Sean McVay said the Los Angeles Rams have a “tremendous challenge” on Thursday night with the Minnesota Vikings coming to town, a very difficult matchup with a team that’s currently 5-1. The Rams will be coming off a win over the Las Vegas Raiders, getting them closer to .500 at 2-4, but they’re still underdogs against the Vikings.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp, who missed the last three games with an ankle injury, is expected to return for the team’s Week 8 meeting with the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday, coach Sean McVay said after the Rams’ 20-15 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.

Through the first two games in 2024, Kupp was his productive self. He had 18 receptions for 147 yards and a touchdown. With fellow wideout Puka Nacua still on injured reserve, the Rams have to get Kupp back and playing.