Cooper Rush’s performance hinges on short completions, quick reads, and protecting the ball. The Baltimore Ravens head into Sunday’s clash with the Los Angeles Rams with a chance to redeem their season. Matchups like this, against a division-level opponent, put every roster decision under a microscope. With the Ravens slipping to a 1-4 start, their pressure is mounting — and how well their backup quarterback performs could decide whether Baltimore can keep playoff hopes alive this season. A loss here would drop them to 1-5, a record that historically leaves teams with less than a 10% chance of making the postseason.
Will Cooper Rush play today against the Los Angeles Rams? (October 12)
Yes, Cooper Rush is playing. With Lamar Jackson officially ruled out again due to a hamstring injury, Rush will make his second straight start. Jackson has been sidelined ever since the injury in Week 4 and has not participated in practice this week. Rush, who struggled last week with interceptions, now faces a more critical test. The Ravens are clearly leaning on him to steady the offense. There are no new injury flags on Rush himself — coaches expect him to take the field fully ready. This marks only the sixth start of Rush’s NFL career, and his first-ever start in a Ravens uniform at M&T Bank Stadium.
Baltimore Ravens vs. Los Angeles Rams game details and how to watch
Date and kickoff: Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. ETVenue: M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MarylandStreaming: It will be nationally broadcast on FOX. Fans can also stream the game live via the FOX Sports app or FOX.com with a valid TV provider login. Out-of-market viewers can watch through NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV, while international fans can tune in using NFL Game Pass via DAZN.
What to expect from the Ravens in today’s high-stakes matchup
Cooper Rush’s performance hinges on short completions, quick reads, and protecting the ball. The Rams’ defense should test him deep and generate pressure off the edge. Baltimore’s offensive line, already strained by attrition, must hold up when the blitz comes. Meanwhile, the Ravens will lean on Derrick Henry to eat clock and open up manageable play-action looks. If Rush can minimize turnovers and stretch drives, Baltimore might just sneak into this game. Tight end Mark Andrews is also expected to be a key target, especially on third downs and red zone plays, where Rush will need reliable options.Also read: Adrian Martinez could be under center this Sunday as 49ers navigate quarterback uncertaintyDefensively, Baltimore must tighten up against explosive plays — limiting chunk yardage and forcing field goals could keep them in control late.