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Drops on depth chart Funk has more competition for snaps following the Rams' trade for fellow running back Sony Michel on Wednesday, Kevin Modesti of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact While the majority of rookie seventh-round picks have been desperately clawing for third-string spots, Funk has spent his summer competing with Xavier Jones for No. 2 standing on the Los Angeles depth chart, behind presumed starter Darrell Henderson after Cam Akers suffered an Achilles tear in July. The addition of Michel makes things a bit more crowded, but Funk still is in good shape relative to other late-round picks, with the running-back position arguably the biggest question mark for an otherwise-stellar team. Granted, Funk could end up on the practice squad if the Rams only keep three backs.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

"First Game Of The Year Baby!" Jake Funk Mic'd Up At Rams vs. Chargers Matchup At SoFi Stadium

AUGUST 18, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Busy preseason ahead Funk and Xavier Jones should be busy this preseason, as the Rams likely will play it safe with projected starter Darrell Henderson, Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Funk is a sixth-round rookie who took only 135 carries throughout his college career, while Jones is a second-year pro who strictly played special teams after catching on with the Rams as an undrafted rookie last year. The two are listed as co-No. 2s on the team's initial preseason depth chart, ahead of scatbacks Raymond Calais (5-8, 188) and Otis Anderson (5-11, 174). Most reports put Jones in the lead for the second RB spot, but Funk should have plenty of chances to make his case this preseason.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Three knee surgeries later, Rams rookie running back Jake Funk appears ready to rumble Jake Funk endured two torn ACLs and a third surgery on his left knee before being drafted by the Rams and getting a shot as a backup running...

AUGUST 12, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Funk, Jones emerging as Rams reminded of need for RB options

The Los Angeles Rams will need reserve running backs Jake Funk and Xavier Jones this season

AUGUST 11, 2021 • Associated Press

Climbs depth chart Funk will move up the depth chart after teammate Cam Akers suffered a torn Achilles, but the rookie still looks to be behind Darrell Henderson and Xavier Jones in the Rams backfiel...

Impact This is the type of situation where a little-known player could make an impact, but as a rookie seventh-round pick, Funk will need to earn a roster spot first and foremost. He was a backup throughout most of his college career at Maryland, before taking 60 carries for 516 yards and three touchdowns in five games his senior season. Funk then boosted his draft stock with a sub-4.5-second 40-yard dash at his pro day, ultimately landing in Los Angeles on draft day with the 233rd overall pick. In addition to Henderson, Jones and Funk, the Rams have scatbacks Raymond Calais and Otis Anderson on their roster. The team could still add veteran help, but most reports suggest they'll avoid a big-name addition.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jake Funk: new opportunity opens up for larger role as rookie for L.A. Rams More opportunity for the former Terps star.

JULY 20, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Newcomer update: Jake Funk Checking in on Rams rookie running back Jake Funk with the offseason program complete and training camp on the horizon.

JULY 12, 2021 • THERAMS.COM

Jake Funk's resolve helps him continue to defy the odds No matter what hurdle has been thrown his way, Rams running back Jake Funk has managed to clear it with an unwavering self-confidence.

JUNE 30, 2021 • THERAMS.COM

Los Angeles Rams have a potential steal in 7th-round RB Jake Funk The Los Angeles Rams haven't had a first-round pick since the 2016 NFL Draft when they used the top overall pick on Cal quarterback Jared Go...

JUNE 2, 2021 • NFLMOCKS.COM