The Rams (2-8) are expected to sign veteran Todd Steussie, who started 15 games for the team last year, but broke his foot in the preseason. St. Louis is so beaten up on the offensive line, with three starters on injured reserve, that the 36-year-old Steussie could start this weekend at home against the Seahawks.

"Because of the circumstances we're in with our offensive line and injuries, that's a possibility," coach Scott Linehan said. "We'd like to get him ready as soon as possible."

Linehan also said center Brett Romberg could be back from a high right ankle sprain that has sidelined him for three weeks.

Under terms of an injury settlement, Steussie wasn't able to sign with the Rams until this week. He's a two-time Pro Bowl player with experience at tackle and guard.

"He's one of those guys who works very hard to keep in shape," Linehan said. "He's going to have to get himself as close to playing shape as he can this week."

Tackle Alex Barron is the only opening-game starter left for the Rams, who have filled in with substitutes and castoffs. Brandin Gorin and Rob Petitti rotated at right tackle on Sunday.