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Rams claim former Patriots DE Derek Rivers off waivers

The Los Angeles Rams have added a player to their defense, claiming defensive end Derek Rivers off waivers from the New England Patriots. Rivers, a former third-round pick in the 2017 NFL draft, was waived by the Patriots last week.

Rivers won’t be eligible to play for the Rams on Monday night against the Buccaneers, but the move will be made official on Tuesday. Field Yates of ESPN was the first to report the transaction.

The Rams claimed former Patriots DE Derek Rivers off of waivers. The move will become official tomorrow with the Rams playing tonight vs.