Rams expecting a big boost from the return of defensive end Robert QuinnBy RICH HAMMOND / STAFF WRITER
LONDON – One major solution to the Rams’ defensive woes last week stood on the sideline in sweatpants, unable to do anything but hope for health.
Apparently it has arrived, at least enough for Rams defensive end Robert Quinn to return to the field Sunday against the New York Giants at Twickenham Stadium. Quinn, by far the Rams’ most effective pass rusher, missed the previous two games because of a shoulder injury.
As the Rams prepare to face Giants quarterback Eli Manning, who can pick apart a defense when given time but sometimes is prone to mistakes when he faces pressure, Quinn’s return would be a major boost.
“It’s going to be a big difference,” defensive tackle Aaron Donald said after Thursday’s practice. “He’s a great pass-rusher who is going to help me. The protection can’t just be on one person, because you’ve got a guy like that coming off the edge. It’s going to be big-time having him back.”
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