Rams Sign Maximus Pulley to Active Roster for Special Teams

On September 25, 2026, the Los Angeles Rams signed safety Maximus Pulley from their practice squad to the active roster. Rams coach Sean McVay explained that the decision was made to bolster the special teams unit following an injury to veteran running back Ronnie Rivers, who has been a significant contributor on special teams. McVay noted that Rivers sustained a four- to six-week injury while warming up. 'I’m bummed out for Ronnie,' McVay stated. After reviewing Pulley’s college film, McVay expressed enthusiasm about Pulley’s potential, highlighting his performance at Wofford College, where he recorded five interceptions, one forced fumble, and 80 total tackles last year. Pulley is currently listed as the third safety for the Rams, behind Tanner Ingle and Jaylen McCollough. It remains uncertain if Pulley will have a role beyond special teams, especially given that starting safety Kamren Kinchens did not practice on Thursday due to a hamstring injury. Pulley previously made a strong impression during the preseason, being ranked as the 12th-highest-graded safety by Pro Football Focus after logging 16 tackles and five stops.