McVay: TE Davis Allen expected to return to practice within the next week, OL Justin Dedich nearing comeback

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said tight end Davis Allen is expected to return to practice within the next week as he recovers from a quad injury. The comment gives the Rams a clearer picture of Allen’s availability as the team turns its attention toward its Week 1 opener.

Allen’s timeline matters because the Rams rely heavily on tight end production across their offense, both in the passing game and as a structural piece in run schemes. Even in a limited practice window, a return to work would allow the coaching staff to evaluate his role, timing, and readiness before the first meaningful regular-season game of the year.

McVay also addressed offensive lineman Justin Dedich, indicating the hand injury that has limited him is “getting closer” to a possible return. For an offensive line, even minor setbacks can affect practice reps and continuity, particularly when the unit is still trying to lock in communication and assignments.

Dedich’s situation is important for depth and versatility along the line. The Rams will want to ensure they have reliable options as training camp moves into the final stretch, because a hand injury can influence how comfortable a player is in pass protection and how effectively he can secure contact in run blocking.

The updates came ahead of the Rams’ next preseason stretch and the team’s broader early-season evaluation period. McVay’s comments suggest the staff is working toward having both Allen and Dedich available for at least a portion of the final ramp-up, with the tight end’s expected return tied directly to readiness for the team’s season opener.

While the comments point in a positive direction, neither injury is described as fully resolved in the update. “Expected” timelines in training camp do not guarantee game availability, and the Rams will likely manage both players’ workloads based on how they respond in practice.

For fans and roster watchers, the next practical checkpoint is who logs full or near-full sessions once Allen returns, and whether Dedich can resume regular reps without limitations. Those details will help determine how much the Rams can simplify their lineup decisions going into the first weekend of the regular season.

If Allen returns as expected, the Rams would gain an important piece for continuity at tight end, and if Dedich is able to move closer to full participation, it would strengthen the group’s ability to hold its form under preseason and early-season roster demands.