest from the Broncos, Browns, Cardinals and Vikings, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

Analysis: With the Vikings shaping up as the early favorites for Kirk Cousins, it won't come as any surprise if Keenum is forced to find a new team. In addition to the franchises mentioned above, the Jets and Bills figure to be in the market for quarterbacks. Keenum will be an unrestricted free agent when the new league year begins March 14.

The Vikings don't intend to use their franchise tag on Keenum before the March 6, allowing the quarterback to instead hit unrestricted free agency, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: The franchise tag for quarterbacks is projected at around $23 million in 2018, so the Vikings weren't eager to pony up to retain Keenum at that price coming off just one season as a full-time starter, albeit an effective one. Minnesota's reluctance to use the tag on Keenum doesn't necessarily indicate the club isn't interested in retaining the 30-year-old, but he may rate as a fallback option at this point in the event the Vikings aren't able to ink the top quarterback available on the market…read more

Keenum completed 28 of 48 pass attempts for 271 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in Sunday's 38-7 loss to the Eagles.

Analysis: Keenum struggled for much of the afternoon, completing just 58 percent of his passes for 5.6 yards per attempt. He threw a 25-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Rudolph on the opening drive of the game, but he thew a pick-six later in the quarter and was intercepted again on the final possession, with the game already out of hand. Keenum put together a strong regular season, setting career highs in every single offensive category, and came within a game of leading his team to the Super Bowl. Those…read more

Keenum completed 25 of 40 passes for 318 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Sunday's 29-24 NFC divisional-round victory over the Saints.

Analysis: Keenum marched the Vikings' offense up and down the field throughout the first two quarters of play, setting up both Latavius Murray and Jerick McKinnon for rushing touchdowns to put Minnesota up 17-0 at half. However, the Saints' defense tightened up thereafter and Keenum couldn't get much of anything going before hitting Stefon Diggs for a 61-yard, game-winning touchdown as time expired. While it wasn't a huge statistical outing for the quarterback -- especially since the bulk of his fantasy…read more

Keenum was 21-of-29 passing for 189 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions in Sunday's win over Chicago.

Analysis: Keenum didn't need to do too much in the passing game after the Vikings got an early lead, but he was efficient as usual with a 101.1 passer rating. He'll try to keep his unexpected breakout season going at home in the playoffs after a bye.

Keenum completed 14 of 25 passes for 139 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 16-0 victory at Green Bay.

Analysis: Overall, Keenum's stat line wasn't impressive by any metric, but he managed the game once again, avoiding a turnover for the ninth time in 14 appearances this season. In fact, the 139 passing yards marked his fewest in any game this season and were joined by four carries for minus-two yards. He salvaged his day, though, with a TD connection with Stefon Diggs to conclude the Vikings' third drive of the evening and set the tone for yet another win. If the Vikings emerge from this weekend with the…read more

Keenum completed 20 of 23 passes for 236 yards and two touchdowns while adding a 20-yard rush in Sunday's 34-7 victory over the Bengals.

Analysis: Keenum was accurate and efficient, misfiring on just three passes while throwing touchdown passes from 20 yards and one yard out to Stefon Diggs and Kyle Rudolph, respectively. He was replaced by Teddy Bridgewater after the Rudolph score gave Minnesota a 34-0 lead, but there's no quarterback controversy here. Any inkling of such a narrative was put to rest when Bridgewater promptly threw an interception on his first passing attempt.

Locked in as Week 15 starter

Keenum will start Week 15 against the Bengals, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Analysis: The rumors about Teddy Bridgewater taking the job went quiet the past month as Keenum continued to play at a high level. Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer made it clear that one bad outing won't cost Keenum the job, as Sunday's 31-24 loss in Carolina was preceded by eight consecutive victories, with five of those coming against teams that currently own winning records. Keenum threw two picks and lost a fumble in Sunday's loss, but he also tossed a pair of touchdowns while accounting for 320 yards…read more

Keenum completed 27 of 44 passes for 280 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 31-24 loss to Carolina. He also scrambled five times for 40 yards and lost a fumble.

Analysis: While Keenum was picked off on a deep ball intended for Adam Thielen on the opening drive, he made amends with an 18-yard touchdown pass to tight end Kyle Rudolph on the next possession. The quarterback threw another interception while targeting Stefon Diggs in the fourth quarter, but looked Thielen's way with more success on a 52-yard touchdown on the next drive and added a successful two-point conversion to Blake Bell. While a late winning drive by Carolina ended up rendering Minnesota's…read more

Keenum completed 25 of 30 passes for 227 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 14-9 win over the Falcons.

Analysis: Keenum completed an impressive 83 percent of his passes while connecting with nine different receivers. He connected with Jerick McKinnon on a two-yard touchdown in the second quarter and hit Kyle Rudolph for a six-yard score in the fourth. Keenum is in excellent form over the last five weeks, averaging 276.2 yards per game with 12 total touchdowns compared to three turnovers. His stellar play has earned him a bit of job security, as Mike Zimmer stated that he'll start against the Panthers next…read more

Keenum will start against the Falcons in Week 13, but Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said the team is still re-evaluating its quarterback situation on a weekly basis, Andrew Krammer of The Star Tribune reports.

Analysis: As much as the Vikings want to see Teddy Bridgewater under center, Keenum is making it impossible for the thriving team to make a change. He's led Minnesota to seven consecutive victories, most recently completing 21 of 30 passes for 282 yards and two scores (with another touchdown on the ground) in Thursday's 30-23 win over the Lions. Keenum may have even earned some leash to work with, whereas it once seemed a single bad outing would be enough to give Bridgewater the job. There is some…read more

Keenum completed 21 of 30 passes for 282 yards and two touchdowns during Thursday's 30-23 win over the Lions. He also rushed seven times for 20 yards and a score.

Analysis: This was just the fourth multi-touchdown game of the season for Keenum, but with seven consecutive wins, it's difficult to nitpick his play for the Vikings. Minnesota's bread and butter is its rushing attack and strong defense, so Keenum will likely continue to have some game-to-game inconsistency moving forward. Still, this showing serves as another example that he's a solid fantasy option for upcoming favorable matchups. Additionally, as long as the Vikings are winning, it would seem more and…read more

Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer confirmed that Keenum would start Thursday's game against the Lions, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Analysis: In the days leading up to the Vikings' Week 11 game against the Rams, Zimmer was initially reluctant to commit to Keenum as the team's starting quarterback, but ultimately gave the nod to the 29-year-old. Keenum remained his typically steady self in the Vikings' 24-7 victory, completing 27 of 38 passes for 240 yards and a touchdown to earn some more leash in his starting role. While Keenum isn't a Pro Bowl-level talent, his 66 percent completion rate and 12:5 TD:INT in nine appearances this…read more

Positioned for another start

Vikings coach Mike Zimmer admitted that it would be difficult to remove Keenum from the starting role, Chip Scoggins of The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. "It's going to be hard to yank him out of there right now," Zimmer acknowledged after Sunday's 24-7 win over the Rams.

Analysis: As much as the team wants to see Teddy Bridgewater in a game, there's no way the Vikings can justify benching Keenum when he hasn't turned in a poor outing since Week 4. The team's status as a clear favorite in the NFC North and potential top-two seed means talent evaluation for the future isn't a priority. Bridgewater may still be viewed as the likely quarterback for 2017 and beyond, but he won't get a shot in a game situation unless Keenum starts to struggle or the Vikings have a meaningless…read more

Keenum completed 27 of 38 passes for 280 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions in Sunday's 24-7 win over the Rams. He also gained 20 yards on three rushes.

Analysis: Teddy Bridgewater's looming presence doesn't seem to have shaken up Keenum over the last two games, as he's thrown for 584 yards and generated a 5:2 TD:INT ratio over the last pair of contests. Keenum has completed better than 70 percent of his throws in both of those games as well, leading the Vikings to a pair of impressive wins. He got some help from Adam Thielen on his one touchdown Sunday, as the talented receiver took a short throw 65 yards to the house in the fourth quarter to give…read more

Confirmed as Week 11 starter

Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer confirmed Wednesday that Keenum would remain the starting quarterback for the Week 11 home game against the Rams.

Analysis: It's not overly surprising that Keenum will retain the starting assignment this week after leading the Vikings to a 38-30 win -- the team's fifth straight -- over Washington on Sunday, a game in which he threw for 304 yards and a career-high four touchdowns. In that contest, Keenum also threw two second-half interceptions to let Washington back into the contest, but since given Keenum's solid body of work throughout the season, Zimmer determined it wasn't time to turn the offense over to Teddy…read more

The Vikings are expected to stick with Keenum as their starter for Week 11 against the Rams, Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports.

Analysis: Per ESPN.com's Courtney Cronin, Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said he hasn't announced a decision to his team and doesn't plan to do so before Wednesday. It makes sense that Keenum would get at least one more start, coming off a 304-yard, four-touchdown performance in Sunday's 38-30 road win over the Redskins. The Vikings may be eager to see Teddy Bridgewater in a game, but it's tough for a division-leading team to justify benching a quarterback who's produced five consecutive victories. Keenum…read more

Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said he has a plan for Week 11 against the Rams, but he declined to specify whether than plan features Keenum or Teddy Bridgewater as the starter, ESPN.com's Courtney Cronin reports.

Analysis: Keenum completed 21 of 29 passes for 304 yards and four scores in Sunday's 38-30 win over the Redskins, but his interceptions on back-to-back drives in the second half opened a window for Washington to make a comeback. While Keenum seemingly has played well enough to keep the starting job -- at least for another week -- the Vikings may be anxious to see how Bridgewater looks in a game for the first time since 2015. It's an unusual situation for a likely playoff team on a five-game winning…read more

Keenum completed 21 of 29 passes for 304 yards, four touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 38-30 win over Washington.

Analysis: Washington has given plenty of top-shelf quarterbacks trouble this season, including Russell Wilson and Derek Carr. During parts of Sunday, however, Keenum -- Minnesota's starter only because of the bad knees of Sam Bradford and Teddy Bridgewater -- looked like Joe Montana with four touchdown passes in the first 33 minutes of the game. He has now thrown multiple touchdowns in back-to-back games after just one such performance in his first six outings of the year. He cooled off in the second…read more

Keenum will start at quarterback Sunday in the Vikings' game against the Redskins, Chris Mortensen of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Keenum has gone 4-2 in his six starts and shined in his lone appearance in relief of Sam Bradford (knee) this season, completing 63.9 percent of his passes while posting a 7:3 TD:INT. Bradford hasn't made much notable progress in his recovery coming out of the Vikings' bye week and is without a timetable to return, but despite his success thus far, Keenum may soon face a new challenger for the starting role in Teddy Bridgewater (knee), who is set to be activated from the Physically Unable to…read more

Keenum completed 27 of 43 passes for 288 yards, two touchdowns and one interception during Sunday's 33-16 win over the Browns.

Analysis: Keenum notched a season high in pass attempts as the Browns hung close for three quarters, finishing with his second-highest yardage output of the year. While he wasn't incredibly efficient through the air, the volume played up thanks to touchdown connections with Adam Thielen and Kyle Rudolph. Keenum, who failed to top 200 yards in two of his previous three games, has yet to string together consistently effective performances as the starter this year. He's still guided the team to a four-game…read more

Starting again this week

Keenum will start at quarterback Sunday against the Browns.

Analysis: Keenum will get another start this week with Sam Bradford (knee) out for the third straight contest. Keenum dealt with a chest injury that slowed him at Wednesday's practice, but he was able to practice fully the last two days and is not listed on the Vikings' final injury report, so he shouldn't be limited Sunday. He's held his own as the starting quarterback, but it remains to be seen if he will hold onto the job after this week, as both Bradford and Teddy Bridgewater (knee) could return to…read more

Keenum (chest) logged a full practice Thursday, Ben Goessling of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Analysis: Keenum's health was never considered a serious concern for the Vikings, though it was surprising when he popped up on the injury report Wednesday with the chest injury. However, after advancing from a limited to full practice participant, Keenum should be on tap to make his third consecutive start in Week 8 against the Browns with Sam Bradford (knee) all but ruled out for the contest.

Keenum was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to a chest injury.

Analysis: Keenum likely picked up the injury in Sunday's 24-16 win over the Ravens. It doesn't seem like a major concern for his availability for Sunday's game against the Browns in London. Keenum should get at least one more game in as the starting quarterback before he faces pressure from Teddy Bridgewater (knee) and/or Sam Bradford (knee) when the Vikings come out of a Week 9 bye.

Keenum completed 20 of 31 passes for 188 yards and an interception in Sunday's 24-16 win over Baltimore. He added a nine-yard run during the contest.

Analysis: Keenum played second fiddle for much of Sunday's game, as Latavius Murray and Jerick McKinnon ran over Baltimore. That's pretty much been Keenum's MO this season. His monster outing against Tampa Bay in Week 3 aside, Keenum has averaged just 6.07 yards per attempt and has a TD:INT ratio of 2:2. The mystery surrounding Sam Bradford's knee makes it likely that Keenum will get another shot next week against Cleveland, but Teddy Bridgewater's rapid recovery means that Keenum might turn back into a…read more

Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer confirmed that Keenum will start Sunday's game against Baltimore, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Analysis: Sam Bradford (knee) is still hurting and Teddy Bridgewater (knee) hasn't practiced enough to be ready for a game. Keenum's starting role will be tenuous heading forward, but he'll get the nod for at least one more week as the Vikings take aim at a Baltimore defense that's held opponents to a 71.1 passer rating for the season.

Keenum completed 24 of 38 passes for 239 yards with a touchdown and an interception in Sunday's 23-10 win over the Packers. He also rushed twice for 15 yards.

Analysis: Despite not having Stefon Diggs (groin) at his disposal and also losing Michael Floyd to an in-game calf injury, Keenum managed to lead the Vikings to another victory. The 29-year-old was able to connect with six different pass catchers overall, with his most effective target being Adam Thielen (nine receptions, 97 yards). With rumors earlier Sunday that starting quarterback Sam Bradford's bone bruise could be a lot worse than is being reported, Keenum could be in for a long-term stint behind…read more

Keenum will start Sunday's game against the Packers, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: On Friday, the Vikings ruled out Sam Bradford, who aggravated the bone bruise in his left knee Monday at Chicago. In that contest, Keenum replaced Bradford after halftime and proceeded to rack up 140 yards and one touchdown through the air en route to a 20-17 win. While he won't have Stefon Diggs (groin) at his disposal against the Packers' sixth-ranked pass defense, Keenum has nonetheless cobbled together the ninth-best quarterback rating (97.6) on the season.

Keenum replaced an injured Sam Bradford in the second quarter of Monday's win at Chicago and was 17 of 21 passing for 140 yards and a touchdown.

Analysis: Bradford aggravated a knee injury and his status for next week is in doubt, making it look likely Keenum will start against Green Bay. However, a decision on Minnesota's starting quarterback may not come until later in the week. Keenum bounced back from a disappointing performance last week against Detroit as he made several big plays in the second half to lead the team to a win.

With Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer indicating that he "anticipates" Sam Bradford (knee) to play Monday against the Bears, Keenum will likely settle back into his normal backup role, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Keenum has had the keys to the Vikings' offense the last three weeks after Bradford came out of the team's season-opening win over the Saints with a bone bruise in his surgically repaired left knee. Though the Vikings have won just one of the three games Keenum has started, the 29-year-old has proven capable under center, completing 61 percent of his passes for 755 yards, three touchdowns and no turnovers. Despite his solid performance, Keenum won't present a serious threat to Bradford if the…read more

Keenum completed 16 of 30 passes for 219 yards without a touchdown or turnover in Sunday's 14-7 loss to the Lions.

Analysis: Keenum turned back into a pumpkin after throwing for 369 yards and three touchdowns in last week's win over Tampa Bay. He started the first nine games of the season for the Rams last year and is among the NFL's most capable backup quarterbacks. Picking up Keenum as insurance for the injury-prone Sam Bradford (knee) has proven to be a wise move for Minnesota, especially since Bradford doesn't seem likely to return in Week 5 considering he still isn't practicing. With zero turnovers through three…read more

Keenum will start Sunday's game versus the Lions, Chris Tomasson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Analysis: Head coach Mike Zimmer relayed Thursday that Sam Bradford won't play in Week 4 as a result of a bone bruise in his left knee, handing the keys to the offense to Keenum for a third straight game. Keenum has been hit or miss in two starts to date, posting a putrid 167 yards at Pittsburgh in Week 2 before exploding for a career-best 369 yards this past Sunday against the Buccaneers. He'll more than likely settle somewhere in the middle this weekend against Detroit's 22nd-ranked pass defense.

Puts up career-high yardage total in win

Keenum completed 25 of 33 passes for 369 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions in Sunday's 34-17 win over the Buccaneers. He also gained 18 yards on six rushes.

Analysis: To say that Keenum's effort came out of nowhere would likely be an understatement, as he looked like a completely different quarterback than the one who struggled to a pedestrian 167-yard passing day against the Steelers in Week 2. The 29-year-old extended his winning streak against the Bucs to three games with the victory and led the Vikings on scoring drives of seven, 13 and six plays in the first half. He spread the ball around effectively as well, hitting eight different pass catchers and…read more

With Sam Bradford (knee) ruled out, Keenum will start Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Bradford was held out of Friday's practice and is now getting a second opinion on his surgically-repaired left knee. Keenum was totally ineffective in his last start, completing 20 of 37 passes for 167 yards, despite playing with a solid receiving corps and the benefit of an efficient running game. Facing a Tampa Bay defense that shut down the Bears last week, Keenum is a bottom-five option among Week 3 starting quarterbacks. His presence under center necessitates major downgrades for the rest…read more

Keenum completed 20 of 37 pass attempts for 167 yards during Sunday's 26-9 loss to the Steelers.

Analysis: Pressed into action because of an injury to Sam Bradford (knee), Keenum struggled to make plays downfield and wound up averaging a measly 4.4 yards per attempt. The length of a potential absence for Bradford has been surrounded by murky details, but Keenum's performance Sunday indicates that he shouldn't be relied upon as a fantasy starter. If he remains the top option for Week 3, a home matchup against the Buccaneers is on tap.

Starting in Week 2

Keenum will start in place of Sam Bradford (knee) on Sunday at Pittsburgh, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: The "will he or won't he play" has been answered for Bradford, who will yield the offense to the direction of Keenum. In five campaigns between the Texans and Rams, Keenum started 24 of his 26 appearances, averaging 216 yards per start and posting a 24:20 TD:INT ratio overall.

Keenum is now expected to start against the Steelers, Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports.

Analysis: Sam Bradford tested out his sore knee in pregame warmups, but was only out there briefly before limping off.

Keenum was 10-of-14 for 139 yards passing and two touchdowns in Sunday's preseason win over San Francisco.

Analysis: Keenum looks to begin the season as Sam Bradford's backup. He was said to be in a close race with Taylor Heinicke for the backup quarterback role, but has outplayed him in the preseason.

Keenum was 11-for-16 passing for 121 yards in Thursday's preseason win over Buffalo.

Analysis: Keenum led the Vikings on a touchdown drive and didn't make any glaring mistakes. He was seen in a close race with Taylor Heinicke for the backup quarterback role, but Heinicke struggled at times Thursday.

Keenum (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 17 tilt versus the Cardinals, Myles A. Simmons of the team's official site reports.

Analysis: The second-year signal-caller will once again take a seat and leave the quarterbacking duties to Jared Goff and Sean Mannion.

Keenum is inactive for Saturday's contest versus the 49ers, Myles Simmons of the Rams' official site reports.

Analysis: With a losing record assured and former head honcho Jeff Fisher out of the picture, there are no illusions remaining for the Rams in their debut season in Los Angeles. Keenum is this expendable on game day with the future in mind, allowing the QB depth chart to be headed be a rookie (Jared Goff) and second-year pro (Sean Mannion).

Keenum completed 5 of 9 passes for 32 yards in Thursday's 24-3 loss to the Seahawks.

Analysis: Keenum made his first appearance since Week 10 in relief of Jared Goff, who exited the game late in the fourth quarter to be evaluated for a concussion. The 28-year-old, who started the first nine games of the season, would presumably suit up against the Rams in Week 16 if Goff was unable to return in time.

Keenum will serve as the Rams' backup quarterback Sunday against the Dolphins, the Los Angeles Times reports.

Analysis: After the Rams moved up to the No. 1 spot in the 2016 NFL Draft and selected Jared Goff, it was only a matter of time before head coach Jeff Fisher put his trust in the rookie quarterback. With a 4-5 record, the team isn't out of the playoff hunt by any means, but clearly Fisher felt that Goff was ready to helm the 31st-ranked offense. The move will thus push Keenum to a backup role following a nine-game stretch in which he posted the fourth-worst QB rating (76.8) among qualified signal-callers.

Keenum completed 17 of 30 passes for 165 yards during Sunday's 9-6 win over the Jets. He also rushed five times for 11 yards.

Analysis: There were reports early Sunday that head coach Jeff Fisher was considering making a quarterback switch, possibly as early as Week 11 against the Dolphins, but Keenum played well enough Sunday to possibly get one more game ahead of rookie Jared Goff. The Rams' offense did little Sunday, as they had three drives make it within 10 yards of the end zone, only to settle for field goals each time. Even if Keenum keeps his starting job, he's a very unreliable option with fairly limited upside.

Head coach Jeff Fisher said Monday that Keenum will start in Week 10 against the Jets, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.

Analysis: The Rams have made it clear they don't believe Jared Goff is ready to start, but that may not ultimately matter if the team can't hang around on the outskirts of the playoff hunt. In any case, it's not clear that Keenum will ever truly be ready to start in the NFL, as he's only shown occasional glimpses of competence this season. There's still a good chance Goff makes at least a start or two by the end of the year.

Keenum completed 27 of 46 pass attempts for 296 yards, with one touchdown and an interception in Sunday's 13-10 loss to the Panthers.

Analysis: Keenum struggled for the second straight game, posting just a 6.4 YPA, while leading the Rams to their only touchdown in the final minute of the fourth quarter. He should have had a touchdown pass in earlier the final period, but TE Lance Kendricks dropped a wide-open touchdown in the end zone. The Rams have been fairly competitive with a 3-5 record, so Keenum will probably get a little more time to right the ship. If he continues to be unproductive, however, chances are the team will turn to…read more

Keenum has the support of head coach Jeff Fisher to remain the Rams' starting quarterback, ESPN's Alden Gonzalez reports.

Analysis: Keenum threw four interceptions in Los Angeles' third straight loss Sunday, entering the Rams' bye week on a sour note. Although that performance has sparked more noise for rookie No. 1 pick Jared Goff to be promoted to the team's starting quarterback, coach Fisher says he's sticking with Keenum, and Goff isn't ready for the job yet. As a result, it appears the veteran Keenum will keep his spot when the Rams take the field in Week 9 against the Panthers.

Keenum completed 32 of 53 passes for 291 yards, one touchdown and four interceptions during Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Giants.

Analysis: Keenum recorded his second-highest yardage output of the season, but his inability to take care of the ball cost his team the game. He threw a pick-six to Landon Collins in the second quarter and threw interceptions on each of his last three drives as his team tried to move the ball in a one-score game. Keenum now has an 8:10 TD:INT ratio, and with the team on a three-game losing streak, there could be some questions to answer during the upcoming bye week.

Keenum completed 27 of 32 passes for 321 yards, three touchdowns and one interceptions in Sunday's game against the Lions. He added seven yards and a touchdown on three carries in the 31-28 loss.

Analysis: In a competitive game that was close throughout, Keenum came through with his finest performance of the season. He spread the ball around to seven different receivers, although nearly half of his yardage and two scores came from Kenny Britt. Keenum tossed multiple touchdowns for the third time this season, but he has not reached the end zone in the other three, illustrating inconsistent usage and performance to this point. However, he has had his three most prolific yardage in his last three…read more

Keenum completed 21 of 31 passes for 271 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 30-19 loss to the Bills.

Analysis: One of Keenum's interceptions was returned for a touchdown, breaking a 16-16 tie in the third quarter. Before Keenum's clunker Sunday, he had played reasonably well in the previous three games, leading the Rams to three straight wins. If the former University of Houston product has a couple of more games like this, there's a good chance we'll see rookie Jared Goff. Keenum does have a very favorable matchup next week at Detroit, which hasn't stopped opposing passing games this year.

Keenum threw for 266 yards and two touchdowns on 18 for 30 passing in the Rams' 17-13 win at Arizona.

Analysis: Coming off his first game with a touchdown pass this season, Keenum continued that momentum in Week 4. His turnover-free play helped lead the Rams to a win in what was a defensive battle from start to finish. He's improved each week despite the running game's continued struggles. Keenum will likely need to maintain his run of quality performances to avoid the team benching him in favor of No. 1 pick Jared Goff. Things should get easier next week, returning home to face the Bills in Week 5.

Keenum completed 14-of-26 passes for 190 yards in Sunday's 37-32 win at Tampa Bay.

Analysis: After struggling to produce in each of the Rams' first two games of the season, Keenum finally threw a touchdown pass, including a back-breaking score to Tavon Austin late in the fourth quarter. While it was far from a perfect outing, Keenum also threw a pretty 44-yard touchdown to Brian Quick early in the first quarter, and had to deal with some drops throughout the game. With the No.1 overall pick Jared Goff waiting in the wings, Keenum must continue to make plays, or his time as the team's…read more

Keenum is expected to start Sunday's game at Tampa Bay, the Los Angeles Times reports. "We need more production out of our offense, and all things point to the quarterback position," coach Jeff Fisher said Monday. "But I'm expecting Case to continue to get better in this offense and we're going to win games and score points."

Analysis: No. 1 overall draft pick Jared Goff may be waiting in the wings, yet Keenum seems to have a longer leash than expected, in part due to Goff's hideous preseason performance. It will still be tough for the Rams to justify starting Keenum -- unless he turns things around in the next week or two -- after the offense produced just nine points in two games.

Keenum completed 18-of-30 passes for 239 yards and added three rushes for five yards in Sunday's win over Seattle.

Analysis: Keenum did what he needed to do Sunday, managing the game and not messing up what was an extraordinary performance by the Rams' defense. However, managing a game doesn't necessarily equate well with fantasy production, and with Jared Goff questions looming around every corner, Keenum's time as a starter seems to be numbered. It would be wise to avoid him in standard fantasy formats.

Keenum will remain the Rams' starting quarterback, Conor Orr of NFL.com reports. "That is correct," head coach Jeff Fisher said about the QB situation Monday. "I'll adjust, but I expect it to continue."

Analysis: After a dreadful performance in Monday's season-opening loss at San Francisco, Keenum has seemingly been given a vote of confidence from Fisher. Keenum will have to find a modicum of consistency in order to give opposing defenses the threat of a passing attack, which would open lanes for standout running back Todd Gurley. At the moment, Fisher doesn't seem inclined to hand the reins of the offense to 2016 No. 1 pick Jared Goff, but if Keenum were to continue to falter under center, Sean Mannion…read more

Keenum completed 17 of 35 passes for 130 yards, zero touchdowns and two interceptions in Monday night's season-opening loss to the 49ers.

Analysis: Keenum's performance was hard to watch Monday, as he controlled a Rams offense that failed to score and was forced to punt 10 times. Los Angeles' de facto starting quarterback, Keenum averaged a dreadful 3.7 yards per attempt and turned the ball over on both sides of halftime. Although the sledding doesn't get any easier next weekend, when the Rams host the Seahawks, Keenum's showing Monday only figures to increase calls for top pick Jared Goff's standing to be expedited, whether he's ready or…read more

Keenum has been named the Rams' starter for the beginning of the regular season, Lindsey Thiry of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Analysis: Keenum had been competing with Sean Mannion and No.1 overall pick Jared Goff for the starting role. By far the most experienced of the group, Keenum projects to be the starter for the forseeable future, with the team only looking to make a change if poor play forces them to do so. He's started 15 games in his career, but never in an opener. Look for him to easily outperform his season long projections if he holds on to the starting gig for a majority of 2016.

Keenum started for the Rams in Saturday's preseason loss to the Broncos, completing eight of 12 passes for 77 yards in the process.

Analysis: Keenum, who also carried once for four yards Saturday, is expected to remain the starter for the Rams' regular-season opener against the 49ers on Sept. 12, with top overall pick Jared Goff having been unable to supplant Keenum atop the team's QB depth chart this preseason. With that in mind, the L.A. Times suggests that Keenum is expected to remain on the bench with team's other starters in Thursday's preseason finale against the Vikings. In three exhibition game appearances thus far, Keenum…read more

Keenum completed six of seven passes for 58 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in Saturday's 28-24 preseason victory over the Cowboys. He gained three yards on his sole rush.

Analysis: The Rams' likely Week 1 starter played the first three possessions and garnered most of his numbers on the second one, which culminated in a 14-yard rushing touchdown by tailback Benny Cunningham. Keenum was sharp on that drive in particular, connecting with Lance Kendricks, Brian Quick, Cunningham and Kenny Britt on the way down the field. It was a solid start for Keenum, who is expected to take the reins of the offense to start the season while No. 1 overall pick Jared Goff waits his turn on…read more

Keenum appears to be the leading candidate to start in Week 1, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: The Rams made quite the commitment to their quarterback of the future in order to select Jared Goff first overall in the 2016 NFL Draft. Despite the assets required to obtain him, the Rams have handed the bulk of first-team snaps to Keenum, the incumbent, and even listed him at the top of the depth chart in the early stages of training camp. All signs point to Keenum serving under center for the Rams' first series of the season on Sept. 12 at San Francisco, but Goff could surprise the football…read more

Currently Rams No. 1 QB

Keenum resides at the top of the depth chart at quarterback in the early days of training camp, the Los Angeles Times reports.

Analysis: The notion of allowing 2016 No. 1 overall pick Jared Goff to earn the top quarterback job in Los Angeles isn't ill-advised, but it's likely only a matter of time, whether during the preseason or regular season, before Keenum is supplanted from his current perch. For the time being, though, Keenum will serve as the top signal-caller in advance of the Rams' first season in southern California since 1994.

Keenum will likely serve as Jared Goff's safety net, the Orange County Register reports.

Analysis: Los Angeles has a glut at quarterback, with the No. 1 overall draft pick joined by Keenum, Nick Foles and 2015 third-rounder Sean Mannion. It appears the team will trade or release Foles, and there don't seem to be any real plans for Mannion. After signing a first-round RFA tender (worth about $3.6 million), Keenum figures to compete with Goff for the starting job, though it may be a competition in name only. A three-year starter in college, the 21-year-old Goff figures to take the reins sooner…read more

Case Keenum: Signs tender with Rams

Keenum signed his first-round tender with the Rams on Monday, NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reports.

Analysis: Keenum's deal will equate to about $3.6 million for this season, but with the Rams potentially drafting a quarterback with the No. 1 overall pick, it's unclear if Keenum's future remains in Los Angeles. With Nick Foles also on the Rams' roster after signing a two-year, $24.5 million deal last offseason, Keenum is a far more affordable trade option for potential suitors, though Los Angeles would probably rather get rid of Foles. Either way, it wouldn't surprise if one of the team's veteran…read more

Keenum will be the Rams' starting quarterback at the beginning of this season, according to general manager Les Snead, Conor Orr of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Keenum's vote of confidence from Snead comes after the Rams tendered him a first-round qualifying offer earlier this month, virtually ensuring he'll remain with the team this season. While Los Angeles will almost certainly add a quarterback through the draft, Keenum has now been tabbed by both Snead and head coach Jeff Fisher as the starter heading into the upcoming campaign, when the job will be his to lose.

Keenum was extended a first-round qualifying offer from the Rams, the Orange County Register reports.

Analysis: Keenum was designated by coach Jeff Fisher as the Rams' starting quarterback heading into training camp, and by being extended a qualifying offer, Los Angeles can now match any offer Keenum receives from another team this offseason. Furthermore, even if Keenum signs elsewhere, the Rams would be granted that team's first-round pick in return. That makes Keenum a near certainty to be with the Rams this season, and although the team is widely expected to draft a quarterback as well, Los Angeles'…read more

Head coach Jeff Fisher confirmed Monday that Keenum enters the offseason as the Rams' starting quarterback, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: As a restricted free agent, Keenum is the only quarterback on the roster that will be subject to free agency in the coming months, with both Nick Foles and Sean Mannion signed through the end of the 2016 season, at the very least. Considering the preceding, Keenum will almost certainly return to the Rams, though a veteran addition or player selected in the NFL Draft could place his current status in question. In six outings in the recently-completed campaign, he was risk averse but far from…read more

Keenum completed 22 of 37 passes for 231 yards with no touchdowns in Sunday's 19-16 overtime loss at San Francisco.

Analysis: Keenum was serviceable in the five starts he made during the second half of the season, although he wasn't really asked to do much, completing more than 14 passes just once. Nick Foles is clearly not the answer at QB for the Rams, but that doesn't necessarily mean that Keenum is the solution either. Thus, it will be interesting to see what the team does in the offseason, but in all likelihood, they'll either acquire or draft another QB.

Keenum completed 14 of 23 passes for 103 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-17 upset win against the Seahawks.

Analysis: A week after a near flawless performance against Tampa Bay, Keenum wasn't asked to do much, as the Rams defense controlled things. He did manage to toss a pretty 28-yard touchdown pass to Kenny Britt in the second quarter, helping St. Louis win at Seattle for the first time in 10 years. If you need Keenum next week, take note that he'll play at San Francisco, which has been much better defensively at home this season.

Keenum completed 14 of 17 passes for 234 yards and two touchdowns in Thursday's 31-23 win over the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Both touchdowns came in the opening quarter, with Keenum first hitting Tavon Austin on a 17-yard screen pass, and then connecting with a wide-open Kenny Britt for a 60-yard score. Keenum also engineered touchdown drives in the second and third quarters, but he didn't have a single pass attempt in the final 18 minutes of the game. Although he'll likely have to throw far more often next week in Seattle, the inevitable nosedive in inefficiency will make it tough for Keenum to produce similar…read more

Keenum connected on 14-of-22 passes for 124 yards and an interception in Sunday's win over the Lions. He added two rushes for two yards.

Analysis: Sunday featured some uninspired play from Keenum, who was tasked to manage the game, limit turnovers and hand the ball off to St. Louis' lone star - Todd Gurley. Keenum, or whoever the Rams trot out under center, is one of the few NFL quarterbacks deserving of zero fantasy interest. All you need to know about the fourth-year signal caller is that Todd Gurley's 140 yards on Sunday were more than Keenum has thrown for in either of his starts this season.

Keenum (concussion) is active for Sunday's game versus the Lions, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Three weeks removed from sustaining an evident concussion, Keenum will take the reins of an offense under newly-anointed play caller Rob Boras. All things considered, Boras' lack of a track record, the dearth of receiving talent in St. Louis, and Keenum's career completion percentage of 54.5 don't paint an appealing picture.

Keenum (concussion) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Lions, Nick Wagoner of ESPN reports.

Analysis: In the wake of another disastrous Nick Foles performance, Keenum was named the starting quarterback for Sunday's game. He was no better than Foles in his only outing this season, throwing for just 136 yards against a sub-par Baltimore defense in Week 11. Though his concussion is no longer a concern, Keenum could be in for another long afternoon, as the Detroit defense has been vastly improved in the second half of the season.

Keenum (concussion) practiced fully Wednesday, Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Analysis: The uninhibited showing marks Keenum's first since suffering a concussion in Week 11, which allowed Nick Foles to toss a combined 71 passes over the last two games. The Rams fired their offensive coordinator in the aftermath of Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, so it remains to be seen if the offense will exhibit some balance moving forward. No matter what occurs Sunday against the Lions, Keenum will likely be more of a game manager than anything, with Todd Gurley toting the rock with regularity.

Keenum (concussion) has been named the starting quarterback for next Sunday's game against the Lions.

Analysis: Earning active status this Sunday indicated that Keenum finally emerged from the concussion protocol, but head coach Jeff Fisher stuck with his decision from earlier in the week, entrusting the offense on Nick Foles' shoulders. Foles was a veritable disaster, completing 15 of 35 passes for 146 yards and one interception, and his failure to record a touchdown pass for a fourth consecutive appearance likely spurred the decision to return to Keenum. In his second start of the season, Keenum will…read more

Keenum (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Analysis: Keenum has managed to achieve passage through the concussion protocol, but his inability to practice beyond a limited capacity this week spurred head coach Jeff Fisher to name Nick Foles the Rams' starting quarterback for the second consecutive contest. However, Keenum will serve as the No. 2 signal caller Sunday in anticipation of a return to the starting role next Sunday versus the Lions.

Keenum (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Head coach Jeff Fisher named Nick Foles the starting quarterback, so the only real question remaining is whether Keenum or Sean Mannion will serve as the backup. Either way, Keenum can be ignored this week, though it won't be surprising if he makes another start before the end of the season.

Head coach Jeff Fisher named Nick Foles the Rams' starting quarterback for Sunday's game versus the Cardinals, meaning Keenum (concussion) will be the No. 2 QB, at best, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Because Keenum logged limited practices Wednesday or Thursday, Fisher made the decision with plenty of time to spare for the showdown with the NFC West leaders. If Keenum receives clearance from the concussion protocol, he may serve as Foles' primary backup, but the inactive list is a distinct landing spot for Keenum for a second consecutive game. Another absence would place Sean Mannion in the No. 2 role.

Case Keenum: Limited Wednesday

Keenum (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: The fact that Keenum was contained to some individual drills indicates that he remains in the concussion protocol. Whenever he's cleared, he'll serve as the Rams' starting quarterback, but Nick Foles is around to direct the offense in the meantime.

Head coach Jeff Fisher reiterated Sunday that Keenum will start when he receives clearance from the concussion protocol, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Keenum fulfilled expectations with inactive status Sunday at Cincinnati, forcing the inimitable Nick Foles to carry the offense to the tune of 30-for-46 passing, 228 yards, and no touchdowns versus three interceptions. Still in the midst of the protocol for head injuries, Keenum's activity level in practice this week will forecast whether he's nearing a return.

Case Keenum: Inactive Sunday

Keenum (concussion) is inactive Sunday against the Bengals, ESPN's Nick Wagoner reports.

Analysis: Keenum was limited in practice all week while going through concussion protocol, and all indications leading up to the Sunday matchup had suggested Nick Foles would re-take the reins at quarterback. Keenum didn't necessarily "wow" anyone last week after completing 46 percent of his passes for 136 yards and a score, but had been expected to be the starting quarterback if healthy. Foles will now get another chance after nine underwhelming performances, but whoever claims the full-time job moving…read more

Keenum (concussion) is not in line to start Sunday's game against the Bengals, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reports.

Analysis: With Keenum recovering from a concussion, he's not in line to start Sunday after taking a hit to the head late in last week's loss to Baltimore. The Rams had initially hoped that Keenum would be cleared in time to play Sunday, but it looks like they'll hand the reins of the offense back over to Nick Foles, who was benched after nine uninspiring games as the starter.

Keenum (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Cincinnati, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: According to Wagoner, the Rams are preparing for Nick Foles to start, as Keenum still hasn't cleared the NFL's concussion protocol. However, there is some chance Keenum will be cleared by Sunday, in which case he'd likely have the opportunity to redeem himself from a disastrous Week 11 showing. The team could make a final decision Saturday.

Keenum (concussion) was listed as limited on the Rams' injury report Thursday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Keenum's activity level was an estimate, as the Rams' regular day off occurs each Thursday, but it matched his limited showing in Wednesday's practice. After that session, head coach Jeff Fisher told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that Keenum is still in the concussion protocol, though he "got under center, he split the reps with Nick [Foles], and he felt pretty good." Keenum seems to be trending in the right direction, with one more chance to show that the concussion is behind him Friday.

Keenum (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Keenum's ability to take part in some individual drills indicates that he's progressing through the concussion protocol. An independent neurologist will ultimately be called upon to clear the quarterback for a return to the field, but the uncertain nature of concussions clouds whether he'll be able to do so this Sunday at Cincinnati. If he's deemed unready to suit up, Nick Foles will serve as the Rams' starting quarterback.

Keenum (concussion) didn't take part in the Rams' light practice session Tuesday, Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Analysis: This comes as no surprise, as Keenum is in the early stages of his recovery from a concussion sustained during Sunday's loss at Baltimore. While head coach Jeff Fisher relayed that Keenum is "doing better" and is hopeful that he'll return to the practice field Wednesday, the quarterback's progress through the protocol for head injuries will ultimately determine when/if that comes to pass this week. Fisher has already said that Keenum will start once he's healthy enough to play, but Nick Foles…read more

Keenum is in the concussion protocol, Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Analysis: Keenum's head was slammed to the turf on a late takedown Sunday at Baltimore, but no evaluation was undertaken, and his fumble two plays later led to the Ravens' game-winning field goal. In the aftermath of the game, he was examined for a head injury, which was confirmed as a concussion Monday. If he emerges from the protocol unscathed, head coach Jeff Fisher said that Keenum will be under center this Sunday at Cincinnati. However, the murky nature of such ailments could thrust Nick Foles into…read more

Keenum completed just 12-of-26 passes for 136 yards and a touchdown in his first start of the season Sunday in Baltimore. He also lost two fumbles and possibly suffered a concussion.

Analysis: Keenum failed to spark the struggling Rams passing game, proving that he isn't much of an upgrade over the recently-benched Nick Foles. While Foles was averaging only 186.4 passing yards per game on a 56.6 percent completion percentage, Keenum actually failed to reach either of those bench marks. Keenum's availability for next week's tilt against the Bengals is in question, as the quarterback was being evaluated for a concussion after the game. Expect much to be made of the situation, as both…read more