Injuries affect Rams’ shaky offensive line; Coach Sean McVay wants Cam Akers to step up
2 years, 3 months ago

Injuries affect Rams’ shaky offensive line; Coach Sean McVay wants Cam Akers to step up

LA Times  

Rams receiver Tutu Atwell can’t hold on to the ball as Bills cornerback Taron Johnson defends Thursday night at SoFi Stadium. Rams center Brian Allen will be sidelined two to four weeks, rookie running back Kyren Williams six to eight weeks after undergoing surgery for injuries suffered during a 31-10 season-opening loss to the Buffalo Bills, coach Sean McVay said Friday. What else was learned from the Rams’ season opener: Running back Cam Akers needs more opportunities — and apparently more urgency Akers played 12 snaps. McVay might want to reconsider his preseason philosophy — if a legitimate Super Bowl contender is the first opponent You can’t really fault the Rams’ sixth-year coach for not playing starters in the preseason. The Rams, accustomed to an onslaught by a visiting team’s fans — see last season’s games against the San Francisco 49ers — anticipated a strong turnout from the Bills Mafia.

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Rams coach Sean McVay reveals who will be sitting out game against Seahawks
1 day, 11 hours ago

Rams coach Sean McVay reveals who will be sitting out game against Seahawks

LA Times  

Rams starting receiver Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp will not play against the Seahawks in the regular-season finale. With the Rams having clinched a playoff spot, quarterback Matthew Stafford, receivers Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua, running back Kyren Williams, left tackle Alaric Jackson and right guard Kevin Dotson will be held out of Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks at …

Rams playoff explainer: Here are the four teams they could face
5 days, 11 hours 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’ takeaways on win over Cardinals: Defensive backs keep making clutch plays
6 days, 11 hours ago

Rams’ takeaways on win over Cardinals: Defensive backs keep making clutch plays

LA Times  

Rams cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon runs up the sideline in celebration after his game-clinching interception against the Cardinals. After playing for the Rams in 2023, veteran cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon was an unsigned free agent at the start of the season. In September, with Tre’Davious White struggling and Darious Williams rehabilitating a hamstring injury, the Rams signed Witherspoon to the practice squad. …

Rams hold on to defeat Cardinals and move closer to NFC West crown
1 week ago

Rams hold on to defeat Cardinals and move closer to NFC West crown

LA Times  

The Rams’ Braden Fiske records one of his two first-half sacks of Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray. After 16 games it’s now hurry-up-and-wait for the Rams, who moved closer to clinching the NFC West title on Saturday with a 13-9 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in front of 73,051 at SoFi Stadium. The Rams, seeking a playoff berth for the sixth …

Rams vs. Arizona Cardinals: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
1 week, 1 day ago

Rams vs. Arizona Cardinals: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The Rams, riding a four-game winning streak, could be positioned to clinch the NFC West if they beat a Cardinals team that routed them 41-10 in Week 2. Against the Jets, Williams rushed for a season-best 122 yards and touchdown in 23 carries, the second time in as many games he eclipsed 100 yards rushing. Safeties Budda Baker and Jalen …

Rams have revenge, NFC West title in mind for Cardinals game Saturday
1 week, 1 day 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 don’t dominate, but they’re rolling toward the playoffs with superb complementary football
1 week, 4 days 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 …

Stafford’s TD pass after Rodgers’ turnover leads Rams past Jets 19-9
1 week, 5 days ago

Stafford’s TD pass after Rodgers’ turnover leads Rams past Jets 19-9

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matthew Stafford threw a go-ahead 11-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Higbee early in the fourth quarter after a turnover by Aaron Rodgers and the Los Angeles Rams beat the New York Jets 19-9 on Sunday for their fourth consecutive victory. New York had another chance to get the ball, but Jordan Whittington recovered Xavier Gipson’s muffed …

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

The Rams get 4 field goals to beat the 49ers 12-6 in a sloppy game

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Joshua Karty kicked four field goals and the Los Angeles Rams survived a slugfest a week after winning a shootout, beating the San Francisco 49ers 12-6 on Thursday night in a key game in the NFC West race. Four days after beating Josh Allen and Buffalo 44-42 in the NFL’s highest-scoring game of the season, the …

The Sports Report: Rams get the job done in gritty win over 49ers
3 weeks, 1 day ago

The Sports Report: Rams get the job done in gritty win over 49ers

LA Times  

Rams running back Kyren Williams celebrates during a 12-6 win over the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on Thursday night. Continue reading here Rams-49ers box score NFL standings ALSO: Rams’ grind-out win over 49ers is a step forward Enjoying this newsletter? Continue reading here KINGS From the Associated Press: Jack Hughes scored the go-ahead goal and …

Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The Rams have won two games in a row, are over.500 for the first time this season and, with three games against NFC West teams remaining, a playoff berth is within their sights. Two weeks ago, the injury-riddled San Francisco 49ers appeared as if they might be the Rams’ most favorable division matchup. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford passed for 320 …

Rams take big step toward playoffs by winning field-goal battle and sweeping 49ers
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Rams take big step toward playoffs by winning field-goal battle and sweeping 49ers

LA Times  

A 51-yard reception by Rams receiver Puka Nacua set up the deciding field goal in a win over the San Francisco 49ers. “Being able to do that, knowing how good of a team they are and knowing the history with the two organizations, it’s huge,” Kyren Williams said, “and it shows that we’re the big brothers now.” In September, the …

Allen sets NFL mark with 3 TD passes and 3 TD runs, but Stafford’s Rams hold off Bills 44-42
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Allen sets NFL mark with 3 TD passes and 3 TD runs, but Stafford’s Rams hold off Bills 44-42

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams had to pile up a veritable mountain of points, yards and time-of-possession advantage early on to give themselves even a chance against the Buffalo Bills’ ferocious fourth-quarter rally and a historic six-touchdown performance by Josh Allen. “But our guys made just enough plays to be able to come out on …

Rams make a statement by scoring 44 points to beat AFC powerhouse Bills
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rams make a statement by scoring 44 points to beat AFC powerhouse Bills

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua, left, scores a touchdown in front of Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard, bottom, and cornerback Taron Johnson in the fourth quarter of the Rams’ 44-42 win Sunday at SoFi Stadium. Running back Kyren Williams and receiver Puka Nacua each scored two touchdowns, Matthew Stafford passed for 320 yards, and special teams came up big as the …

Rams vs. Buffalo Bills: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
4 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Are Rams ankle-deep in trouble with impeded Matthew Stafford facing the Bills?
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Are Rams ankle-deep in trouble with impeded Matthew Stafford facing the Bills?

LA Times  

Despite a Rams victory, quarterback Matthew Stafford took quite a beating from Bryan Bresee and the Saints defense last week. Rams Matthew Stafford suffers lateral ankle sprain and Rams add former first-round pick Matthew Stafford suffers a lateral ankle sprain in the Rams’ victory over the Saints and the Rams add depth at cornerback with signing of former No. Rams …

Rams takeaways: Offense finally gets off ground behind running attack against Saints
1 month ago

Rams takeaways: Offense finally gets off ground behind running attack against Saints

LA Times  

The Rams’ Kyren Williams surpassed 100 yards rushing against the Saints. It was Williams’ first 100-yard rushing game since he ran for 102 yards in a Week 5 defeat to the Green Bay Packers. “I’ve got to continue to keep on the details,” he said, “continue to be who I am, continue to have fun with this game because I …

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

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

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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
1 month 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 …

The story behind Vikings RB Cam Akers’ emotional return from a second torn Achilles
1 month, 1 week ago

The story behind Vikings RB Cam Akers’ emotional return from a second torn Achilles

New York Times  

Some smiles are more significant than others, and this one fit the bill. “Hell, we were smiling, too,” said Akers’ father, Conni. “I’m … I’m trying to get to you as fast as I can.” Akers then called Conni, who had been watching the game at home in Clinton, Miss. Cam Akers missed nearly the entire 2021 regular season after …

Rams vs. Philadelphia Eagles: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
1 month, 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
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

Rams trying to work through first-quarter struggles, hope healthier O-line can help
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rams trying to work through first-quarter struggles, hope healthier O-line can help

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — If the Los Angeles Rams looked like an offense starting from scratch in their loss to Miami on Monday, it’s because, in a way, they were. The return of left guard Steve Avila from a a knee injury and center Jonah Jackson from a shoulder injury gave the Rams the interior offensive line they expected to start …

Rams’ abrupt offensive regression against Miami is concerning for their long-term playoff chances
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1 month, 3 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. …

Lack of consistency on offense biggest reason why Rams had 3-game winning streak snapped by Dolphins
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lack of consistency on offense biggest reason why Rams had 3-game winning streak snapped by Dolphins

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Sean McVay has been piecing together different lineup combinations due to the Los Angeles Rams’ injury woes throughout the regular season. The Rams had to settle for five field goals by Joshua Karty, marking the eighth time in McVay’s eight seasons as head coach they have failed to score an offensive touchdown. Then, ultimately, we weren’t able …

Tyreek Hill makes key TD catch, and the Dolphins hold off the Rams 23-15 to snap their 3-game skid
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tyreek Hill makes key TD catch, and the Dolphins hold off the Rams 23-15 to snap their 3-game skid

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Midway through a season of heartbreaking losses, major injuries and maddeningly inconsistent play, the Miami Dolphins mostly put it all together on Monday night. While their preseason Super Bowl aspirations are still in grave danger of slipping away, the Dolphins’ gritty 23-15 victory over the Los Angeles Rams demonstrated to Miami’s key players that they still might …

Rams are Monday night no-shows in loss to Dolphins
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rams are Monday night no-shows in loss to Dolphins

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford recovers a fumble after a high snap as the Dolphins’ Jordyn Brooks tackles the quarterback, one of many miscues that cost the Rams. “We shot ourselves in the foot a little bit.” Dolphins cornerback Kendall Fuller picks up a fumble by Kyren Williams as the Rams’ Puka Nacua, second from right, pursues. Miami’s Neil Farrell Jr. prevents Rams …

Rams takeaways: Offense needs more from Kyren Williams, defensive line shows sparks
1 month, 3 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 vs. Miami Dolphins: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rams vs. Miami Dolphins: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The Rams, coming off an overtime victory over the Seattle Seahawks, aim to increase their winning streak to four games. Quarterback Matthew Stafford has passed for six touchdowns in the last two games, including the game-winner to receiver Demarcus Robinson at Seattle. Monday night’s game could mark the return of interior offensive linemen Jonah Jackson and Steve Avila, who have …

Dolphins score on opening drive and mistake-prone Rams can never catch them
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dolphins score on opening drive and mistake-prone Rams can never catch them

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The Dolphins’ Malik Washington dives past Rams safety Kamren Kinchens for a touchdown on the opening drive. “Frustration,” he said, “just like everybody else.” Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is sacked by Rams linebacker Jared Verse. On a night when former Rams star lineman Aaron Donald watched from a luxury box, the Rams pressured Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. “We executed well,” …

Jalen Ramsey’s L.A. impact is still championed by Rams preparing to face Dolphins
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jalen Ramsey’s L.A. impact is still championed by Rams preparing to face Dolphins

LA Times  

Jalen Ramsey, introduced as a Ram before an NFC championship game against the 49ers in 2022, has left his mark in Los Angeles with players and fans. “Hopefully, that won’t be the case on Monday night.” Ramsey, 30, is the NFL’s top-paid cornerback, a status he first achieved with the Rams. I literally have nothing bad to say about L.A. …

Rams offense set to get long-awaited boost against Dolphins on Monday
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rams offense set to get long-awaited boost against Dolphins on Monday

LA Times  

Rams offensive linemen Jonah Jackson and Steve Avila are expected to play Monday night against the Miami Dolphins at SoFi Stadium. Interior linemen Jonah Jackson and Steve Avila, sidelined since suffering injuries in the season opener against the Detroit Lions, are expected to play Monday night against the Miami Dolphins, McVay said Saturday. Joe Noteboom, who can play guard or …

Not all is in line for the Rams as Joe Noteboom returns and Rob Havenstein goes out
2 months ago

Not all is in line for the Rams as Joe Noteboom returns and Rob Havenstein goes out

LA Times  

Offensive lineman Joe Noteboom should be back after being carted off with an ankle injury in the season opener, which is good news for the Rams, who will be without starting tackle Rob Havenstein next Monday night against the Miami Dolphins. Veteran right tackle Rob Havenstein, who left the Rams’ victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday because of an …

Rams’ NFC West win over Seattle shows vet leaders such as Cooper Kupp can’t be spared
2 months ago

Rams’ NFC West win over Seattle shows vet leaders such as Cooper Kupp can’t be spared

LA Times  

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp runs after one of his 11 catches for 104 yards against the Seattle Seahawks. With the trade deadline approaching Tuesday, the Rams need to lean on their never-waver wire, guys such as Matthew Stafford and Demarcus Robinson — who combined for the winning touchdown in overtime — and Cooper Kupp making a key block to give …

Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
2 months ago

Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

After defeating the Minnesota Vikings on Oct. 24, the Rams were energized heading into their NFC West matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The return of Rams receivers Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua against the Vikings sparked the entire team and fueled confidence that the Rams can win the division. The Seahawks started the season 3-0 under first-year coach Mike Macdonald, …

As trade deadline approaches, Rams start dealing with Tre’Davious White
2 months, 1 week ago

As trade deadline approaches, Rams start dealing with Tre’Davious White

LA Times  

Rams cornerback Tre’Davious White has not played in weeks and could be headed elsewhere before the Nov. 5 trade deadline. “In fairness to him, he was playing a lot more snaps than we anticipated because of injuries at that spot.” So the Rams are giving White, “an opportunity to see if there’s a better situation that he deems appropriate for …

Rams Rejuvenated: McVay's Back-to-Back Thrills Suggest Staying with the Stars
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2 months, 1 week 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 …

Rams’ Sean McVay on Cooper Kupp trade rumors: ‘Not a move that we want to make’
2 months, 1 week ago

Rams’ Sean McVay on Cooper Kupp trade rumors: ‘Not a move that we want to make’

LA Times  

The Rams’ Matthew Stafford congratulates Cooper Kupp after the two connected for a touchdown pass against the Vikings. “That’s not a move that we want to make,” McVay said Friday during a video conference with reporters. Kupp, who sat out four games because of an ankle injury, spent the days leading up to the game tuning out buzz that the …

Rams Force 4 Turnovers and Hold Off Raiders 20-15 in Thrilling Showdown
2 months, 2 weeks 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 vs. Las Vegas Raiders: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams vs. Las Vegas Raiders: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The 1-4 Rams aim to repeat last season’s feat, when they came out of an off week and turned around their season en route to a playoff berth. Star receiver Cooper Kupp practiced this week and appeared on track to return from an ankle injury that has sidelined him for three games. Offensive lineman Joe Noteboom, who was limited this …

Rams’ urgency ahead of Raiders game: Only four 1-5 NFL teams have made playoffs
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Matthew Stafford asked if Week 6 off is a help to Rams: ‘I don’t know. We’ll see.’
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Matthew Stafford asked if Week 6 off is a help to Rams: ‘I don’t know. We’ll see.’

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay and quarterback Matthew Stafford need to produce more points to support a young, growing defense. Rams Rams have hopes Cooper Kupp will return and Matthew Stafford’s sore back heals Rams have been hoping Cooper Kupp could return from injury in Week 7 but can’t say for sure as Matthew Stafford rests his sore back during the …

Rams’ youth shows in loss to Packers and they’ll need to grow up fast to save season
2 months, 4 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 takeaways: Defense makes points but not enough for offense in loss to Packers
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Rams takeaways: Defense makes points but not enough for offense in loss to Packers

LA Times  

Rams safety Jaylen McCollough runs into the end zone after intercepting a pass by the Packers’ Jordan Love. Safety Jaylen McCollough intercepted a pass and returned it four yards for a touchdown. The play developed after edge rusher Byron Young hit Packers quarterback Jordan Love, putting him in danger of being sacked in the end zone for a safety. Packers …

Rams head into their bye week planted firmly in their own way
2 months, 4 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 …

As Rams slip up against Packers in another close game, is season slipping away?
2 months, 4 weeks ago

As Rams slip up against Packers in another close game, is season slipping away?

LA Times  

It’s going to be a long week for the Rams. “Every season is going to write its own story,” he said, “and it’s a long, long season.” The off week is coming at the right time “if we use it right,” said running back Kyren Williams, who rushed for 102 yards and a touchdown in 22 carries, but also lost …

Vulnerable Rams’ defense needs complete turnover to compete with Packers
3 months 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 …

Field goals aplenty, but Rams need red-zone offense to kick in: ‘It’s cost us so far’
3 months ago

Field goals aplenty, but Rams need red-zone offense to kick in: ‘It’s cost us so far’

LA Times  

The Bears’ Gervon Dexter Sr. tackles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford on Sunday. In the Rams’ 24-18 loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday, their first four drives ended with two field goals, a lost fumble and a missed field-goal attempt. “And that will be a big point of emphasis … because it’s cost us so far this year.” Fixing the …

Rams-Bears takeaways: Highlights but not enough touchdowns in loss to Chicago
3 months ago

Rams-Bears takeaways: Highlights but not enough touchdowns in loss to Chicago

LA Times  

Matthew Stafford had some success against the Bears, but could not get the Rams into the end zone enough. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford moved into 10th place on the NFL’s career passing yardage list. “It’s a humbling thing to be mentioned with a great player like Eli, who obviously had an outstanding career,” Stafford said. “I was a fan of …

No comeback this time as Bears’ defense stops Rams’ momentum
3 months ago

No comeback this time as Bears’ defense stops Rams’ momentum

LA Times  

The Rams’ Matthew Stafford barely gets off a pass under pressure from the Bears’ Austin Booker. “What an amazing traumatic turn of events from week to week,” Rams coach Sean McVay said, “and we just saw that.” McVay is becoming accustomed to experiencing trauma in Chicago. In 2018, during the Rams’ last trip to Soldier Field, the Rams managed only …

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