Rams make surprising addition to roster on Sunday
Jack Bouwmeester will not count against L.A.’s practice squad limit if he makes it there
On Sunday, the Los Angeles Rams added punter Jack Bouwmeester to their roster, creating depth for their special teams unit as they prepare for their second preseason game against the New Orleans Saints. The Australian-born Bouwmeester, who qualifies for the league’s international pathway program exemption, is able to be controlled by the Rams' rights while not counting against their practice squad limits.
With Ethan Evans already proving to be one of the top punters in the NFL, this signing is unlikely to pose a threat to Evans' job security. Born in 1998, Bouwmeester played college football for Michigan State, Utah, and Texas, ultimately going undrafted. He previously played for the San Francisco 49ers but was waived last week. Bouwmeester won the Allstate Red River Rivalry game between Oklahoma and Texas in October 2025.
Special teams has been a recurring issue for Rams head coach Sean McVay, so the addition of Bouwmeester may provide the team with additional options. If needed, the Rams could retain Bouwmeester on their practice squad after final cuts, without impacting their 16-man practice squad limit, until another team or the Rams themselves place him on their active 53-man roster.
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