Rams' Tavon Austin: Inactive for Sunday's game vs. Patriots
Austin (chest) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis:
The chest injury prevented Austin from practicing all week and prompted the Rams to list the wideout as doubtful heading into Sunday, so it's no surprise that he'll be sidelined for the first time this season. Austin's absence could open up a few more looks for the likes of Kenny Britt and Brian Quick, while Pharoh Cooper is slated to handle the punt-returning duties in his stead.