“He’s definitely going to be utilized in this game,” McVay said

obert Woods, the Rams’ top receiver, suffered a shoulder injury against the Vikings and will be sidelined this week.

Others must step up to fill the void.

Austin, described often by McVay as “a special player,” could be one of them.

“He’s definitely going to be utilized in this game,” McVay said. “He’s a part of the game plan and it will be a variety of ways.”