Rams gutted the roster and promoted from within. At 2-3, they need more from their homegrown talent
1 year, 5 months ago

Rams gutted the roster and promoted from within. At 2-3, they need more from their homegrown talent

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — After five games, the Los Angeles Rams don’t look much better or much worse than most people predicted after their eventful offseason of roster-stripping and reconstruction. With the missed opportunities of the Rams’ 23-14 loss to unbeaten Philadelphia still fresh, Los Angeles coach Sean McVay vowed to get more out of his revamped team more quickly. That’s led to a starting offensive line with multiple undrafted players and a rookie protecting Matthew Stafford, a defensive line with two undrafted starters and a fourth-round pick supporting Aaron Donald, and a secondary with three starters getting their first significant NFL roles. “Putting the work in, continue to work, trust that work that we do put into it on a weekly basis, go out there and trust yourself on the game day.” WHAT’S WORKING The Rams got a glimpse of their probable path forward on offense during their excellent opening drive when Stafford, Cooper Kupp, Nacua and Tutu Atwell picked apart the vaunted Eagles with their short passing game.

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Rams offseason: A look at what the team needs to address
2 months, 1 week ago

Rams offseason: A look at what the team needs to address

LA Times  

Quarterback Matthew Stafford’s future with the Rams might be uncertain. That is definitely the case for star receiver Cooper Kupp, a pillar for all of Sean McVay’s eight seasons as the team’s coach. So it won’t be an anxiety-free offseason for McVay and general manager Les Snead as the Rams attempt to improve a team that advanced to the NFC …

Rams’ opportunistic young defense has been key to their late-season surge, playoff win over Vikings
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams’ opportunistic young defense has been key to their late-season surge, playoff win over Vikings

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams’ defense seemed to be starting practically from scratch when it began this season with a rookie coordinator and without retired superstar Aaron Donald. The defense has even carried the Rams down the stretch of the regular season and into the playoffs, where it did perhaps its best work yet in Los Angeles’ cathartic …

Rams’ young ascending defense shows Vikings it has come of age, but can it slow Eagles?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams’ young ascending defense shows Vikings it has come of age, but can it slow Eagles?

LA Times  

Ahkello Witherspoon forces the Vikings’ Sam Darnold to fumble, and Jared Verse recovered and ran 57 yards for a Rams touchdown. “I don’t think I’ve ever been part of a team constantly getting back there like that,” said Durant, who also intercepted a pass. Kobie Turner records one of his two sacks of Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold, who the Rams …

Clear skies and clear minds: Rams regroup in Arizona to prepare for playoff game vs. Vikings
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Clear skies and clear minds: Rams regroup in Arizona to prepare for playoff game vs. Vikings

Associated Press  

TEMPE, Ariz. — Everything seemed pretty normal for the Los Angeles Rams during Saturday’s practice at their temporary home on a beautiful afternoon in suburban Phoenix. “This is for hope back at home that they can cling onto, that the Rams are going to be the people who can take them away from whatever they’re going through for a few …

Rams seek some normalcy ahead of Vikings game but don’t feel quite at home in Arizona
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams seek some normalcy ahead of Vikings game but don’t feel quite at home in Arizona

LA Times  

Rams defensive tackle Kobie Turner addresses the media at the Arizona Cardinals’ training facility in Tempe, Ariz. Because of safety concerns caused by the wildfires in Southern California, the NFL moved Monday night’s game from SoFi Stadium to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. “It was eerie,” defensive tackle Kobie Turner said of workouts earlier in the week, “but to …

LA Rams head for Arizona and a crucial playoff game with their minds on their fire-ravaged hometown
2 months, 2 weeks ago

LA Rams head for Arizona and a crucial playoff game with their minds on their fire-ravaged hometown

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams wrapped up practice at their training complex Friday under blue skies with bruise-colored clouds of wildfire smoke lurking on the horizon. “We’re going in there for everybody in Los Angeles — everybody affected by the fires, everybody displaced, everybody evacuated,” Rams linebacker Michael Hoecht said. “But we have a chance on Monday, whether …

Rams’ last-minute travel plans aided by Cardinals owner’s plane as wildfires force relocation
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams’ last-minute travel plans aided by Cardinals owner’s plane as wildfires force relocation

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — With Monday night’s wild-card game between the Los Angeles Rams and Minnesota Vikings now moved to State Farm Stadium in Arizona, the Rams have enacted their travel plan beginning Friday night. Practice today, area secure from Kenneth fire on the opposite side: pic.twitter.com/h7efA7J1ix — Jourdan Rodrigue January 10, 2025 As The Athletic reported Thursday night, factors in …

Rams hope a week off will allow their sluggish offense to get rolling in the playoffs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams hope a week off will allow their sluggish offense to get rolling in the playoffs

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams rested nearly all of their offensive starters in their regular-season finale because coach Sean McVay wanted everybody fresh and healthy for the playoffs. Los Angeles will host the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night in the Rams’ first playoff game at SoFi Stadium since they won the Super Bowl nearly three years ago. The …

Rams begin preparing for wild-card matchup with familiar Vikings squad
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams begin preparing for wild-card matchup with familiar Vikings squad

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — Expect a week leading up to Monday night’s wild-card matchup of news conferences downplaying the familiarity between the Los Angeles Rams and the Minnesota Vikings. Of course the teams themselves will deploy adjusted game plans and strategies after the Rams’ Week 8, 30-20 win on “Thursday Night Football.” Of course, as Rams head coach Sean McVay reiterated …

Fourth-seeded Rams show their hand, intended ethos before leap into postseason
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Fourth-seeded Rams show their hand, intended ethos before leap into postseason

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — By the time you read this column, filed in the first half of the “Sunday Night Football” game between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings, you will know who the No. “I think the vibe and the feel around this team is we all didn’t care who it was,” said tight end Tyler Higbee, who had …

Rams playoff explainer: Here are the four teams they could face
3 months ago

Rams playoff explainer: Here are the four teams they could face

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay won’t know his playoff opponent until the completion of Week 18. Final seedings and playoff matchups will not be determined until after Sunday’s games, but the Rams are positioned to play a wild-card game against either the Washington Commanders, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings or Detroit Lions. “Being fortunate enough to be in this position for …

Rams’ offense is struggling, but the defense has put LA on the brink of an NFC West title
3 months ago

Rams’ offense is struggling, but the defense has put LA on the brink of an NFC West title

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Right when the Los Angeles Rams’ offense has dropped into a disconcerting slump, their defense has held three straight opponents under 10 points for the first time in decades. Although the Rams are closing in on an NFC West title and another playoff berth with a five-game winning streak, the way they’re doing it makes their postseason …

Surging Rams host the eliminated Cardinals in the rematch of a rare blowout loss for Sean McVay
3 months ago

Surging Rams host the eliminated Cardinals in the rematch of a rare blowout loss for Sean McVay

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — When the Los Angeles Rams host the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night, one team will be steaming toward a division title, while the other will be playing out a disappointing non-playoff season. “It was one of those things that you don’t really want to experience, but it does happen from time to time, where before you blink, …

Rams have revenge, NFC West title in mind for Cardinals game Saturday
3 months ago

Rams have revenge, NFC West title in mind for Cardinals game Saturday

LA Times  

Rams running back Kyren Williams, who scored a touchdown, was held to 25 yards in 12 carries when the Cardinals routed the Rams 41-10 in September. Defensive lineman Kobie Turner said the implications of Saturday’s game “don’t go unnoticed.” Still, at its core, the matchup against the Cardinals is a “get-back” game. “They’re not necessarily playing for anything,” Rams safety …

Rams can take huge step toward NFC West title by avenging 31-point loss to Cardinals
3 months ago

Rams can take huge step toward NFC West title by avenging 31-point loss to Cardinals

Associated Press  

Arizona at Los Angeles Rams Saturday, 8:15 p.m. EST, NFL Network BetMGM NFL odds: Rams by 6 1/2. Rams player to watch RB Kyren Williams is coming off his best game of the season after rushing for 122 yards and a touchdown on 23 carries to help Los Angeles grind out a win at the Meadowlands. … Los Angeles is …

Rams don’t dominate, but they’re rolling toward the playoffs with superb complementary football
3 months, 1 week ago

Rams don’t dominate, but they’re rolling toward the playoffs with superb complementary football

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams keep doing just enough to win, and a team that appeared to be rebuilding this season has climbed all the way to the brink of another playoff berth. Their 19-9 win over the New York Jets in sub-freezing temperatures was not dominant — they trailed 9-6 entering the fourth quarter, and they were …

49ers look to maintain their ‘urgency’ when they host the rival Rams
3 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers look to maintain their ‘urgency’ when they host the rival Rams

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — At this point the past two seasons, the San Francisco 49ers were fighting for playoff positioning rather than their playoff lives. No matter what’s really happened in terms of the trajectory of the injuries, they’re going to be ready to go.” Puka power Puka Nacua is in dominant form with 33 catches for 458 yards and …

Rams offense is humming with good health, and it gave a stellar performance to upset Buffalo
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams offense is humming with good health, and it gave a stellar performance to upset Buffalo

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams faced fourth-and-5 at the Buffalo 35 with a 38-35 lead and just under four minutes to play Sunday in their high-octane showdown with the Bills. That unit hasn’t always been good this season, entering last weekend rated just 18th in the league, but the Rams finally are mostly healthy heading down the stretch …

Rams vs. Buffalo Bills: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams vs. Buffalo Bills: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The Rams are 6-6 after last Sunday’s victory over the New Orleans Saints, and the streaking Buffalo Bills will make it difficult for the Rams to get over.500 for the first time this season. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford suffered an ankle sprain against the Saints, but he practiced this week and said he would be ready to go against the …

Rams rally in second half behind Matthew Stafford, Kyren Williams to overcome Saints
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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Rams rally in second half behind Matthew Stafford, Kyren Williams to overcome Saints

LA Times  

Kevin Dotson hugs Kyren Williams after the Rams running back scored against the Saints. Still, Matthew Stafford passed for two second-half touchdowns, Kyren Williams ran for another and rookie edge rusher Jared Verse made a late clutch play as the Rams defeated the New Orleans Saints 21-14 at the Caesars Superdome. “It’s a lot of standing around,” he said, adding, …

Rams’ defense focused on wrapping up the Saints after getting burned by the Eagles
4 months ago

Rams’ defense focused on wrapping up the Saints after getting burned by the Eagles

LA Times  

The Rams struggled to wrap up Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, left, last week. The Rams knew what was coming — and could not stop it — when Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley embarrassed them last week with a career-best performance. “They do a great job of utilizing his versatile skill set that truly makes him an X-factor,” Rams …

Saints look to sustain newfound mojo while the inconsistent Rams try to hang on in the NFC West
4 months ago

Saints look to sustain newfound mojo while the inconsistent Rams try to hang on in the NFC West

Live Mint  

NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan has noticed a “mental shift” since the club's mid-season coaching change. “When you hear from up top that you’re changing the head coach position, there’s one of two ways you go,” Jordan said this week, as the Saints prepared to host the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Pass over run …

Saints look to sustain newfound mojo while the inconsistent Rams try to hang on in the NFC West
Trending News
4 months ago

Saints look to sustain newfound mojo while the inconsistent Rams try to hang on in the NFC West

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan has noticed a “mental shift” since the club’s mid-season coaching change. “When you hear from up top that you’re changing the head coach position, there’s one of two ways you go,” Jordan said this week, as the Saints prepared to host the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Pass over run …

Rams vs. Philadelphia Eagles: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
4 months, 1 week ago

Rams vs. Philadelphia Eagles: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The Rams’ victory over the New England Patriots last Sunday put them back at.500 and kept alive their playoff chances. He knows that and we know that.” Against the Patriots, Rams receivers Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp each amassed more than 100 yards, and running back Kyren Williams showed signs of returning to his early-season form. Quarterback Jalen Hurts leads …

Young Rams have stayed in the playoff hunt with a 4-1 surge led by the venerable Matthew Stafford
4 months, 1 week ago

Young Rams have stayed in the playoff hunt with a 4-1 surge led by the venerable Matthew Stafford

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams realized last month that they needed to stack up victories against a few struggling opponents before their tough final stretch of the regular season. They’re taking these lessons in stride, and some of the veteran players have done a good job.” Chief among those veterans is Matthew Stafford, who still looks awfully sharp …

Do Chargers or Rams have a better chance to make the playoffs? Let’s examine ...
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Do Chargers or Rams have a better chance to make the playoffs? Let’s examine ...

LA Times  

Do Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers or Sean McVay’s Rams have a better chance to reach the postseason? On Sunday night, the Chargers play host to the Bengals and quarterback Joe Burrow, who has the hottest hand this side of Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson. Then-San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh, left, greets Ravens coach John Harbaugh after Baltimore’s Super Bowl win. That said, …

Rams’ abrupt offensive regression against Miami is concerning for their long-term playoff chances
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams’ abrupt offensive regression against Miami is concerning for their long-term playoff chances

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Just when the Los Angeles Rams’ offense appeared to be finding its stride, Matthew Stafford’s group took an embarrassing pratfall in prime time. It’s too soon to know what that means for the Rams’ playoff chances, but a big regression in an eminently winnable home game is not ideal for coach Sean McVay and his up-and-down team. …

Rams takeaways: Offense needs more from Kyren Williams, defensive line shows sparks
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams takeaways: Offense needs more from Kyren Williams, defensive line shows sparks

LA Times  

The Rams failed to score a touchdown for the first time since last season, when they lost 20-3 at Green Bay. Monday marked the first time the Rams failed to reach the end zone with Stafford under center since a 24-9 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Oct. 3, 2022. Rams Plaschke: Rams are Monday night no-shows in no-touchdown …

Rams Rebound from Setback, Show Signs of Life in Comeback Victory Against Seahawks
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams Rebound from Setback, Show Signs of Life in Comeback Victory Against Seahawks

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Rams have turned their season around in the past month, climbing back into the playoff race with wins against teams that were previously struggling. Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua have returned from injury to lead an offense that has shown more dynamism and scoring than in previous weeks. The defense, which was a major concern earlier in …

Rams Rejuvenated: McVay's Back-to-Back Thrills Suggest Staying with the Stars
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5 months ago

Rams Rejuvenated: McVay's Back-to-Back Thrills Suggest Staying with the Stars

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Rams are looking like a playoff contender after back-to-back wins. The defense has shown its greatest competitive fire of the year, while the offense has had its most complete game of the season. Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua have returned from long injury absences, and the Rams are now 3-4. The team has a slate of eminently …

Los Angeles Rams triumph over Minnesota Vikings in dying seconds of game
5 months ago

Los Angeles Rams triumph over Minnesota Vikings in dying seconds of game

The Independent  

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Rodrigue: Rams wins hard to come by this season, but this one meant something
5 months ago

Rodrigue: Rams wins hard to come by this season, but this one meant something

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — This was a game loaded with meaning. McVay confirmed postgame that teams have called the Rams about Kupp, and said, “I’m really glad to have Cooper Kupp back with us, and that’s what I expect to stay that way.” Cooper Kupp caught five passes for 51 yards and a TD in his first game since Week 2. …

Rams Force 4 Turnovers and Hold Off Raiders 20-15 in Thrilling Showdown
5 months, 1 week ago

Rams Force 4 Turnovers and Hold Off Raiders 20-15 in Thrilling Showdown

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Rams secured a 20-15 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in a thrilling contest at SoFi Stadium. The Rams forced four turnovers, including four sacks by Gardner Minshew, and held off the Raiders' offense despite a late hand injury to QB Aidan O'Connell. Rams rookie Kam Curl emerged as a star performer with a 33-yard fumble return …

Rams’ urgency ahead of Raiders game: Only four 1-5 NFL teams have made playoffs
5 months, 1 week ago

Rams’ urgency ahead of Raiders game: Only four 1-5 NFL teams have made playoffs

LA Times  

Packers safety Xavier McKinney intercepts a pass intended for the Rams’ Tutu Atwell in Week 5, when L.A. fell to 1-4. Nobody just said, ‘Oh well, the season’s over with.’ “It was more like, ‘This is an opportunity for us to come back from adversity.’” As positive as the Rams’ attitude might be, there is no escaping reality. “It would …

Rams Hope Kupp's Return as Raiders Face Crucial Test
5 months, 1 week ago

Rams Hope Kupp's Return as Raiders Face Crucial Test

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Rams hope that Cooper Kupp will return to face the Raiders, who begin life without WR Davante Adams. Kupp is hoping to play for the first time since spraining his ankle in Week 2 for the Rams, who have stumbled out to the worst start of Sean McVay's career. The Rams are coming off their bye, but …

Rams’ youth shows in loss to Packers and they’ll need to grow up fast to save season
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams’ youth shows in loss to Packers and they’ll need to grow up fast to save season

LA Times  

The Rams are the second-youngest team in the NFL, and they’re showing their age. But just as they showed Sunday in their 24-19 loss to Green Bay — incidentally, the league’s youngest team — they haven’t shown an ability to finish the job. With Sunday’s loss, the Rams’ Sean McVay dropped to 0-5 against his old coaching buddy, Matt LaFleur. …

Rams head into their bye week planted firmly in their own way
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams head into their bye week planted firmly in their own way

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — It’s the end of Week 5, the start of the bye, and the worst start by a Sean McVay-led team since he took over the Los Angeles Rams head coaching job in 2017. From early-season injuries to star players and starters along their offensive line to defensive breakdowns to poor red zone play to Sunday’s two third-quarter …

Vulnerable Rams’ defense needs complete turnover to compete with Packers
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Vulnerable Rams’ defense needs complete turnover to compete with Packers

LA Times  

The Rams’ defense was often running behind Roschon Johnson and the Bears’ offense in Week 4. “We’ve been stressing it’s about communication, playing together and I know we’ve had a few moving parts, but I don’t think it’s an excuse for anything,” first-year defensive coordinator Chris Shula said. “That’s the age-old question,” Shula said when asked what the Rams could …

Williams, Bears look to stop skid while Rams hope to build on dramatic win
6 months ago

Williams, Bears look to stop skid while Rams hope to build on dramatic win

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Rams at Chicago Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, FOX BetMGM NFL odds: Bears by 1½. 1 overall draft pick showed some progress last week when he threw for a Bears rookie record of 363 yards. … The Bears could have all their top playmakers available, with six-time Pro Bowl WR Keenan Allen returning to practice on a limited basis …

What makes a great Rams win even greater for Sean McVay? No injuries
6 months, 1 week ago

What makes a great Rams win even greater for Sean McVay? No injuries

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay hugs quarterback Matthew Stafford after their 27-24 comeback win over the San Francisco 49ers at SoFi Stadium on Sunday. After receiving bad news about player injuries the day after the first two games of the season, the Rams coach arrived at the team facility Monday confident but also wary. On Sunday, immediately following the Rams’ 27-24 …

The chaos Rams are back, this time with lift from special teams and Matthew Stafford
6 months, 1 week ago

The chaos Rams are back, this time with lift from special teams and Matthew Stafford

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — Because the football gods have a dark sense of humor, they decided to release Los Angeles Rams fans from two years of shielded eyes and agony while watching special teams all in one game. Rookie kicker Joshua Karty hit a 37-yard game winning field goal with five seconds left in regulation, practice squad call-up receiver Xavier Smith’s …

Rams receivers understand collective effort needed to replace injured Kupp and Nacua
6 months, 1 week ago

Rams receivers understand collective effort needed to replace injured Kupp and Nacua

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua have been the clear focus of the Los Angeles Rams’ passing attack. “Any time you have injuries, you feel bad for the person, but you don’t feel bad for yourself or your unit or your team,” offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur said Thursday. “It’s just time to go.” The Rams have options to …

Big stars are missing from both teams due to injury for the latest meeting in the Rams-49ers rivalry
6 months, 1 week ago

Big stars are missing from both teams due to injury for the latest meeting in the Rams-49ers rivalry

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Although the Rams-49ers rivalry has been decidedly tilted in San Francisco’s direction in recent years, the games have still been must-see spectacles. “Hopefully they’ll be OK, but I’m not sad that they’re not playing against us,” Rams coach Sean McVay said. Niners coach Kyle Shanahan said the number of plays in the game plan won’t change, but …

Injuries and miscues doom Rams in humbling 41-10 loss to Cardinals
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Injuries and miscues doom Rams in humbling 41-10 loss to Cardinals

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — The Los Angeles Rams’ defense, still adjusting to playing without Aaron Donald, had no answer for Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals. “There’s not anything positive I can take away from today,” Rams coach Sean McVay said. The Rams’ offense had some good moments against Detroit last week despite numerous offensive line injuries, pushing the Lions to …

Rams, McVay try to extend their recent dominance over the Cardinals in an NFC West matchup
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams, McVay try to extend their recent dominance over the Cardinals in an NFC West matchup

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Rams at Arizona Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EDT, Fox BetMGM NFL Odds: Cardinals by 1 1/2 Series record: Rams lead 50-40-2 Against the spread: Rams 0-1; Cardinals 1-0. Rams offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Rams defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Cardinals offense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Cardinals defense: overall, rush, pass, scoring Turnover differential: Rams even, Cardinals even Rams …

Rams are already besieged by injuries after otherwise encouraging effort in season-opening defeat
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams are already besieged by injuries after otherwise encouraging effort in season-opening defeat

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Four of the Los Angeles Rams’ top six offensive linemen were injured or unavailable before halftime of their season opener in Detroit. There’s not going to be any excuses for me not to move forward the right way, but we’ve gone down that road before, and we’re not doing that again.” McVay is undoubtedly thinking of the …

Los Angeles Rams begin life without star defensive tackle Aaron Donald. It might not be fun.
7 months ago

Los Angeles Rams begin life without star defensive tackle Aaron Donald. It might not be fun.

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES RAMS EXPECTATIONS: Life after Aaron Donald could be difficult for the Rams, whose entire defense was built on the bedrock of No. The Rams inevitably will be worse on the defensive line, but they should be stronger in the two weakest areas of last season’s roster: the offensive line and the secondary. NEW FACES: QB Jimmy Garoppolo, CB …

Rams look better in joint practice with Cowboys, but offensive line gets sacked again
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams look better in joint practice with Cowboys, but offensive line gets sacked again

LA Times  

During Thursday’s joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford scrambled to his left and threw a low pass near the goal line that was tipped twice. “Stop!” coach Sean McVay said he thought to himself when he saw Stafford pursue the airborne loose ball. McVay no doubt harked to last season at Dallas, when Stafford’s right thumb …

Rams hope they drafted a new defensive core in post-Donald era with FSU teammates Verse, Fiske
11 months ago

Rams hope they drafted a new defensive core in post-Donald era with FSU teammates Verse, Fiske

Associated Press  

HERMOSA BEACH, Calif. — Jared Verse was immediately handed a phone when he eluded Friday traffic and arrived at the opulent beach-adjacent home serving as the Los Angeles Rams’ temporary headquarters for the NFL draft. No way!” “How’s it going, J?” replied a teary-eyed Braden Fiske, Verse’s teammate last season on the Seminoles’ defensive front. It’s going to be a …

Rams make a rare first-round NFL draft pick, taking Florida State defensive end Jared Verse 19th
11 months ago

Rams make a rare first-round NFL draft pick, taking Florida State defensive end Jared Verse 19th

Associated Press  

HERMOSA BEACH, Calif. — The Los Angeles Rams went seven years without a first-round pick in the NFL draft, in part, because they felt urgency to make the most of Aaron Donald’s exceptional presence. After selecting Florida State defensive end Jared Verse with the 19th overall pick on Thursday night, the Rams hope he can help them ease into life …

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