Rams’ Quentin Lake Undergoes Elbow Surgery
Los Angeles Rams safety Quentin Lake underwent surgery on his elbow after suffering an injury during the team’s Week 11 victory against the Seattle Seahawks. A source confirmed the information. The Rams hope Lake can rejoin the team before or during the playoffs, according to the source. Before the injury, Lake had participated in every defensive play for the Rams this season. Currently, the versatile safety is in his final rookie contract year.Rams head coach Sean McVay stated that he expected Lake to be out for “some time” after the incident. McVay also mentioned that the team was considering who would replace Lake, but highlighted the good performance of cornerback Josh Wallace. This season, Lake has achieved an interception, defended 10 passes, forced a fumble, recovered a fumble, made a sack, and accumulated 61 total tackles. In addition, Lake is in his second year as captain of the Rams, a role that, according to McVay, is irreplaceable.It looked like his elbow had bent in a strange way.
Sean McVay, Rams Head Coach
