Los Angeles Rams defensive back Ahkello Witherspoon was flagged for unnecessary roughness during the first half of Sunday's NFL playoff game against the

Ahkello Witherspoon has become a valuable player in the secondary for the Los Angeles Rams, taking over for Cobie Durant as a starter opposite Darious Williams. He remained a starter in Monday night's playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings and was playing

A pair of key Rams defenders exited in the second half amid their unit's dominance vs. Minnesota. Here's the latest.

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Witherspoon (thigh) is officially questionable for Sunday's NFC divisional-round contest against the Eagles, but he's expected to be able to suit up, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports. Witherspoon suffered a thigh injury in Monday's wild-card win against the Vikings and missed most of the second half of the contest.

Over The Cap has a full list of the Rams’ pending free agents, which features at least five players who were significant contributors at one point or another this season. The list is headlined by left tackle Alaric Jackson, with Demarcus Robinson, Christian Rozeboom and Ahkello Witherspoon all set to become free agents, too.

Read the recent NFL news and rumors for fantasy football. Los Angeles Rams defensive back Ahkello Witherspoon (thigh) was listed as

Matthew Stafford and the Rams fall short in their comeback attempt, losing to the Philadelphia Eagles 28-22 in the NFC divisional playoffs.

Because of injuries, the Rams' depth has been tested and unsung heroes such as Cobie Durant and Ahkello Witherspoon have been invaluable to L.A.'s success.

Figuring out Stafford's next step is key for the Rams, along with decisions on high-priced veterans and the O-line.

Los Angeles dominated Minnesota from start to finish, wreaking havoc on the defensive end. During the "Monday Night Football" matchup, the Rams made postseason history. On Monday, the Rams became the first team ever to have two cornerbacks record a sack in a playoff game since 1982.

The Los Angeles Rams are moving on to the divisional round of the playoffs after beating the Minnesota Vikings Monday night.