Wow. Doug Martin just passed away. I remember when he was drafted in the first round. Only thirty-six years old.

I've been a Rams supporter since 1984. I went to my first game in 1985, a 6-0 pre-season win over the Houston Oilers in Anaheim, and I went to my second game the following year, a 7-0 loss to the Saints. I know, seriously, two games, and I only saw 13 points.
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Since then, I've seen the Rams play about 20 times, including the game against Denver at the old Wembley Stadium in 1987. But my last game was the final game at the Coliseum, when we beat the Cowboys in the playoffs in 2018.

I was hoping to get to S-Fi this season, but alas, circumstances made that impossible. So, I was beyond stoked to see the Rams coming to Wembley after missing the games they played here a few years ago because I was living in Florida.

The walk-up Olympic way, and seeing so many Rams fans, probably outnumbering the Jags 10 to 1 (at least when it came to wearing colours), was a buzz.

I forgot to drop my water bottle off prior to going through security. The guy said to me, "It's fine to take the water bottle, you just can't take the cap." So I unscrewed the cap and, without thinking about it, put it in my pocket. He then waved us through. Brilliant security.

We were about 90 minutes before kickoff, but we went and took our seats just to have a look at the stadium.

I've only ever been to the new Wembley once, and that resulted in my football team, Derby, losing to Aston Villa in the playoff final. So I didn't have happy memories. The fact that I was at the same end made things even more ominous.

I'd taken a pair of binoculars with me and watched Karty taking kicks 20 minutes before kickoff.

Man, he kicks the ball low, even when practising, and I’m not surprised he's had a couple blocked this season. He did nail one from 60 yards, but it would have never got over any decent special teams, and he missed from 52 yards.

Jeez, I thought, I hope we don't need him to win the game. As it turned out, McVay obviously agreed and Karty only saw the field for extra points.

It turned out fine against the Jags, but this is a genuine concern if the Rams are to go deep in the playoffs. Kickers make the difference between winning and losing a game several times a season. I'd like to see the Rams give up a fourth or a fifth for a reliable kicker from a team that doesn't look likely to make the playoffs.

Anyway, back to the game.

I knew the stadium hadn't sold out, and I think it's the first game here that hasn't sold the full allocation. But even so, by 2:30 p.m., there were very few spare seats and the atmosphere was comparable to an NFL game.

Just before kick-off, the guy to the side of me wearing a Seahawks jersey asked me how the D was without Aaron Donald.

I replied that it may be better because of the players we have drafted since he left.

And better it was because they fucking dominated the first half.

With McVay and Stafford, we take the O for granted.

But man, this D is almost as exciting now because they just swarm, and they are freakin' fast. It seems incredible now that we could lose one of the greatest defenders to have ever played the game, but not lose a step.

Cap permitting, they are going to be a force for quite a long time fellas!

The Rams were on fire from the kickoff and romped away.

We were right in line with the goal line at the end the Rams were attacking in the first quarter, so we had a brilliant view of Mumpfield's first NFL touchdown and Adams's great catch for his first of the day.

With the latter, I just happened to be recording the video on my phone, but got so excited when I saw the pass going his way that it looks like a sugared-up kid on a trampoline was recording it.

Each time the Rams scored, Helen (my wife) and I jumped up, and I high-fived the guy sitting behind me in a Rams jersey.

Fair play to him, because I got a couple of high fives from the Seahawks fan sitting to my left. He was disappointed but very complimentary of the Rams and thought they would run away with the division. I'm not sure about that. I think their win over Houston suggests they're better than he thinks.

After the Rams went 14-0 up, the atmosphere in the stadium just died, and it felt more like a preseason game.

My guess is that even though I didn't see many fans in Jags colours for a 'home' game, most of the supporters following other teams have the Jags as their second team because they brand them as London's team.

I can never quite understand having second teams, as I'd quit the sport, or move to College ball if the Rams ceased to exist, but that's just me.

By halfway through the third quarter, the game was over, the stadium was starting to quickly empty, and what little atmosphere remained evaporated.

I was used to leaving Rams games (even on the raod) with shouts of "Whose house? Rams house!” But there was none of that, and leaving Wembley was more like we were in a funeral procession with the occasional high-five and broad smile from a relative who clearly hated the deceased as much as I did.

After claiming London records for Stafford and Adams, the Rams headed home having spent fewer hours in London than points the put on the board. That may have been a gamble by Sneed and McVay, but it paid off. It seems that those two are pretty good at gambling.

I have to confess, I was really disappointed with the atmosphere at Wembley. I feel bad for neutrals or anybody who attended a game for the first time and didn't support the Rams. Maybe two games in London is one too many now?

But in the final analysis, we won, and that's all I fucking care about!

Go Rams!

Good day fellow Rams and Rammettes!

I was just looking at the MVP odds on Vegas Insider, and it's great to see our guy getting some respect. Stafford is currently the 5th most likely player to win the award, with odds between +1000 and +1300.

Here's how the top of the list looks with their consensus odds:
Patrick Mahomes: +137
Josh Allen: +372
Baker Mayfield: +705
Drake Maye: +750
Matthew Stafford: +1140
Jared Goff: +1960

I know it's a long shot, but he has been playing lights out. Honestly, the only reason he isn't higher is because the others are the media darlings of the league right now.

This got me thinking about the bigger picture: the Hall of Fame. An MVP award is a massive resume-builder. We've all heard the talk that Stafford needs another Super Bowl to make it to Canton.

So here's the question for everyone: What does Stafford need to punch his ticket? Would a league MVP be enough? Is it even better than a second Super Bowl ring? Or are they both unnecessary if he just keeps climbing the record books?

Let's look at the stats. He's currently 9th on the all-time passing yards list and is only 2,547 yards behind Aaron Rodgers for the #5 spot. Over his career, Stafford has averaged 4,368 yards in seasons where he starts more than 10 games.

If he just finishes this season at his average pace, he will likely end the year at #6 all-time. From there, he'd need about two more healthy seasons to pass legends like Peyton Manning and Brett Favre.

To me, he becomes an absolute LOCK for the Hall of Fame in any of these scenarios:
He plays two more seasons and passes Manning and Favre on the all-time passing list.
He wins either a Super Bowl OR the league MVP this season or next.

Even if none of that happens, I think his case is still incredibly strong. He'll likely retire with the 6th most passing yards ever, and thankfully, the media doesn't get a vote. The players in this league knew who Matthew Stafford was LONG before the talking heads caught up.

What do you all think? For now, I'm just going to keep pinching myself. We get to watch the Stafford-McVay duo every week, and as long as they're together, we're a threat to win it all.

WHOSE HOUSE?!

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October 20, 2025

7:00 pm ET — Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1) @ Detroit Lions (4-2)
10:00 pm ET — Houston Texans (2-3) @ Seattle Seahawks (4-2)

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TexasRam’s 2025 RAM Grades (at the Bye Week)

These are my grades so far in 2025. PFF can suck it.

This should give us something to argue about during the down week.

Offense
QB: Matthew Stafford 92
RB: Kyren Williams 87
RB: Blake Corum 80
WR: Davante Adams 85
WR: Puka Nacua 95
WR: Jordan Whittington 78
WR: Tutu Atwell 75
WR: Konata Mumfield 83
TE: Tyler Higbee 73
TE: Colby Parkinson 67
TE: Davis Allen 78
TE: Terrance Ferguson 81
LT: Alaric Jackson 89
LG: Steve Avila 82
C: Coleman Shelton 75
RG: Kevin Dotson 84
RT: Rob Havenstein 81
RT: Warren McClendon 83
G: Justin Dedich 79

Defense
NT: Poona Ford 85
DE: Braden Fiske 80
DT: Kobie Turner 80
LOLB: Byron Young 94
LILB: Nate Landman 86
RILB: Omar Speights 79
ROLB: Jared Verse 95
LCB: Cobie Durant 77
RCB: Darious Williams 82
SS: Kam Curl 81
FS: Kamren Kinchens 83
Tyler Davis 78
Ty Hamilton 73
Josaiah Stewart 82
Nick Hampton 72
Troy Reeder 70
Shaun Dolac 81
Quentin Lake 83
Emmanuel Forbes 77
Jaylen McCollough 80
Ahkello Witherspoon 83

Special Teams
Kicker (FG & KO): Joshua Karty 81
Punter & Holder: Ethan Evans 85
Kick Returner: Xavier Smith 85
Punt Returner: Xavier Smith 85

Let’s see your grades — We are all ready to flag ‘em for unnecessary delusion

Love what he has contributed to this organization... but just puts the ball on the ground too much these days,

Ferguson time next year I hope.

PFF Grades: Why Braden Fiske had a great game despite box score​

Braden Fiske led Rams defense versus Jaguars with eight pressures.
by JB Scott
Oct 19, 2025 at 6:23 PM CDT

Week 7 brought a total team win and complete effort for the Los Angeles Rams. They bested the Jacksonville Jaguars in London 35-7 and advance to 5-2 on the season.

Let’s break down the individual efforts from the game and dive deep into the advanced metrics that may not be reflected in the box score. These are the top five Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades on each side of the ball with a few other notes that caught my eye.

Top five grades on offense​

1 - Davante Adams, WR: 91.3​

It wasn’t the most productive day for Adams in terms of yards (35), though he did find the end zone three times. The veteran caught five of the eight passes thrown in his direction, which is a positive sign because entering this game his catch rate was below 50% on the year. Adams won two of three contested catch opportunities and did not drop a pass (he averaged over a 10% drop rate through six games).

2 - Matthew Stafford, QB: 78.8​

Stafford finished with a relatively low PFF grade considering he kept the ball out of harm’s way (zero turnover-worthy plays) and tossed three big-time throws. The offensive lagged in the third quarter and was unable to build on their 21-0 lead. Stafford was off-target during this period and for the game posted an adjusted completion rate of 69.7%—his third lowest mark on the season.

It’s worth noting that Stafford’s second lowest mark came in Week 6, so he’s been less accurate over the last two games. Is this a trend or possibly a product of missing Puka Nacua?

3 - Steve Avila, LG: 72.3​

Avila’s performance was well balanced between the run and pass games. He earned a run blocking grade of 71.4 and a pass blocking grade of 65.9. Avila allowed one pressure on Stafford and was flagged for penalty once.
It was a positive outing in his second game back from injury.

4 - Terrance Ferguson, TE: 71.1​

While Ferguson scored the first touchdown of his career—a 31 yarder—it wasn’t even the most impressive part of his contributions on Sunday. The rookie posted a run blocking grade of 76.8 on 16 such plays which bested all of the Rams’ linemen.

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It’s possible that blocking is something that has kept Ferguson off the field early in his career, though he’s demonstrating he’s willing and capable. Can he eat into Tyler Higbee’s playing time following the Week 8 bye?

5 - Kevin Dotson, RG: 70.1​

Dotson allowed one pressure in pass protection, which was good for a grade of 72.8 in this facet. In the run game he earned a mark of 66.0. His run blocking grade was the second-lowest among the starting five linemen in front of Alaric Jackson.

Other notes on offense​

The snap counts at receiver seem unusual, and it could be a sign that Tutu Atwell is still working his way back from injury. Atwell played only 10 snaps while Konata Mumpfield and Xavier Smith were on the field for 28 and 33, respectively.

Top five grades on defense​

1 - Darious Williams, CB: 84.4​

LA’s veteran corner earned a coverage grade of 86.3. He was targeted six times and allowed only a single reception for six yards. Williams broke up four passes and held the opposing quarterback to a measly 39.6 QB rating.

Williams has now strung together two positive performances and could be turning a corner on the season. The Rams need as much help as they can get on the outside, so this is a welcome development.

2 - Kamren Kinchens, DB: 78.5​

Kinchens was every on Sunday morning, though Trevor Lawrence only threw the ball his direction one time. the second-year safety notched four tackles and a run grade of 71.8. He found many ways to contribute, including a pressure on Lawrence that caused an errant throw on a late down.

3 - Emmanuel Forbes, CB: 75.1​

Forbes made several open field tackles and was more surehanded in this game than we’ve come to expect from him. He did not miss a tackle. In coverage he allowed two catches on three targets for 12 yards.

4 - Omar Speights, MLB: 72.3​

Shaun Dolac played well last week when Speights missed because of injury. Speights’ play this season has been up and down, though he woke up on the right side of the bed in London.

The second-year linebacker was awarded a run defense grade of 77.0 versus the run. He did miss one tackle out of three attempts.

5 - Braden Fiske, DT: 70.2​

The box score suggests Braden Fiske did not make much of an impact (no sacks); however, he led the defense with eight pressures (career high) and set up clean up opportunities for other pass rushers. The Rams sacked Lawrence seven times.
Fiske has still yet to record a sack this season. He’s still his disruptive self and is making life difficult for opposing quarterbacks.

Other notes on defense​

Knowing Fiske led the defense in pressures, these are the numbers for everyone else:

• Jared Verse: 5 (1 sack)
• Kobie Turner: 5
• Byron Young: 4 (2 sacks)
• Josaiah Stewart: 3 (1 sack)
• 2 pressures, 1 sack each: Landman, Murchison, Lake

I wouldn't be surprised one bit if Mike McDaniel is fired soon

RAMS WIN, RAMS WIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIN!!!!

(Yeah, I know it's early, but the Jaguars aren't catching up.)

What more can I say about Matthew Motherfucking Stafford?! Five touchdowns, three to Davante Adams, his other two to rookies Mumpfield and Ferguson with their firsts! Several huge stops and sacks for the D! Gotta fucking love it.

October 19, 2025

MEGA EARLY
9:30 am ET — Los Angeles Rams @ Jacksonville Jaguars

EARLY GAMES
1:00 pm ET — New Orleans Saints @ Chicago Bears
1:00 pm ET — Miami Dolphins @ Cleveland Browns
1:00 pm ET — Las Vegas Raiders @ Kansas City Chiefs
1:00 pm ET — Philadelphia Eagles @ Minnesota Vikings
1:00 pm ET — Carolina Panthers @ New York Jets
1:00 pm ET — New England Patriots @ Tennessee Titans

LATE GAMES
4:05 pm ET — New York Giants @ Denver Broncos
4:05 pm ET — Indianapolis Colts @ Los Angeles Chargers
4:25 pm ET — Washington Commodes @ Dallas Cowboys
4:25 pm ET — Green Bay Packers @ Arizona Cardinals

SNF
8:20 pm ET — Atlanta Falcons @ San Francisco 49ers

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October 19, 2025

LATE GAMES
4:05 pm ET — New York Giants @ Denver Broncos
4:05 pm ET — Indianapolis Colts @ Los Angeles Chargers
4:25 pm ET — Washington Commodes @ Dallas Cowboys
4:25 pm ET — Green Bay Packers @ Arizona Cardinals

SNF
8:20 pm ET — Atlanta Falcons @ San Francisco 49ers

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EARLY GAMES
1:00 pm ET — New Orleans Saints @ Chicago Bears
1:00 pm ET — Miami Dolphins @ Cleveland Browns
1:00 pm ET — Las Vegas Raiders @ Kansas City Chiefs
1:00 pm ET — Philadelphia Eagles @ Minnesota Vikings
1:00 pm ET — Carolina Panthers @ New York Jets
1:00 pm ET — New England Patriots @ Tennessee Titans

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October 19, 2025

8:20 pm ET — Atlanta Falcons @ San Francisco 49ers

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October 19, 2015

9:30 am ET — Los Angeles Rams @ Jacksonville Jaguars

Rams fans outnumbering Jags by at least 10 to 1.

Whose House?!!'

To be clear up front, this is wondering why we don't seem to play well in these games, where the world is watching. I enjoy seeing what neutral fans think of our team, its part of the deal for me. So even in games that we win but play poorly, it can be a little less exciting for me. These games seem to be coming more frequently and I am wondering why.


-Thursday night this year - dont need to rehash it

-SNF week one last year - L at Detroit

-MNF home for Miami last year - embarrassing loss

-SNF home for Philly last year - embarrassing loss

-TNF at SF last year - win, but zero TDs scored

-Saturday home for Arizona last year, win but scored 13 pts


The exceptions are most Thursday games where McVay has fared well, and then the playoff games last year - or specifically both Vikings games and the Eagles playoff game last year.

But that said, there are six games over the last two years here where even though two were wins, neutral fans trash our team. I am nervous - and hopefully reverse jinxing it - about Sunday morning. McVay has fared well in London, so here's hoping.

So all that said - why do we tend to shit the bed more often when the world is watching? The Dolphins game last year and the Niners game this year are probably the most egregious examples

October 16, 2025

8:15 pm ET — Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals

Ace Frehley died just a bit ago from complications from a fall last month.

Cool dude....amazed he lasted this long. RIP

Sunday October 19, 2025

9:30 am ET — Los Angeles Rams @ Jacksonville Jaguars

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Such an early start time!

Someone on here shared the recipe for British baked beans with me once and I lost the message.

I would love to get after making a big pot of British baked beans and having them with some toast, scrambled eggs, maybe American sausage and bacon.

What do you all think you will be having?

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Quarterbacks​

1. Dante Moore, Oregon
2. Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
3. Ty Simpson, Alabama
4. LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina
5. John Mateer, Oklahoma
6. Carson Beck, Miami (Fla.)
7. Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
8. Sam Leavitt, Arizona State
9. Jayden Maiava, USC
10. Drew Allar, Penn State

Just missed: Josh Hoover, TCU; Taylen Green, Arkansas; Trinidad Chambliss, Ole Miss

Wide receivers​

1. Makai Lemon, USC
2. Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State
3. Carnell Tate, Ohio State
4. Zachariah Branch, Georgia
5. Ja'Kobi Lane, USC
6. Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee
7. Germie Bernard, Alabama
8. Chris Bell, Louisville
9. Nyck Harbor, South Carolina
10. Denzel Boston, Washington

Just missed: KC Concepcion, Texas A&M; Eric Singleton Jr., Auburn; Antonio Williams, Clemson

Interior offensive linemen​

1. Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State
2. Connor Lew, Auburn
3. Cayden Green, Missouri
4. Logan Jones, Iowa
5. Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon
6. Trey Zuhn III, Texas A&M
7. Matt Gulbin, Michigan State
8. Jake Slaughter, Florida
9. Parker Brailsford, Alabama
10. Iapani Laloulu, Oregon

Offensive tackles​

1. Spencer Fano, Utah
2. Francis Mauigoa, Miami (Fla.)
3. Kadyn Proctor, Alabama
4. Caleb Lomu, Utah
5. Gennings Dunker, Iowa
6. Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern
7. Trevor Goosby, Texas
8. Isaiah World, Oregon
9. Brian Parker II, Duke
10. Carter Smith, Indiana

Cornerbacks​

1. Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
2. Avieon Terrell, Clemson
3. Mansoor Delane, LSU
4. Brandon Cisse, South Carolina
5. Colton Hood, Tennessee
6. D'Angelo Ponds, Indiana
7. Malik Muhammad, Texas
8. Chandler Rivers, Duke
9. A.J. Harris, Penn State
10. Chris Johnson, San Diego State

Just missed: Will Lee III, Texas A&M