Rams reportedly fire special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn after Thursday night implosion vs. Seahawks

Chase Blackburn was hired as the Rams' special teams coordinator ahead of the 2023 season. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)Steph Chambers via Getty Images

The Los Angeles Rams missed a field goal and allowed a 58-yard punt return touchdown that sparked an improbable Seattle Seahawks fourth-quarter comeback during a 38-37 overtime loss Thursday night.

Special teams have been a weak link for the Rams in critical moments this season, and now, ahead of a potential playoff run, head coach Sean McVay is reportedly making a change in that phase of the game.

The Rams have fired special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Saturday.

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