OAKLAND — Inside linebacker Mark Barron — officially listed as doubtful heading into Monday's contest with an ankle injury — is inactive for Week 1 against the raiders.
Ramik Wilson is expected to start in Barron's place next to defensive signal-caller Cory Littleton at inside linebacker.
With Barron recovering from offseason surgeries during OTAs and training camp, Wilson has been practicing at that spot leading up to the 2018 regular season.
Check out photos from prior to the Rams' season opener against the Raiders in Oakland on Monday Night Football.
"He's started before in the league and he's played well when he's been in there. And, he knows what to do," defensive coordinator Wade Phillips said of Wilson this week. "He's a real smart player, so I have confidence in him."
Below are the full lists of inactives for both the Rams and Raiders. Kickoff is slated for 7:20 p.m. PT.
LOS ANGELES RAMS
QB Brandon Allen
ILB Mark Barron
RB Justin Davis
RB John Kelly
OLB Trevon Young
DT Sebastian Joseph-Day
DT Tanzel Smart
OAKLAND RAIDERS
DL Tank Carradine
OT T.J. Clemmings
WR Brandon LaFell
OT Justin Murray
DT Brian Price
CB Nick Nelson
RB DeAndré Washington
