Don’t rush to judge defense. Rams need to stop playing from behind
3 years ago

Don’t rush to judge defense. Rams need to stop playing from behind

LA Times  

The Rams have not been able to consistently pressure the opposing quarterback, even after the addition of Von Miller. The Rams’ pass rush is coming together, and it will be the overwhelming force it was anticipated to be when the team added Von Miller to a front that included Aaron Donald and Leonard Floyd. “When you get people into they’re playing from behind, they become one-dimensional — unfortunately like we’ve had to become in these last few games.” The Rams already had a star-studded team before they acquired Miller on the eve of the NFL trade deadline, and then signed receiver Odell Beckham Jr. It’s time for us to get even tighter and make this push toward the playoffs.” Unlike when they faced Rodgers and veteran 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo the previous two games, the Rams face rookie Trevor Lawrence on Sunday. “It’s going to hit for us one of these games,” Miller said of the Rams.

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Bills defense out to prove against high-scoring Lions that it’s better than its dud vs. Rams
1 week, 4 days ago

Bills defense out to prove against high-scoring Lions that it’s better than its dud vs. Rams

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Cornerback Taron Johnson is still agitated over the dud the Buffalo Bills defense produced in giving up season worsts in points and yards, while melting down on third down in a loss to the Los Angeles Rams last weekend. “We can’t wait to play Sunday just to prove people wrong and prove to ourselves that how …

Rams takeaways: Offense finally gets off ground behind running attack against Saints
3 weeks 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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3 weeks, 1 day 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
3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

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

Rams’ abrupt offensive regression against Miami is concerning for their long-term playoff chances
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1 month, 1 week 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
1 month, 1 week 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 head into their bye week planted firmly in their own way
2 months, 2 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, 2 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
2 months, 2 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 …

No comeback this time as Bears’ defense stops Rams’ momentum
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Rams look better in joint practice with Cowboys, but offensive line gets sacked again
4 months, 2 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 …

Letters to Sports: Respect for Rams, and a few requests from readers
11 months ago

Letters to Sports: Respect for Rams, and a few requests from readers

LA Times  

The Rams have nothing to be ashamed of for losing to Detroit in the playoffs. Rodger Hargear Los Angeles :: Well, as Gary Klein writes, both quarterbacks played well in this wild-card game, and both teams left their best efforts on the field. Chet Chebegia San Marcos :: The Rams offense played well enough in the wild-card game, but it’s …

49ers and Rams turn to some reserves headed into low-impact finale
11 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers and Rams turn to some reserves headed into low-impact finale

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Figuring out how many players he can rest for the playoffs while still fielding a team in a meaningless Week 18 game is a new challenge for San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan. Just this time of year, it allows guys to get a little fresher and stuff, which what you don’t want is two off …

Sean McVay says Rams ‘have focused on what they can control’
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Sean McVay says Rams ‘have focused on what they can control’

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay says his players have done what they needed to do in moving back into playoff position because “they have focused on what they can control.” With his team enjoying something of a mini-bye, Sean McVay was not unlike millions who spent much of the holiday weekend watching NFL football. Though the Rams coach is focused on …

Look who’s in playoff hunt after Rams’ Week 13 win over the Browns
1 year ago

Look who’s in playoff hunt after Rams’ Week 13 win over the Browns

LA Times  

The Rams’ Puka Nacua breaks into the secondary against the Cleveland Browns for a 70-yard touchdown. “You’ve got to prove it every week,” Stafford, who passed for three touchdowns, said when asked if it felt as if the Rams were in the midst of a playoff push. “We’re just worried about the next ‘W’ right now,” said rookie nose tackle …

Rams vs. Browns matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction
1 year ago

Rams vs. Browns matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times  

The Rams need Cooper Kupp back in form if they hope to make a run for a playoff spot. Quarterback Matthew Stafford said he is not fully recovered from a right thumb injury he suffered a month ago in Dallas, but he looked sharp last Sunday in a 37-14 win over Arizona, passing for four touchdowns with one interception. Williams …

Rams running game gets a boost with return of Kyren Williams
1 year ago

Rams running game gets a boost with return of Kyren Williams

LA Times  

The Rams offense under Sean McVay historically is at its best when an effective rushing attack creates play-action passing opportunities. So the return of running back Kyren Williams, and receiver Cooper Kupp’s perseverance to play through an ankle injury should provide the Rams with a boost Sunday when they play the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. …

Rodrigue: Bleak day for Rams leads to bigger questions about short and long term
1 year, 1 month ago

Rodrigue: Bleak day for Rams leads to bigger questions about short and long term

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the Ravens vs Rams in NFL Week 14 action. “It’s tough to say how I feel right now,” he said after the game, “because I did really feel like I had a great week of practice. Sunday night, Rypien pulled back the curtain a little bit when he said he had a good idea …

Who’s going to start for Rams at running back and corner? Here are the choices...
1 year, 2 months ago

Who’s going to start for Rams at running back and corner? Here are the choices...

LA Times  

Zach Evans runs against the Raiders in the preseason. “It’s my preparation,” he said, adding, “just listening, taking notes and going out and pushing each other.” Henderson is back with the Rams after being waived by the team last November. “When he’s played, he’s been really productive,” McVay said, adding, “He’s never been afraid to stick his face on people …

NFL roundtable: Can Rams make run behind offense? Impending Chargers doom in K.C.?
1 year, 2 months ago

NFL roundtable: Can Rams make run behind offense? Impending Chargers doom in K.C.?

LA Times  

The Rams remembered in the second half that they were permitted to run the ball and rallied to beat the Arizona Cardinals, 26-9. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, NFL columnist Sam Farmer, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller and columnist Dylan Hernandez discuss what happened and upcoming prospects: Kyren Williams has made a bigger impact than many expected, …

Rams-Cardinals takeaways: Sean McVay reminded run game can’t be passed by
1 year, 2 months ago

Rams-Cardinals takeaways: Sean McVay reminded run game can’t be passed by

LA Times  

The Rams’ Kyren Williams tries to runs through the tackle of the Cardinals Dante Stills. We already knew this, or at least got a major hint, a few weeks ago when Williams rushed for 103 yards in 25 carries against the Indianapolis Colts. Rams Kyren Williams helps Rams run over Cardinals with second-half rally After having just two carries in …

Rams roundtable: Better than expected but will that show in win column?
1 year, 2 months ago

Rams roundtable: Better than expected but will that show in win column?

LA Times  

Unable to score in the second half, the Rams lost at home to the Philadelphia Eagles, 23-14. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, NFL columnist Sam Farmer and columnist Helene Elliott discuss what happened and upcoming prospects: Do you feel better or worse about the Rams’ season prospects after their loss to the defending NFC champion Eagles? Klein: …

‘Through the fire’: As Rams secondary develops, will youth affect philosophy?
1 year, 3 months ago

‘Through the fire’: As Rams secondary develops, will youth affect philosophy?

New York Times  

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — In a split second, Los Angeles Rams cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon jumped, then stretched out an arm to swat away a football hurtling toward the outstretched arms of Las Vegas Raiders star receiver Davante Adams. “But if you can find out who can play those harder downs, you’ll know who can play the easy ones.” In 2021, …

Rams host Raiders: Byron Young’s best days yet and more from joint practice
1 year, 4 months ago

Rams host Raiders: Byron Young’s best days yet and more from joint practice

New York Times  

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Midway through training camp, Los Angeles Rams rookie outside linebacker Byron Young moved into the starting defensive rotation. Young played a little more than 20 snaps in the Rams’ first preseason game Saturday, which was “strategic,” said defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, who wanted to assess Young’s situational awareness when he was tired. “When he was tired, …

Rams can’t fall further, so now they find out who they’ll really be: Rodrigue
2 years ago

Rams can’t fall further, so now they find out who they’ll really be: Rodrigue

New York Times  

— In offensive group meetings this week, Rams head coach Sean McVay asked his players, “what did you want to do when you grew up?” Most of them answered instantly: “Play professional football.” McVay’s point was understood. “No matter what … keep playing.” The Rams are currently without their starting quarterback, their top two receivers, their top run-stuffing defensive tackle, …

Rams-Saints takeaways: As defense keeps slipping, does Matthew Stafford need replacing?
2 years, 1 month ago

Rams-Saints takeaways: As defense keeps slipping, does Matthew Stafford need replacing?

LA Times  

The versatile Taysom Hill frustrated the Rams’ defense with his running and passing abilities in the New Orleans Saints’ 27-20 win Sunday. “They did a great job picking me up.” Tutu Atwell can catch a deep pass: Atwell, a second-round draft pick in 2021, scored the first touchdown of his career when he hauled in a 62-yard pass from Stafford …

Rams get a much-needed morale boost with win over Panthers heading into off week
2 years, 2 months ago

Rams get a much-needed morale boost with win over Panthers heading into off week

LA Times  

Walker is sacked by Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey, who has both of his career sacks this season. “And it felt even better to get the win before the bye week.” Rams receiver Ben Skowronek leaps into the end zone for a touchdown run against Carolina in the third quarter.) “It will be good way to be able to try to …

Dominant D puts Cowboys past Rams 22-10 for 4th straight win
2 years, 2 months ago

Dominant D puts Cowboys past Rams 22-10 for 4th straight win

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — On the Rams’ third offensive play, Dallas’ Dorance Armstrong bashed through their offensive line and hit Matthew Stafford. “When the ball came out and it hit my feet, I was like, ‘This can’t be true.’ When I turned around and I didn’t feel nobody around me, I was like, ‘This is real!’” The Cowboys’ impressive start to …

It might be time for Rams offense to hit the ground running
2 years, 2 months ago

It might be time for Rams offense to hit the ground running

LA Times  

Darrell Henderson Jr. and the other Rams running backs might be key to getting the team’s offense in gear this week against Dallas. Coach Sean McVay’s offense has always been most effective — and entertaining — when the rushing game created play-action opportunities for the quarterback, whether it was Jared Goff or Matthew Stafford. The Rams can take pressure off …

Rams left reeling as regular-season slide against 49ers continues in loss
2 years, 2 months ago

Rams left reeling as regular-season slide against 49ers continues in loss

LA Times  

From Super Bowl champions to super average. “However you want to cut it,” coach Sean McVay said, “we have to be better collectively.” It marked the Rams’ seventh consecutive regular-season loss to the 49ers — the fourth in a row at Levi’s Stadium — dropping the Rams’ record to 2-2 overall and 1-1 in the NFC West. “We say that …

Rams’ offense still disturbingly hot and cold in lukewarm win over Cardinals
2 years, 2 months ago

Rams’ offense still disturbingly hot and cold in lukewarm win over Cardinals

LA Times  

Cardinals defensive end Zach Allen tackles Rams running back Cam Akers, who fumbled near the end zone with a chance to put the game away in the fourth quarter. “It was a strange game,” said Rams coach Sean McVay, whose team held on for a 20-12 victory despite squandering three would-be touchdowns. “To keep them out of the end zone …

Rams begin Super Bowl title defense with blowout loss to Bills
2 years, 3 months ago

Rams begin Super Bowl title defense with blowout loss to Bills

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford sits on the ground as Bills edge rusher Von Miller celebrates one of his two sacks. The Rams, tipsy after their Super Bowl victory last February, proclaimed to the world their desire and intent to “run it back.” Seven months later, after a season-opening 31-10 defeat by the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night at SoFi Stadium, …

On five-game skid against 49ers, Rams need to put their minds over turnover matters
2 years, 11 months ago

On five-game skid against 49ers, Rams need to put their minds over turnover matters

LA Times  

He is one of Sean McVay’s good friends. “It’s all about these four quarters.” San Francisco 4tight end George Kittle celebrates against the Rams in November, when the 49ers won handily, 31-10. “We can’t do that.” Whitworth said the Rams are playing well and he expects that to continue Sunday. “You’ve got to play well in those games,” he said, …

Rams’ win at Seattle a frenetic tale of 2 halves, where injuries to key players remain a concern: The Pile
3 years, 2 months ago

Rams’ win at Seattle a frenetic tale of 2 halves, where injuries to key players remain a concern: The Pile

New York Times  

SEATTLE — The Rams won a first-half ugly, nail-biter of game against Seattle on Thursday night, in which the yards piled high and no finger was safe. The Rams opened Thursday night’s game without a touchdown for a second consecutive game on their first series, and their first-half possession chart reads poorly: punt, punt, interception, punt, field goal … end …

Rams’ ‘running back by committee’ finally emerges — where does it go from here?
4 years, 1 month ago

Rams’ ‘running back by committee’ finally emerges — where does it go from here?

New York Times  

Fantasy football owners, avert your eyes. During the Rams’ 23-16 win over Seattle on Sunday, we finally got a look at what head coach Sean McVay and running backs coach Thomas Brown meant when they said in the offseason that they would operate in a “running back by committee”. It included a near-even distribution of touches for all three backs, …

Rams position battles: Will Malcolm Brown carry the running game?
4 years, 4 months ago

Rams position battles: Will Malcolm Brown carry the running game?

LA Times  

Rams running back Malcolm Brown, center, is congratulated by Austin Blythe, right, and Robert Woods after scoring against the Carolina Panthers last season. But new defensive coordinator Brandon Staley said this week that coaches will have “plenty of time” to evaluate players. At the outset of training camp, McVay said the staff was eager to see how the running back …

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