Blaine Grisak· Sep 23, 2026
Grisak expects newly signed safety Maximus Pulley to see special teams action right away for the Rams in their upcoming game against the Denver Broncos, given the team's special teams struggles.
“It wouldn't be surprising to see Pulley appear on special teams this week as the Rams get set to take on the Denver Broncos.”
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- Availability CallsMaximus PulleyLos Angeles RamsSep 23, 2026
“It wouldn't be surprising to see Pulley appear on special teams this week as the Rams get set to take on the Denver Broncos.”
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