Cody Schrader is elevated from the Rams' practice squad for Week 1 against Houston, adding RB depth and potential return duties. Los Angeles keeps its 53-man roster intact while courting a one-game boost for Schroeder’s versatile game plan. Schrader could backfill on early downs and contribute on punts/kicks, with the Rams planning to revert him after Sunday but re-elevate later if needed.

The Rams’ top backs remain Kyren Williams, Blake Corum, and Jarquez Hunter, with Schrader as a fourth option who could spell Williams and provide a special-teams spark. This move signals trust in Schrader’s all-around skill set and sets up a test run against the Texans in a Week 1 where depth and return capability could swing few touches into meaningful fantasy moments.