Former Mizzou Kicker Mevis Joins Rams Practice Squad
Former Missouri kicker Harrison Mevis has joined the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad on Wednesday, marking his fourth stop in professional football.
Mevis, who became a fan favorite at Mizzou, was seen earlier this season participating in pregame festivities before a matchup against South Carolina at Memorial Stadium in Columbia.
The Rams have faced challenges at the kicker position this year. Rookie Joshua Karty, a sixth-round pick in 2024, has completed 10 of 15 field goal attempts and converted 23 of 26 extra points.
“Former Missouri kicker Harrison Mevis signed with the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad Wednesday, putting him on his fourth professional team.”
Background and Team Context
- Mevis has been moving between several NFL teams since leaving college.
- The Rams hope his consistency in long-range field goals will bring stability.
- Special teams performance has been a critical issue for Los Angeles this season.
Team Performance
Despite the rotation at kicker, the Rams remain competitive in the NFC standings. Adding Mevis provides the team with additional depth and competition going into the second half of the season.
Author’s summary: Harrison Mevis joins the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad to strengthen their special teams following a season of inconsistent kicking performance.