Linebacker Alec Ogletree left Sunday’s game against the Cardinals in the first half due to an elbow injury and was unable to return. He was spotted on the sidelines in a sling after a brace was put on his left arm, which obviously wasn’t a good sign for his availability moving forward.

It’s unclear when the injury occurred, but he assured everyone after the game that it didn’t happen on his flip into the end zone after returning an interception 41 yards for a touchdown.

As for how long he’ll be out, coach Sean McVay said he had no update on the injury after Sunday’s win. That’s usually a bad sign, but Ogletree seemed positive despite being in a sling.

He said he believes he’ll be able to play next week against the Eagles in a pivotal matchup between NFC powerhouses.

Strangely enough, the Rams’ defense actually played better in the second half when Ogletree was sidelined. That’s not to say he was the reason for its struggles, but he has had his lapses against the run this season.

Still, he’s a key part of the defense, particularly because of the fact that he calls the defensive plays in the huddle.