Rams' Henderson day-to-day with sprained thumb

The Los Angeles Rams have avoided another major injury in their backfield.

Running back Darrell Henderson is considered day-to-day after spraining his thumb in practice, the Rams announced Monday, according to team reporter Stu Jackson.

Henderson is expected to be ready for Week 1, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The Rams are counting on Henderson to be their feature back after losing Cam Akers for the season due to a torn Achilles. Los Angeles also waived running back Raymond Calais with an injury designation Monday.

A third-round pick in 2019, Henderson totaled 147 yards on 39 carries during his rookie season. The 24-year-old's role grew in 2020 when he rushed for 624 yards across 11 starts.

The Rams open the regular season against the Chicago Bears on Sep. 12.

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