NFL-- Van Jefferson, a WR for the Rams,  placed on injured reserve

Van Jefferson, a third-year wide receiver for the Rams, has been largely sidelined following offseason knee surgery.

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The team has placed him on injured reserve as he works his way back.

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The move has caused concerns as outsiders become increasingly unsure of Jefferson's genuine standing.

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Jefferson enjoyed a great season as a sophomore.

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After only accumulating 220 yards in his debut year, he started every game and caught 50 receptions for 802 yards and six touchdowns.

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For the Super Bowl LVI champions, Jefferson finished second in receiving yards and touchdowns.

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Stafford has used Kupp, tight end Tyler Higbee, free agent signing Allen Robinson, and Skowronek as his main targets in Jefferson's absence.

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Brandon Powell, Tutu Atwell, and undrafted rookie Lance McCutcheon have all served as backup receivers so far this season despite not seeing any action.

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Cornerback Grant Haley has been promoted from the practise squad to the active roster to take Jefferson's place.

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