Defensive end Chris Long was a valued member of the St. Louis (Now Los Angeles) Rams during his eight seasons with the team, and he will face his old squad for the first time in Week 13 since leaving during the offseason.
The split between the Rams and Long was understandable. Long, 31, had trouble staying healthy the past two seasons and was clearly past his prime.
The former No. 2 overall pick of the Rams was allowed to walk by the team because of considerable depth on the defensive line, and he ended up signing a one-year deal with the Patriots.