- Tutu Atwell
- #5
- Team LA
- Pos WR
- Status AActive
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Falls out of starting role
Atwell finished the 2023 regular season with 39 receptions for 483 yards and three touchdowns and five rushes for 31 yards.
Analysis: This season was supposed to be the next step up for the big-play threat, and in his first four games he looked like he was on that path as he put up an impressive 22-270-1 receiving line. Things went downhill from there, however, as Atwell put together just 11 catches for 197 yards and two touchdowns over his next seven games before losing his starting role to Demarcus Robinson. In the Rams' playoff loss to the Lions, Atwell burned past Kindle Vildor for a 38-yard touchdown but didn't get…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 15 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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Miserable day as starter
Atwell caught two of four targets for seven yards and rushed once for minus-4 yards during Sunday's 21-20 victory against San Francisco. He also recorded a two-point conversion.
Analysis: With Cooper Kupp (coach's decision) out and Puka Nacua and Demarcus Robinson's time on the field capped to keep them healthy for the playoffs, Atwell took the field for 64 of the Rams' 67 snaps on offense, his highest snap share since Week 8 against the Cowboys. Despite the increased role, Atwell managed only a pair of short gains on his two catches, and another pass attempt from quarterback Carson Wentz went straight through Atwell's hands and was intercepted by 49ers safety Tayler Hawkins.…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for Thursday
Atwell (concussion) doesn't have a designation for Thursday's game against the Saints.
Analysis: After Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Monday that Atwell cleared concussion protocol, the wide receiver then was listed as a full participant on all three of the Rams' Week 16 injury reports. Atwell thus will work behind starting wide receivers Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua on Thursday, an arrangement that hasn't afforded the third-year pro many looks in the passing game when the latter two players are available. Kupp and Nacua have played in every game since Week 5, resulting in Atwell settling…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as full on practice estimate
Atwell (concussion) was a full participant at Tuesday's walkthrough, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Atwell was listed the same way on Monday's practice estimate, but the Rams actually logged some on-field work one day later. There's an expectation from Sean McVay that Atwell will return from a one-game absence Thursday at New Orleans after making his way through the concussion protocol as of Monday, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. Nevertheless, Atwell has surpassed 30 receiving yards just twice over his last 10 appearances en route to a cumulative 20-230-2 line on 37 targets and two carries for…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 19 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Thursday
Coach Sean McVay said Monday that Atwell (concussion) is expected to play Thursday versus the Saints, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports. Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, Atwell has cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol.
Analysis: Atwell wasn't able to suit up for Sunday's win over the Commanders while working his way through the protocol for head injuries, but he's been cleared for Week 16. In his last four appearances, Atwell has failed to surpass three targets, so he'll likely work in a depth role behind Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua on Thursday.
Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 9:47am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive as expected Sunday
Atwell (concussion) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis: Early Sunday reports indicated Atwell was trending toward not playing versus Washington, and his absence is now official. With the third-year pro apparently not having gained clearance from an independent neurologist, veteran Demarcus Robinson, who produced a 3-46-1 line on 10 targets in the Week 14 overtime loss to the Ravens, is slated to work as the No. 3 receiver for the Rams behind the starting duo of Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua.
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to play
Atwell (concussion), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Commanders, is considered unlikely to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Atwell never upgraded to full practice participation this week and doesn't appear to have passed the final phase of the five-step concussion protocol -- gaining clearance from an independent neurologist -- so he looks on track to miss his first game of the season. Official word on Atwell's status will arrive when the Rams release their inactive list approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. Assuming Atwell isn't available, Demarcus Robinson would likely serve as the Rams'…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 16 at 11:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable for Week 15
Atwell (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Greg Beacham of the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: As of Thursday, Atwell had managed just one limited practice this week due to the concussion that he suffered this past Sunday at Baltimore. Coach Sean McVay told Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic on Friday that Atwell is progressing through the protocol for head injuries, but his listing ahead of Week 15 action implies the wide receiver still requires clearance from an independent neurologist.
Published: Fri, Dec 15 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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Gets back to limited Thursday
Atwell (concussion) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: After entering the protocol for head injuries earlier this week, Atwell followed up an absence from Wednesday's jog-through with some activity one day later, indicating that he's making progress with his concussion. Still, he may have too many phases to pass through in order to make himself available Sunday against the Commanders. The Rams' final Week 15 practice report Friday could include a ruling on Atwell's upcoming availability.
Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing to begin week
Atwell (concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report.
Analysis: Atwell entered the concussion protocol in the wake of this past Sunday's loss at Baltimore, and his inability to take part in Wednesday's jog-through session may put him on the outside looking in to passing all five phases of the protocol in order to play Sunday against the Commanders. Nonetheless, he'll have two more chances this week to put himself on a potential path to active status for Week 15.
Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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In concussion protocol
Coach Sean McVay confirmed Monday that Atwell is in the NFL's concussion protocol, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: Atwell was limited to just nine snaps before his departure from Sunday's 37-31 overtime loss to the Ravens. If the wideout is unable to gain clearance to play this weekend against the Commanders, Demarcus Robinson would be in line to see added snaps behind the team's top two pass catchers Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp.
Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Exits Sunday's game
Atwell is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Ravens.
Analysis: Prior to his departure from the contest in the second quarter, Atwell drew one target and didn't record a catch. If Atwell is shut down for the day, Demarcus Robinson will be the next man up to play alongside Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua in three-receiver sets.
Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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Manages just one catch
Atwell secured one of two targets for nine yards during Sunday's 36-19 victory against the Browns.
Analysis: For the second straight week, Atwell took the field for just over a third of the Rams' snaps on offense, the fourth most among the Rams' wideouts behind Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua and Demarcus Robinson. Atwell's nine receiving yards ties his lowest output of the season, and notably, Robinson had a big day with four catches for 55 yards and a touchdown, which may be more evidence that Atwell's role on offense truly is shrinking to more of a backup role alongside Ben Skowronek and Austin Trammell. A…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 6:49am by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in receiving yards
Atwell secured all three targets for 76 yards during Sunday's 37-14 victory against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Atwell's role actually shrunk considerably compared to his typical usage, as he took the field for only around a third of the contest, which was less than starters Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua and notably Demarcus Robinson as well. Despite the stark drop in playing time, Atwell was actually the most productive of the Rams' wideouts, with a game-long 42-yard catch on the team's first drive, and his 76 receiving yards were more than Kupp (3-18-0), Nacua (4-27-0) and Robinson (2-13-0) combined, The…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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Down game in team victory
Atwell caught just one of his three targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 17-16 win over Seattle.
Analysis: Cooper Kupp (ankle) went down to injury in the first half and did not return to Sunday's contest. Puka Nacua dusted off his Kupp mask from earlier this year and went to work in the star's absence with a 5-70-1 line, but Atwell actually saw his targets decrease from the seven he received last week while Kupp was playing. The Rams will likely provide an update on the latter's status early in Week 12 after the medical staff examines his ankle. If Kupp is sidelined for next Sunday's matchup against…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 8:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Ties for team lead in targets
Atwell secured four of seven targets for 13 yards during Sunday's 20-3 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: The speedster saw as many targets in this contest as he had in his last three games combined, but with Brett Rypien under center instead of Matthew Stafford (thumb), Atwell posted his lowest yardage total since Week 5. The Rams have a bye week next on the docket in Week 10, which will give Stafford time to heal his sprained thumb. If Rypien is still starting for the Rams in Week 11 against the Seahawks, it'll be hard for fantasy managers to trust any Rams pass catcher, let alone Atwell, who…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 6 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts 29 total yards in defeat
Atwell secured two of four targets for 21 yards and rushed twice for eight yards during Sunday's 43-20 loss to the Cowboys. He also threw a two-point conversion.
Analysis: Atwell's biggest contribution in the passing game was a leaping 20-yard catch on third down late in the second quarter, which extended a drive that led to a Royce Freeman touchdown. The wideout later threw a pass to Matthew Stafford on a successful two-point conversion attempt early in the third quarter, which would prove to be Stafford's last action of the game. Backup Brett Rypien would target Atwell only once the rest of the contest, and the biggest contribution for the speedster from that…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Records TD on only catch
Atwell caught one of two targets for 31 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Steelers.
Analysis: The big touchdown catch by Atwell may or may not have been an errant pass directed to Cooper Kupp late in the first half, but the speedster happened to be in the right place at the right time and was able to walk into the end zone untouched after snagging the pass at the 1-yard line in front of a double-covered Kupp. For the third straight game, Puka Nacua and Kupp dominated Matthew Stafford's attention with a total of 19 targets to the rest of the team's 10, and perhaps more tellingly,…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes only catch count
Atwell secured his only target for 30 yards during Sunday's 26-9 victory against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Atwell's only target of the contest came on a third-quarter pass from Matthew Stafford, and the speedy wideout managed to escape a tackle after the catch and extended the play for an additional 10-yard gain. The third-year receiver has shown a knack for making explosive plays when on the field, but Cooper Kupp's return has put a serious dent in Atwell's opportunities to produce; he's fallen from an average of nearly nine targets per game in Weeks 1-4 to just three in Weeks 5-6. Atwell will try…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 6:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Touchdown salvages rough outing
Atwell secured two of five targets for nine yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 23-14 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Atwell turned out to be the player seemingly most affected by the return of Cooper Kupp, as his number of targets fell substantially from his previous four games. In fact, Atwell's three-yard touchdown grab in the first quarter was his only target of the game until the Rams' first drive of the fourth quarter. Matthew Stafford just missed connecting with the third-year wideout on a deep shot that would've been a 63-yard score, but with Kupp and rookie Puka Nacua commanding the vast majority of…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 5:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Season-low 24 yards in win
Atwell secured five of nine targets for 24 yards during Sunday's 29-23 overtime victory against the Colts.
Analysis: Atwell's yardage totals have dropped every week since his explosive 6-119-0 performance in Week 1, a troubling trend with another target hog in Cooper Kupp (hamstring) likely to return soon. The third-year wideout still enjoyed a healthy target share, third on the team behind rookie breakout Puka Nacua and Tyler Higbee, and through four games, he's already matched his target total from 2022 with 35. The speedster will look to bounce back in Week 5 against an Eagles defense that has shown to be…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores first TD of season
Atwell caught four of nine targets for 50 yards and a touchdown during Monday's 19-16 loss to the Bengals. He also rushed once for 22 yards.
Analysis: A late fourth-quarter drive was capped by a one-yard score by the speedster, which marked the only touchdown of the day for a Rams offense that mustered little traction up until their final possession of the contest. Atwell led the team in targets and tacked on a nifty 22-yard rush on the Rams' first drive that led to a field goal. The third-year wideout has posted a healthy 17-246-1 line through three games and will look to keep his early-season momentum going in a Week 4 contest against the…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 9:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Goes for 82 total yards
Atwell had seven receptions on nine targets for 77 yards while adding five yards on a rushing attempt in Sunday's 30-23 loss to San Francisco.
Analysis: Puka Nacua (15-147-0) stole the show for the Rams in Week 2, but Atwell quietly posted a solid fantasy line following last week's 119-yard performance. He has received 17 targets through two games and appears to have surpassed Van Jefferson on the depth chart to claim the No. 2 role for the Rams. The 23-year-old also logged his first carry of the season, a role he is accustomed to after seeing nine carries as a backup receiver in 2022. For fantasy managers who missed out on Nacua on the waiver…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 7:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Reaches century mark
Atwell had six receptions (on eight targets) for 119 yards in Sunday's 30-13 win over the Seahawks.
Analysis: Atwell was elevated into the starting lineup following Cooper Kupp's (hamstring) placement on injured reserve this week. The 2021 second-round pick took full advantage of the opportunity and teamed up with rookie Puka Nacua to tie for the team lead in receiving yards. Veteran Van Jefferson also started (4-24-0) but failed to impress, dropping a potential long gain that hit him in the hands. It looks like Atwell and Nacua could be quarterback Matthew Stafford's preferred targets heading into a…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 8:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Will serve as No. 2 wideout Sunday
Atwell will act as the Rams' No. 2 wide receiver in Sunday's game against the Seahawks with Cooper Kupp (hamstring) ruled out for the season opener, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Atlantic reports.
Analysis: In Kupp's absence, Van Jefferson will take over as the Rams' No. 1 wideout, and he could hold that role through the first four weeks of the season if Los Angeles chooses to put Kupp on injured reserve. Atwell saw no action during the preseason, a sign that head coach Sean McVay was protecting the speedster for the regular season. Atwell and promising rookie Puka Nacua will serve as the secondary options in the passing game behind Jefferson and tight end Tyler Higbee.
Published: Wed, Sep 6 at 5:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Competing for No. 3 role
Atwell and rookie Puka Nacua are currently in a competition for the No. 3 wide receiver role in the Rams' offense, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Although veteran Demarcus Robinson has played well in training camp and may have an outside shot of earning the tertiary spot in the wideout room, Atwell and Nacua are the most likely players to earn the role, but the Rams "ideally" would like Atwell to be their No. 3. Atwell can stretch the field with 4.35 speed but lacks size, and last year the speedster's appearance on the field generally meant a play-action deep shot towards him was incoming. In training camp, Atwell has been placed in a…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 3 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Making impression this spring
Rams coach Sean McVay said Tuesday that Atwell has been "outstanding" and a "real bright spot" in spring practices, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Atwell is getting first-team looks at multiple receiver spots and apparently has been one of Matthew Stafford's favorite targets this spring with fellow WRs Cooper Kupp (ankle), Van Jefferson (undisclosed) and Ben Skowronek (foot) all limited in practice or absent. The 2021 second-round pick has a real shot at a top-three spot on the depth chart given the lack of talent behind Kupp, but it's still an uphill battle toward fantasy relevance and consistent production for one of the smallest…read more
Published: Thu, Jun 15 at 8:07am by Rotowire.com
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Logs second TD of season
Atwell caught two of three targets for 27 yards and rushed once for 11 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 19-16 overtime loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Atwell's second career touchdown came on a bit of trickery from coach Sean McVay, with Baker Mayfield faking a handoff to Cam Akers before flicking the ball to Atwell, who was able to navigate his way in for the score to give the Rams a 13-7 lead. Atwell was thrust into an expanded role with the Rams' receiver corps decimated by injury, and in the final eight weeks of the season, he put up a 17-244-1 line with a revolving door of mediocre quarterbacks at the helm that were mostly unable to…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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Minimal production in loss
Atwell secured two of five targets for 10 yards in the Rams' 31-10 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.
Analysis: Atwell couldn't parlay his game-breaking speed into any fantasy-relevant numbers on a day when Baker Mayfield netted only 111 passing yards. The second-year wideout does have at least one reception in seven straight games, but he hasn't topped 14 receiving yards since Week 14 going into the regular-season finale against the Seahawks.
Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 8:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Held to two catches Sunday
Atwell caught both of his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 51-14 win over Denver.
Analysis: Atwell failed to gain any traction in Baker Mayfield's second start with the Rams, finishing with a mediocre stat line despite the crooked score. The speedy wideout didn't receive a rushing attempt after losing yardage on the ground in his last two outings. Atwell's recent struggles should keep him off the fantasy radar for Sunday's matchup against the Chargers.
Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 7:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Disappointing two touches Monday
Atwell caught one of four targets for 10 yards and rushed once for minus-four yards during Monday's 24-12 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Despite being on the field for a nearly identical amount of snaps as he was last week, his six total yards of offense had to be a disappointment to fantasy managers after he displayed plenty of chemistry with Baker Mayfield and put up a respectable 5-50-0 line last week against the Raiders. Atwell's attempt at a jet sweep was snuffed out by Adrian Amos, and a 10-yard reception in the second quarter would be all the offense the speedster would muster on the day. The Rams seem intent on using…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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Career-high catch total in win
Atwell brought in five of nine targets for 50 yards and rushed twice for minus-5 yards in the Rams' 17-16 win over the Raiders on Thursday night.
Analysis: Atwell finished second in receptions and receiving yards on the night for the Rams while pacing the team in targets, displaying impressive chemistry in his first game with Baker Mayfield as his quarterback. Atwell's catch total was a career high, and he's clearly carving out a larger role in the offense with a 10-183-1 line over his last four games. Given his rapport with Mayfield, the receiver's game-breaking speed and the team's injury-decimated wideout corps, Atwell's fantasy outlook is on…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading receiver in Sunday's loss
Atwell caught two of five targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: The 48 yards led the Rams on the afternoon, as the team's passing game couldn't get much going with John Wolford under center in place of Matthew Stafford (neck). Atwell has seen his role grow with Cooper Kupp (ankle) and Allen Robinson (foot) also on the shelf, but no Rams receiver will be an appealing fantasy option in Week 14, even against the Raiders.
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 7:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Two catches in expanded role
Atwell caught both of his targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 26-10 loss to the Chiefs.
Analysis: Despite a relatively pedestrian receiving line for the speedy wideout, the two receptions actually doubled Atwell's total on the year. More encouraging for fantasy managers, Atwell was on the field for 28 of the Rams' 54 total snaps on offense, a massive increase over his previous career high of nine snaps Week 5. With Allen Robinson (foot) out for the season and Cooper Kupp (ankle) likely done for the year as well, Atwell should see plenty of time on the field for the remainder of the 2022…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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Logs first career TD
Atwell caught his only target for 62 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Atwell saw the field for the first time since Week 6 and quickly made an impact, burning down the left sideline past Saints safety Chris Harris for an explosive first-quarter touchdown. Atwell's field-stretching ability and game-breaking speed may force the Rams to give the second-year wideout more time on the field, and with the Rams playing the Chiefs in Week 12, Atwell's big-play prowess may be more necessary than ever in hopes of keeping up with one of the most dynamic offenses in the…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch Sunday
Atwell (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Atwell hasn't suited up since Week 6, as last year's second-round selection has yet to find a consistent role with the team. He'll work to earn a chance to suit up again in Week 11 against the Saints.
Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Scant usage Sunday
Atwell rushed once for nine yards in Sunday's 24-10 victory against the Panthers.
Analysis: One game removed from his first career catch, Atwell reverted back to his typical usage, with just two snaps on offense. The speedy second-year wideout made the most of his time on the field, ending the first quarter with a nine-yard rush, but Atwell's limited snap share may be completely erased with the impending return of Van Jefferson (knee) after the Rams return from their bye week.
Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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First career catch Sunday
Atwell caught one of two targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 22-10 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: A week after being a healthy scratch, Atwell made the most of his nine snaps on offense, getting in front of cornerback Trevon Diggs and snagging an over-the-shoulder dime from Matthew Stafford for 54 yards to help set up a Matt Gay field goal. Atwell wouldn't see another target after the big play, but the speedster proved that he has the field-stretching speed that Los Angeles needs with Van Jefferson (knee) on IR. In Week 6, the Rams take on a Carolina squad that just axed head coach Matt…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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First absence of season
Atwell (coach's decision) is inactive for Monday's game at San Francisco, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: Atwell was available for the Rams' first three contests of the season, failing to haul in either of his targets on 12 offensive snaps. Now that he's donning street clothes Week 4, the team will turn to Brandon Powell and Lance McCutcheon as the reserve wide receivers behind the top trio of Cooper Kupp, Allen Robinson and Ben Skowronek.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Targeted once in win
Atwell failed to bring in his only target during Sunday's 20-12 win against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Even with Van Jefferson (knee) out for at least the first two months of the regular season after being put on injured reserve. Atwell has failed to earn much of a role on offense, and he was only on the field for three offensive snaps Sunday. Atwell will look to earn his first catch of the season in Week 4 against San Francisco.
Published: Mon, Sep 26 at 8:57am by Rotowire.com
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Two snaps in Week 2
Atwell logged two snaps on offense in Sunday's 31-27 victory against the Falcons.
Analysis: Atwell has seemingly fallen behind Brandon Powell on the depth chart, and the speedy second-year wideout wasn't targeted on either of his two snaps on offense. With Van Jefferson (knee) likely to return to action soon, Atwell has an uphill battle ahead for playing time, barring injuries in front of him.
Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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One target in defeat
Atwell didn't catch his only target in the Rams' 31-10 loss to the Bills on Thursday night.
Analysis: Atwell and Ben Skowronek were expected to be a committee in replacing the production of injured No. 3 wide receiver Van Jefferson (knee), but Atwell took just seven snaps and dropped his only target from Matthew Stafford. Skowronek worked as the No. 3 receiver, with Atwell and Brandon Powell both receiving minimal playing time, and Skowronek was on the field for nearly the entire game on offense and turned six targets into four catches for 25 yards, seemingly relegating Atwell to a clear tier…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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Could see additional work
Atwell and Ben Skowronek will likely see additional reps during Thursday's game against Buffalo with Van Jefferson (knee) ruled out, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: During the preseason, both Atwell and Skowronek worked in a committee of wideouts while Jefferson sat out, and the duo emerged as the top two options to slot in as the No. 3 wide receiver for the Rams, complete with two different skill sets. Offensive coordinator Liam Coen noted that "Tutu is a guy that you look at (as) a little guy, maybe just (a downfield guy), but he knows our offense. He can play a few different positions. He just gives us some flexibility that Ben does, as well, but just…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 3:34am by Rotowire.com
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Being protected in preseason
Coach Sean McVay told reporters on Sunday that Atwell's absence in Saturday's preseason game against the Chargers was "a credit to what (Atwell has) done, but it's also in response to Van Jefferson's availability," Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: McVay's comments, combined with neither Atwell nor Ben Skowronek seeing the field on Saturday, make it seem like Jefferson may not be ready in time for Week 1. Atwell has also seemingly locked up a spot on the final 53-man roster with his coach's insistence on keeping him out of action, and he and Skowronek could split reps as the No. 3 wide receiver until Jefferson's return.
Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't see field Saturday
Atwell (coach's decision) did not play in the Rams' 29-22 preseason win over the Chargers on Saturday night.
Analysis: Jordan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports that head coach Sean McVay, who'd previously stated he wanted to see Atwell get some snaps in the preseason, said after the game he opted not to play the speedster Saturday night because he feels the second-year wideout has shown enough in practice already. The 2021 second-round pick never logged a target over eight games in his rookie campaign, but he could have a meaningful role to open the season if Van Jefferson (knee) is unavailable to begin the…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 10:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Backup on depth chart
Atwell was listed as a backup on the Rams' first unofficial depth chart released Wednesday, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.
Analysis: Ben Skowronek earned the No. 3 wide receiver role on the initial depth chart behind Cooper Kupp and Allen Robinson, but Atwell has impressed during camp, showing off his blazing speed and sure hands during a pair of big plays in this week's practice. One potential hiccup for Atwell could be durability, as he told coaches he weighed 150 pounds, which is 15 pounds lighter than his already tiny official roster playing weight of 165. After missing the latter half of last year with shoulder surgery,…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Competing for a role
Atwell is part of a group of players currently serving as the No. 3 wide receiver while Van Jefferson misses time due to knee surgery, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Atwell's biggest asset as a receiver is his blistering 4.35 speed, which matches one of Jefferson's best attributes. Atwell is very undersized at 5-foot-9, 155 pounds, however, and missed more than half of the 2021 season due to shoulder surgery, which likely puts him behind Ben Skowronek in the current pecking order, with Jacob Harris and Brandon Powell also jockeying for playing time. The Rams are giving Atwell the opportunity to perform in a variety of routes during training camp, however,…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 2 at 7:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Improves during minicamp
Atwell (shoulder) participated in June minicamp and managed to earn praise from teammates Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Atwell, a 2021 second-round pick, had his rookie campaign limited to just eight appearances before he had to undergo shoulder surgery. Since the undersized wideout's return to the practice field this offseason, though, Stafford noted that "everything" Atwell does appears "much more intentional." As a rookie, Atwell handled a key role on special teams and as a kick returner, but he was limited to just 10 offensive snaps. Though Kupp, Allen Robinson and Van Jefferson are cemented as the Rams' top…read more
Published: Mon, Jun 27 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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Placed on IR
Atwell (shoulder) has been officially placed on IR.
Analysis: Per Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site, Atwell will need season-ending surgery to address a shoulder issue. Atwell -- who the Rams took with the 57th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft -- thus finishes his rookie campaign with 10 punt returns for 54 yards and five kick returns for 87 yards in eight games. Once he recovers from his surgery, the speedy Louisville product will set his sights on carving out a role in the team's offense in 2022.
Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Requires season-ending surgery
Atwell will undergo season-ending surgery on his shoulder and be placed on injured reserve, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The rookie second-round pick appeared set for a larger role with DeSean Jackson recently requesting a trade, but Atwell went down with a serious shoulder injury during Sunday's win over the Texans. Atwell should move to injured reserve within the next couple days and will finish his rookie campaign without a catch in eight games.
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Might not return Sunday
Atwell (shoulder) is questionable to return Sunday at Houston, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis: Atwell had played just 10 offensive snaps this season before Sunday's contest, so his potential absence shouldn't affect many fantasy rosters.
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Could see larger role
Atwell could be in line to receive an extended opportunity Sunday as the Rams' No. 4 receiver against the Texans, as DeSean Jackson has recently requested a trade, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Although coach Sean McVay reportedly criticized Atwell for his lack of urgency recently, the receiver could potentially see a larger role Sunday, especially if the Rams' starting receivers face any injuries. With DeSean Jackson not playing Sunday, the only other receiver on the Rams' roster behind Cooper Kupp, Robert Woods and Van Jefferson is Ben Skowronek. Expect Atwell to see some offensive snaps Sunday against the Texans.
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Losing playing time
Atwell played a single offensive snap and didn't see the field on special teams during Sunday's 28-19 win over Detroit.
Analysis: While scarce playing time is nothing new for Atwell, it was fellow rookie Ben Skowronek returning kicks for the Rams on Sunday, and not Atwell. Fantasy settings where either Atwell or Skowronek are factors are probably few and far between, but this is still a minor development of note.
Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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Only two snaps in NFL debut
Atwell wasn't targeted on his two offensive snaps and didn't play on special teams during Sunday's 34-14 win over Chicago.
Analysis: It was a quiet debut for the rookie, and it's particularly telling that he wasn't utilized in a kick- or punt-returning role. Atwell projects to establish a specialty role in the offense over the course of the season because of his elite speed and game-breaking potential in space. However, it's clear he's not being rushed into action. The Rams have four capable receivers ahead of him on the depth chart, including proven speedster DeSean Jackson.
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns from back issue
Atwell recorded eight receptions on 12 targets for 62 yards in Saturday's preseason game against the Broncos.
Analysis: Atwell has been absent from large portions of training camp, first as a result of being on the reserve/COVID-19 list. More recently, he was sidelined by a back issue. However, neither impacted his ability to rack up plenty of targets in the preseason finale. Atwell made the majority of his catches around the line of scrimmage, contrasting with his expected usage based on his 4.44 40-yard speed. His longest reception of the day went for 16 yards, though that was his only double-digit gain of the…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 10:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with back injury
Atwell missed Monday's practice with a back injury, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After spending the first week of training camp on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Atwell has been practicing since Aug. 4 and even caught two passes for 21 yards in Saturday's preseason opener against the Chargers. The rookie second-round pick may be only fourth or fifth on the depth chart to start his career, but his 4.35 speed could be useful off the bench for occasional deep shots. It doesn't sound like Atwell's back injury is too serious.
Published: Tue, Aug 17 at 6:31am by Rotowire.com
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Pair of grabs in preseason opener
Atwell secured two of four targets for 21 yards and returned a punt for no gain in the Rams' 13-6 preseason loss to the Chargers on Saturday night.
Analysis: The rookie snared a co-team-high 20-yard reception and tied with several players for third in catches on the night. Atwell is an intriguing but slight speedster that the Rams thought highly enough of to invest a second-round pick in last April, and he'll look to make an impact as a likely No. 5 receiver and special-teams asset this season.
Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 11:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Activated from COVID list
The Rams reinstated Atwell from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The rookie second-round pick, who was placed on the list July 26, will now look to get back into the mix and carve out a role in a Los Angeles receiving corps that also includes Robert Woods, Cooper Kupp, DeSean Jackson and Van Jefferson. Atwell's speed is undeniable, but at 5-foot-9 and 165 pounds, he's extremely slight for the receiver position and may struggle to make a splash as a rookie.
Published: Wed, Aug 4 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands on COVID-19 list
The Rams placed Atwell (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
Analysis: Atwell's rookie training camp will get a late start because of the move, putting him behind the eight ball in terms of learning everything he needs prior to his debut season. He'll have to play catch-up with the other rookies and teammates once he's cleared from the list and also may have a tough time finding the field consistently as part of a deep wide receiver group that also includes Robert Woods, Cooper Kupp, DeSean Jackson and Van Jefferson.
Published: Mon, Jul 26 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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