The Los Angeles Rams are signing veteran kicker Brandon McManus, marking their third change at the position during a turbulent start to the 2026 NFL season.

The 35-year-old arrives after Blake Grupe suffered a season-ending torn ACL during Sunday's 18-16 loss to the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium.

McManus, who previously played for the Green Bay Packers and Denver Broncos, worked out for Los Angeles on Tuesday alongside free-agent kicker Matt Prater.

The move gives the Rams another experienced option as they attempt to address ongoing special-teams concerns following a disappointing 2-4 start.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport shared the latest development Tuesday on X, formerly Twitter, alongside fellow insider Mike Garafolo, detailing the decision to bring in McManus.

“The #Rams are signing veteran kicker Brandon McManus, per me and @MikeGarafolo, the latest in Los Angeles’ kicker saga. He worked out today, along with FA K Matt Prater.

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McManus most recently kicked for the #Packers and #Broncos.”

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