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St. Louis Rams - Jacksonville Jaguars: LIVE First Half Game Thread

Scott Rovak-US PRESSWIRE

The Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis, MO will rockin,' with fans wanting to see their team turn things around. Staggered by three rough losses the last few weeks, the Rams are searching for answers on offense and defense. They welcome the Jaguars to the Gateway City; a team having issues as well.

Today features the return of Jo Lonn Dunbar to the Rams' defense after a four game suspension and being released by the team. For the Jaguars, they'll be without left offensive tackle Eugene Monroe, who was traded to the Baltimore Ravens this past week. Rookie - and second overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft - Luke Joeckel will take over duties on the left side, and he'll face the Rams' Robert Quinn in a key match up.

So what changes has Jeff Fisher made? He eluded to making some adjustments on his show at ESPN 101. The "Twitter-verse" has yielded a hint from running back Daryl Richardson, saying he won't be starting against the Jaguars. Injuries for today's game could play a role, with both teams having some key players dinged up this week. For the Rams, seeing Cortland Finnegan listed as "doubtful", and Trumaine Johnson as "questionable" has to have St. Louis fans nervous. The Jaguars get wide receiver Justin Blackmon back after serving his four game suspension, so if Blaine Gabbert finds time in the pocket, it could get interesting.

Rams and Jags injury lists courtesy of NFL.com

INJURIES FOR WEEK 5
Name Position Injury Practice Status Game Status
Will Witherspoon LB Thigh Full Participation in Practice Probable
William Hayes DE Knee Did Not Participate In Practice Doubtful
Rodger Saffold T Knee Did Not Participate In Practice Out
Cortland Finnegan CB Thigh Did Not Participate In Practice Doubtful
Trumaine Johnson CB Illness Did Not Participate In Practice Questionable
Matt Conrath DT Concussion Did Not Participate In Practice Questionable
Brandon McGee CB Thigh Full Participation in Practice Probable
INJURIES FOR WEEK 5
Name Position Injury Practice Status Game Status
Mike Harris CB -- Full Participation in Practice --
Jason Babin DE -- Full Participation in Practice --
Mike Brown WR Back Did Not Participate In Practice Out
Brad Meester C -- Full Participation in Practice --
John Lotulelei LB -- Did Not Participate In Practice --
Dwayne Gratz CB Ankle Did Not Participate In Practice Out
Roy Miller DT Shoulder Full Participation in Practice Probable
Jeremy Mincey DE Concussion Did Not Participate In Practice Out
Denard Robinson WR Hamstring Limited Participation in Practice Probable
Stephen Burton WR Concussion Did Not Participate In Practice Out
Alan Ball CB Groin Full Participation in Practice Probable
Dwight Lowery S Concussion Did Not Participate In Practice Out
Cecil Shorts WR Groin Did Not Participate In Practice Questionable
Marcedes Lewis TE Calf Did Not Participate In Practice Out
Geno Hayes LB Hip Limited Participation in Practice Probable

Troubled teams, with no where to go but up is the theme today. So forget the last few weeks, and get ready for some Rams football. We'll have post game highlights and observation after the contest. Go Rams!