Chris Long Injury: Updates on Rams DE's Knee and Return

St. Louis Rams defensive end Chris Long was dealing with a knee issue that had kept him out of the lineup since he suffered the injury against the Green Bay Packers in Week 5. However, he is ready to return.

Continue for updates.

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Long Active for Week 11

Sunday, Nov. 22

According to StLouisRams.com's Myles Simmons, Long is available to play against the Baltimore Ravens.

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Latest on Long's Practice Status

Thursday, Nov. 19

The Rams announced that Long was a full participant at practice.

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Fisher Comments on Long's Status

Monday, Nov. 16

According to Rams coach Jeff Fisher, Long should be returning to the practice field this week, per Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com. "We'll see where it goes," said Fisher. 

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Long's Return Will Bolster Rams' Fierce Pass Rush

Long didn't miss a game during his first six NFL seasons before appearing in only six contests last year because of a left ankle injury that required surgery. 

A combination of William Hayes and Eugene Sims filled in for Long prior to his return. The return of the star defensive end will add to a loaded front with the likes of dynamic defensive tackle Aaron Donald and pass-rusher extraordinaire Robert Quinn on the opposite edge in the trenches.

The Rams defense currently hovers in the middle of the NFL in average yards and points surrendered per game, and Long's return will help the Rams as they look to make a push in the NFC West.