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Rams' Kyren Williams sports paintball welt as offseason banter hits Instagram

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The Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams #23 talks during a press conference, April 20th, 2026 in Woodland Hills California. WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. – Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams revealed a significant forehead welt from a paintball match on Friday.

The viral injury features a relaxed atmosphere during the team's 2026 offseason programme. Safety Nate Valcarcel posted an image of the fresh red mark on Instagram . He added a teasing caption: "cool off that paintball.

" Williams quickly reposted the photograph to his own social media account. Los Angeles Rams' safety Nate Valcarcel shared an image of star running back Kyren Williams sporting a significant paintball injury. pic.

twitter. com/0AdnCih7tI — MOHAMMAD ASIF ANSARI (@WriterMohammad) May 9, 2026 This friendly exchange arrives during a period of professional stability for Williams. The running back enters his fifth NFL campaign carrying a three-year, $33 million contract extension.

He signed the lucrative deal in August 2025. Williams recently explained that his settled contract provides a clear sense of direction. This financial certainty allows him to focus entirely on improving his physical performance.