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

Special teams have been a weak link for L.A> 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.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 03: Special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn of the Los Angeles Rams looks on  during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on November 03, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
Chase Blackburn was hired as the Rams' special teams coordinator ahead of the 2023 season. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
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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.

This story is being updated.

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