Rams’ opportunistic young defense has been key to their late-season surge, playoff win over Vikings
2 months, 1 week 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 27-9 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night. LA’s defense has held its past four opponents to fewer than 10 points when not resting its starters — and while that starting group isn’t overly impressive behind its promising front four, the group has shown an aptitude for making big plays within a series of smart game plans. The Philadelphia Eagles represent another step up in quality, particularly with the memory of Saquon Barkley’s 255-yard performance at SoFi Stadium two months ago still fresh in the Rams’ minds.

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Rams’ fumbles in the snow derail playoff upset bid in Philadelphia
2 months, 1 week ago

Rams’ fumbles in the snow derail playoff upset bid in Philadelphia

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Kyren Williams made a cut in the snow, then the Rams’ 1,200-yard rusher had the football pop loose on a clear — well, clear-ish — slick path snow-blown clean of a wintry mix. “We had two turnovers that don’t necessarily occur in different elements,” Rams coach Sean McVay said. The Rams got the ball back with two minutes …

Rams more concerned with Saquon Barkley and Eagles’ versatile offense than bad weather
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2 months, 1 week ago

Rams more concerned with Saquon Barkley and Eagles’ versatile offense than bad weather

LA Times  

The Rams not only have to deal with the Eagles’ Saquon Barkley but also the running of quarterback Jalen Hurts. “We can’t simulate what that weather is like out here,” McVay said Friday after practice, “but that’s not going to be an excuse for us to not be locked in.” When it comes to adjustments, the biggest will be how …

Rams to have ‘sense of urgency’ in slowing Saquon Barkley, Eagles
2 months, 1 week ago

Rams to have ‘sense of urgency’ in slowing Saquon Barkley, Eagles

LA Times  

Safety Quentin Lake and his Rams teammates know a key to beating the Eagles is trying to contain running back Saquon Barkley. “When you have humbling experiences, with the right kinds of people, those are where the real growth exist,” McVay said Tuesday during a video conference with reporters, adding, “A lot of the scars that we’ve had as a …

Rams’ young ascending defense shows Vikings it has come of age, but can it slow Eagles?
2 months, 1 week 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 …

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 …

Rams hope a week off will allow their sluggish offense to get rolling in the playoffs
2 months, 2 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 coach Sean McVay reveals who will be sitting out game against Seahawks
2 months, 3 weeks 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’ offense is struggling, but the defense has put LA on the brink of an NFC West title
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Rams close to clinching as defense, Ahkello Witherspoon stay level for unlikely 10th win
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams close to clinching as defense, Ahkello Witherspoon stay level for unlikely 10th win

New York Times  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — At some point, “winning ugly” or “winning weird” or “winning despite a 13th first quarter without a touchdown in 16 games” is not going to work. “But we will look at it with a critical eye and say, ‘What does it really look like to play complete football?’ ” The Rams can potentially clinch the NFC West …

Rams’ defense focused on wrapping up the Saints after getting burned by the Eagles
3 months, 3 weeks 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
3 months, 3 weeks 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
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3 months, 3 weeks 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’ talented defensive line faces extra challenge in running ability of Eagles QB Jalen Hurts
4 months ago

Rams’ talented defensive line faces extra challenge in running ability of Eagles QB Jalen Hurts

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — “Earning the right to pass rush” is the mantra of just about every defensive lineman and coach. “It’s like it is any week,” Los Angeles defensive coordinator Chris Shula said. “When you’re used to a quarterback that maybe won’t be used too much in the run game, then they’re not able to gain an extra hat.” Under …

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

How Rams’ young ‘5-headed monster’ changed course ahead of toughest test yet
4 months ago

How Rams’ young ‘5-headed monster’ changed course ahead of toughest test yet

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — Defensive line coach Giff Smith didn’t sugarcoat anything. GO DEEPER How the grandson of NFL royalty made his own way “When Joe first came in, his rush meetings he’d be like, ‘This is their protection, this is Jet Pro, this is Scat Pro.’ Everybody would be like, ‘OK, OK. Get to the good stuff, how they block …

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 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 …

Rams Force 4 Turnovers and Hold Off Raiders 20-15 in Thrilling Showdown
5 months 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’ youth shows in loss to Packers and they’ll need to grow up fast to save season
5 months, 2 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. …

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 …

No comeback this time as Bears’ defense stops Rams’ momentum
5 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 expect time together will be beneficial to reconfigured offensive line
6 months ago

Rams expect time together will be beneficial to reconfigured offensive line

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — With a win under their belt and no new injuries to account for, the Los Angeles Rams can focus on getting better instead of trying to make sure things don’t get any worse. They have three of their projected starters — left tackle Alaric Jackson, right guard Kevin Dotson and right tackle Rob Havenstein — back in …

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 …

Rams are already besieged by injuries after otherwise encouraging effort in season-opening defeat
6 months, 2 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.
6 months, 3 weeks 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’ Aaron Donald is officially done and troubled defense is officially short-handed
8 months ago

Rams’ Aaron Donald is officially done and troubled defense is officially short-handed

LA Times  

New Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula has his hands full because of training camp injuries. It’s been four months since Aaron Donald announced his retirement but the official transaction was not completed until Friday when the Rams placed the future Hall of Famer on the NFL’s reserve/retired list. “But obviously, we’re moving forward with the guys we have here and …

Rams add former Eagles, Bears defensive coordinator Sean Desai to Sean McVay’s coaching staff
1 year ago

Rams add former Eagles, Bears defensive coordinator Sean Desai to Sean McVay’s coaching staff

Associated Press  

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Former NFL defensive coordinator Sean Desai joined the Los Angeles Rams’ coaching staff as a senior assistant on Friday. Schluplinski was the Raiders’ tight ends coach last season, and he won three Super Bowl rings during a six-year stint on the New England Patriots’ coaching staff. Desai and Schluplinski are the eighth and ninth new coaches …

Chris Shula, the grandson of Don Shula, will be the Rams’ new defensive coordinator, AP source says
1 year, 1 month ago

Chris Shula, the grandson of Don Shula, will be the Rams’ new defensive coordinator, AP source says

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Chris Shula, the grandson of Hall of Fame coach Don Shula, will be the Los Angeles Rams’ new defensive coordinator, according to a person with knowledge of the decision. Chris Shula replaces Super Bowl-winning defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, who was hired as the Atlanta Falcons’ head coach. Chris Shula and Sean McVay played together at Miami of …

Letters to Sports: Respect for Rams, and a few requests from readers
1 year, 2 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 …

Rebuilt Rams remind Sean McVay of team that was bound for Super Bowl
1 year, 2 months ago

Rebuilt Rams remind Sean McVay of team that was bound for Super Bowl

LA Times  

Rams coach Sean McVay is pleased with how the team has been assembled and is very optimistic about next season. “We’ve got a lot of continuity coming back,” McVay said, “and we’ll have a lot of resources relative to draft capital and even just some flexibility to be able to add some players or re-sign some that wasn’t afforded to …

Surprising Rams roll into playoffs with momentum from 7 wins in 8 games since their bye week
1 year, 2 months ago

Surprising Rams roll into playoffs with momentum from 7 wins in 8 games since their bye week

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Not many teams are heading into the postseason playing better football than the Los Angeles Rams, who have won seven of eight since their bye week to earn a history-rich playoff showdown in Detroit. And while momentum doesn’t always mean much in the playoff cauldron, the Rams finished out their regular season at a level that showed …

LA Rams rookie sensations Kobie Turner, Byron Young chase sacks and history together
1 year, 2 months ago

LA Rams rookie sensations Kobie Turner, Byron Young chase sacks and history together

Associated Press  

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Kobie Turner and Byron Young trained together for months before the Los Angeles Rams drafted them 12 picks apart in the third round. It’s kind of crazy how all this is falling together.” Their competition for the rookie sacks title is decidedly friendly: Turner leads all rookies with nine sacks after racking up 2 1/2 last …

The Rams’ season has been a teaching moment for Sean McVay, and his students are acing this class
1 year, 2 months ago

The Rams’ season has been a teaching moment for Sean McVay, and his students are acing this class

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Behind his precocious success, his Super Bowl ring and his hair gel, Sean McVay is a teacher at heart. With six wins in their last seven games culminating in a 26-25 victory over the Giants, the Rams have risen from the depths of a 3-6 start to claim their sixth winning regular-season record and fifth playoff berth …

Sean McVay says Rams ‘have focused on what they can control’
1 year, 3 months 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 …

Rams coach Sean McVay says replacing placekicker not in current plans
1 year, 3 months ago

Rams coach Sean McVay says replacing placekicker not in current plans

LA Times  

The Rams, perhaps more than any other NFL team, benefited from their off week this season. The Rams, however, will not bring in another kicker to compete with or replace Havrisik, coach Sean McVay said Friday during a video conference with reporters. “I know the kicker is the one that everybody wants to kind of pin on, ‘Oh, it’s a …

Worth repeating: Rams’ first winning streak since 2022 has them in playoff picture
1 year, 4 months ago

Worth repeating: Rams’ first winning streak since 2022 has them in playoff picture

LA Times  

Sean McVay’s Rams are 4-1 in the NFC West so far, having swept the Seattle Seahawks and the Arizona Cardinals. But by defeating the Seattle Seahawks and the Arizona Cardinals, the Rams achieved back-to-back victories for the first time since September of the 2022 season, when they defeated the Atlanta Falcons and the Cardinals. “It’s definitely a little bit different …

Rams falling out of playoff contention with a 3-game skid and Matthew Stafford’s absence
1 year, 4 months ago

Rams falling out of playoff contention with a 3-game skid and Matthew Stafford’s absence

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — When the Los Angeles Rams got out to a 3-3 start even after gutting their roster in the offseason, Sean McVay appeared to be working another year of coaching magic. Los Angeles already knew it didn’t have enough talent to contend for a title, but now it appears the Rams have run out of ways to outwit …

Injuries for RBs Kyren Williams, Ronnie Rivers put damper on Rams’ breakthrough ground game
1 year, 5 months ago

Injuries for RBs Kyren Williams, Ronnie Rivers put damper on Rams’ breakthrough ground game

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Rams running backs Kyren Williams and Ronnie Rivers are likely to miss games after getting hurt late in Los Angeles’ 26-9 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. The initial prognosis looks like it’s going to be challenging for those guys in the immediate future.” The Rams, who traded away running back Cam Akers last month, could be relying …

NFL roundtable: Can Rams make run behind offense? Impending Chargers doom in K.C.?
1 year, 5 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, 5 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 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 …

Rams show promise with breakout performances by Nacua and Williams in loss to Niners
1 year, 6 months ago

Rams show promise with breakout performances by Nacua and Williams in loss to Niners

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams are clearly facing many weeks and months of work before they’re a Super Bowl contender again. Rookie receiver Puka Nacua, second-year running back Kyren Williams and third-year wideout Tutu Atwell led the way in a 386-yard effort by Matthew Stafford’s offense, which was only a couple of mistakes away from hanging with powerhouse …

3 Rams things: Young WRs are for real, developing toughness, self-inflicted mistakes
1 year, 6 months ago

3 Rams things: Young WRs are for real, developing toughness, self-inflicted mistakes

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Rams vs. Bengals on Monday Night Football INGLEWOOD, Calif. — In a Los Angeles Rams season that will be unpredictable, at times chaotic and always interesting, we’re going to learn a lot about the young and older players each week. Quarterback Matthew Stafford also let it slip that Nacua is “early in the progression” …

Matthew Stafford and the Rams no longer look like rebuilding pushovers after Week 1
1 year, 6 months ago

Matthew Stafford and the Rams no longer look like rebuilding pushovers after Week 1

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The Rams’ commanding victory at Seattle in their season opener was unexpected to just about everybody outside Los Angeles’ locker room. “It was truly a reflection of good team football, and it’s what we want to see going forward.” Those positives might be enough to keep Los Angeles competitive in the NFC West this season, even if …

Roundtable: Can the Rams surprise again vs. the 49ers? Will the Chargers’ defense rebound?
1 year, 6 months ago

Roundtable: Can the Rams surprise again vs. the 49ers? Will the Chargers’ defense rebound?

LA Times  

According to the betting lines, the Rams pulled an upset in Week 1 of the NFL season with a road win over the Seahawks in Seattle. Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller, and columnists Helene Elliott and Dylan Hernández discuss what happened and upcoming prospects: What was the most surprising aspect of the Rams’ upset victory …

Thinned by roster turnover, the Rams open against the Seahawks and their playoff aspirations
1 year, 6 months ago

Thinned by roster turnover, the Rams open against the Seahawks and their playoff aspirations

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — When last season began, the Los Angeles Rams were the defending Super Bowl champions with aspirations of getting back there again. The Seahawks started last season expected to be among the worst teams in the league, with evaluators having zero confidence in Geno Smith’s ability to be a successful starting quarterback. While the Rams will have a significantly …

As Rams overhauled roster, Sean McVay overhauled coaches, practices, scheme and self
1 year, 6 months ago

As Rams overhauled roster, Sean McVay overhauled coaches, practices, scheme and self

New York Times  

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — In the middle of a late-afternoon practice in August, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay signaled to cut off the music booming from the sideline speakers, and for his team to surround him in the middle of the field. “ ‘Pick your a– up,’ ” stuff like that,” veteran right tackle Rob Havenstein said of …

‘Through the fire’: As Rams secondary develops, will youth affect philosophy?
1 year, 6 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, …

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