Week 16 - December 22, 2024

*All times are listed as ET

EARLY GAMES
New York Giants at Atlanta Falcons, 1 p.m. on Fox
Arizona Cardinals at Carolina Panthers, 1 p.m. on Fox
Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears, 1 p.m. on Fox
Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts, 1 p.m. on CBS
Los Angeles Rams at New York Jets, 1 p.m. on CBS
Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commodes, 1 p.m. on Fox
Cleveland Browns at Cincinnati Bengals, 1 p.m. on CBS

LATE GAMES
Minnesota Vikings at Seattle Seahawks, 4:05 p.m. on Fox
Jacksonville Jaguars at Las Vegas Raiders, 4:25 p.m. on CBS
San Francisco 49ers at Miami Dolphins, 4:25 p.m. on CBS
New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills, 4:25 p.m. on CBS

SNF
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Dallas Cowboys, 8:20 p.m. NBC and Peacock

Monday December 23, 2024

MNF
New Orleans Saints at Green Bay Packers, 8:15 p.m. on ESPN and ABC

Stumbled across this article. Not sure if it has been posted or referenced but shows some interesting things.

The offensive line metric (OL+) they use combines pressure and sack rate stats with time-to-throw data then adds in ESPN Pass Block (PBWR) and Run Block Win Rate (RBWR) stats.

A Few Tidbits:

Rams Oline Ranks 5th in the NFL over the last four weeks and 13th overall on the year.
Jets rank 27th and suck pretty bad, but Rodgers gets the ball out quick. Get on the short pass game of Rodgers Mr. Shula!
Cardinals are at a respectable 11 and Seattle 30!
Denver Oline is #1.
Suprisingly, Lions at 21 last 4 weeks and falling off a bit.


Also posting the ESPN NFL Team win rankings below.

Legend for columns below:
PRWR = Pass rush win rate
RSWR = Run stopping win rate
PBWR = Pass blocking win rate
RBWR = Run blocking win rate

NFL team win rate rankings​

I am frustrated but tomorrow was the only day that made sense for our travels for the holidays.

I will be listening on the radio.

Menu will include gas stations food and drinks and short stops for the dogs along the way.

Driving 8ish hours to my sisters house to celebrate and be together for a few days. We have plenty of meals planned for these days; ham and potatoes, Asian food day, birria, etc.

But tomorrow we are likely grabbing some coffee and warm food for the drive.

Tuning in for the game on Sirius.

If i was home I think we'd be making breakfast garbage plates.

What are you all making?

Notre Dame with the W over Indiana yesterday

Penn State manhandling SMU

Interesting.
No, I do not think we should go after him. But that was sure falling off a cliff.
Atlanta must have some shitty coaching if they are in this position.

Saturday December 21, 2024

Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs 1pm ET NBC

Pittsburgh Steelers at Baltimore Ravens 4:30 pm ET FOX

I'm saying it now Uncle Joey "Coco" Diaz The Church of What's Happening Now (Past and now Present) Cocksucka, The New Testament.

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Kyren Williams named Rams' nominee for Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide​

Dec 05, 2024 at 07:00 AM

TheRams.com

Los Angeles, CA – The Los Angeles Rams announced that running back Kyren Williams has been selected as the team's nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award Presented by Nationwide. The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is the league's most prestigious honor, recognizing players who excel on-the-field and demonstrate a steadfast commitment to creating a positive impact beyond the game.
The Rams all-time leading rusher and former Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Nominee, Steven Jackson, surprised Williams with the nomination at the team's practice facility. As a St. Louis, MO native, Williams grew up a Rams fan and had the chance to meet one of his idols, Jackson, at a Rams charity event at a young age. Williams looked up to Jackson as the Rams lead running back but has also been inspired by his commitment off-the-field giving back to community during his time in the NFL and in retirement.










Kyren Williams is the Rams' 2024 Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee




Earlier this year, Williams served as the captain for United Way of Greater Los Angeles' WalkUnitedLA, where he helped to rally 7,500 Angelenos in raising over $1 million to power the fight to break cycles of poverty and build communities of prosperity in Los Angeles. Williams also joined Rams partner, PacSun, local nonprofit, ThinkWatts Foundation, and the Los Angeles Unified School District to combat chronic absenteeism by kicking off the gifting of washer and dryer machines to 20 schools to ensure every child has clean clothes to wear to school.
At the team's 2024 Training Camp, Williams met with members of the LA Rams Wheelchair Football Team to announce the gifting of custom wheelchairs, helmets, and jerseys for the team's upcoming seasons. Also at Training Camp, Williams joined members of Arsenal FC and led youth through a "Football Meets Football" soccer and football clinic. Leading into the Rams' season opener, Williams visited Nickerson Gardens, the largest housing development west of the Mississippi, and helped to unveil a new Rams-branded turf football field for the community of Watts. As part of the celebration, Williams participated in a youth football clinic and pick-up games with the kids.
In addition, this season, Williams served as an event captain for "LA Rams Night for Wishes." With Williams' help, the event raised more than $750,000 to grant the wishes of local children battling life-threatening medical conditions. Williams also led the team's annual sustainability recycling combine where he worked alongside Rams and Ball Corporation staff to educate the next generation on the benefits of recycling. Williams also visited the Covenant House, a nonprofit committed to opening doors to young people experiencing homelessness and survivors of human trafficking, for their Thanksgiving meal. Since being drafted by the Rams in 2022, Williams has immersed himself in the community of Los Angeles. He has participated in the Los Angeles Rams' campaigns around Salute to Service and their annual 'Season of Giving' efforts that help to address food insecurity, provide gifts to those in need and uplift the Los Angeles community during the holiday season.
Also dating back to 2022, Williams has supported local school district initiatives at Los Angeles Unified School District, Inglewood Unified School District and Conejo Valley Unified School District and visited youth correctional facilities to help inspire young people through character chats and a flag football game.

"It's an honor to be nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award alongside the many players around the league who are doing meaningful work in their communities," said Williams. "My community work is never about receiving recognition but about paying forward the support and inspiration that others have given me throughout my life. I cherish the opportunities to put a smile on people's faces and help families in need. The game of football has provided me with a platform to give back and I believe it's important to leverage it in ways that serve others."
"Kyren has shown Rams fans and the larger Southern California community he's someone they can count on with his dynamic play on the field to his charitable impact off the field. Learning about his nomination for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award was important for me," said Jackson. Being able to surprise him with the announcement was an honor because what he is doing is motivational. Far too many times those who gave their time hardly receive their proverbial flowers in the moment."
"Since being drafted, Kyren has continuously stepped up to assist with our off-the-field community efforts," said Rams Executive Vice President of Community Impact and Engagement, Molly Higgins. "The enthusiasm and passion that Kyren brings to community service is very similar to what fans see through his play on the field. And while he continues to ascend on the field, we look forward to helping him continue to make a meaningful impact and inspire change through his work with non-profits and schools." Each nominee will receive up to $55,000 and the award winner will receive up to a $265,000 donation to their charity of choice. All donations are made possible by the NFL Foundation and Nationwide Foundation.
All 32 nominees will be recognized for their achievements during the week leading up to Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. The winner of the 2024 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award will be announced during NFL Honors, a primetime awards special to air nationally on FOX and the NFL Network on Thursday, Feb. 6.
Fans are once again encouraged to participate in Nationwide's annual Charity Challenge, a social media and online contest that allows fans to show support for their favorite Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee. Fans can vote on X/Twitter by posting #WPMOYChallenge along with the last name/X handle of their chosen nominee or by voting directly on NFL.com/ManOfTheYear. The nominee who receives the most collective hashtag mentions and online votes will win an additional $35,000 donation from Nationwide to the charity of their choice, with the runner-up receiving $10,000 and the third-place winner receiving $5,000. Charity Challenge voting takes place from Thursday, Dec. 5 to Sunday, Jan. 6
Beginning Week 14 and continuing through the end of the season, each of this year's nominees, including Williams, will wear a special Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year helmet decal in recognition of their accomplishments on and off the field.
For more information about the award, please visit NFL.com/ManOfTheYear.

moving on from the Greatest Team thread

What is your best Regular Season Rams win?

I'm going with the Week 4 1999 season dismantling of SF 42-20 ending the 17 game losing streak to them

As a Rams fan, I have a hard time with this. 4th and 20 seems a bit too easy to me. Still, the onside kick is broken.

These 2 are awesome! Lets get them another ring.

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Sean McVay’s offense has always been a model of innovation and adaptability. Initially centered around the wide zone running scheme and a potent play-action game, McVay has continuously evolved to incorporate gap and duo concepts, ensuring the Rams stay competitive against modern defensive schemes. In the 2024 season, this evolution has been highlighted by the emergence of Puka Nacua as a complete receiver, Kyren Williams leading a more balanced rushing attack, and the continued development of key players like Steve Avila and Kevin Dotson, alongside the steady presence of veterans like Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp.

While the Rams’ offense was once defined by the wide zone, which stretches defenses horizontally to create cutback lanes and opens play-action opportunities, the rise of tighter defensive fronts, such as the 6-1 alignment, has necessitated a shift. McVay has adapted by incorporating gap runs, which rely on pulling linemen like Dotson and Avila to create clear running lanes, and duo concepts, which emphasize double-teams at the line of scrimmage to attack defenses vertically. Duo runs are particularly effective because they provide running backs like Kyren Williams with decisive reads. Williams’ ability to cut quickly and exploit narrow lanes has made him a natural fit for this style, adding consistency to the Rams’ rushing attack.

The offensive line has been a critical factor in this success. Steve Avila, now in his second year, has shown tremendous growth, becoming a cornerstone of the line with his strength, athleticism, and versatility. Paired with the reliable Kevin Dotson, they create a powerful interior that excels in both gap and duo concepts, allowing the Rams to run with physicality and control the tempo.

In the passing game, Puka Nacua has emerged not only as the Rams’ breakout star but also as a complete receiver who excels in every phase of the game. Far from being just a downfield threat, Nacua mirrors much of Cooper Kupp’s versatility. He is a reliable chain-mover, capable of finding soft spots in zones, running crisp routes, and securing tough catches in traffic. His physicality and football IQ make him a nightmare for defenders, whether he’s working underneath or making contested catches deep.

Kupp, meanwhile, remains an integral part of the offense. While age and injuries have reduced some of his explosiveness, his elite route-running, intelligence, and reliable hands still make him a critical possession receiver and a key target on third downs. Together, Nacua and Kupp form one of the most dynamic and balanced receiving duos in the league. Both are adept at moving the chains, creating separation in tight spaces, and making clutch catches, which forces defenses to pick their poison.

Matthew Stafford benefits greatly from this balance. The evolution of the Rams’ run game with gap and duo concepts has opened up new layers of play-action, allowing Stafford to attack defenses with a mix of bootleg rollouts and traditional pocket play-action. Stafford’s ability to process quickly and deliver accurate throws to both Nacua and Kupp has been a cornerstone of the team’s success in 2024. With Nacua’s ability to dominate at every level of the field and Kupp’s consistency as a possession receiver, Stafford has all the tools needed to keep defenses guessing.

This offensive balance has made the Rams more unpredictable and dangerous. The mix of wide zone, gap, and duo runs keeps the ground game fresh, while the complementary skill sets of Nacua and Kupp ensure the passing game remains dynamic. Pre-snap motion and condensed formations remain staples of McVay’s system, adding deception and creating mismatches across the field.

Sean McVay’s ability to adapt his system while maximizing the talents of players like Nacua, Williams, Avila, and Dotson has kept the Rams competitive in 2024. With Nacua proving to be not just a downfield weapon but also a reliable chain-mover, Kupp continuing to deliver as a possession receiver, and Stafford anchoring the offense, the Rams are well-positioned to succeed against any defense.

Thursday Night Football December 19, 2024

Denver Broncos at Los Angeles Chargers 8:15pm ET Prime

The GOAT Classic Rock Band, how to rank their albums from best to least (not necessarily worst at all)? I'll throw a curveball and honesty say mine is 'Physical Graffiti' followed by a close runner up of 'Presence'.

For me it's hands and not without a close close close several competitor other albums that don't need to be named. Additionally I always respected the magical midget Ronnie James Dio's influence. That cool MOFO could open those vocal chords.

Overall for me it's quite simple from start to finish. Ozzy, Tony, Geezer and Bill were the Fearsome Foursome.

So many articles and quotes saying the Rams are scary, good, Super Bowl contenders...

But why?

I'm flying in January 9th and flying out January 11th for a concert with my best friend. If you wanna meet up for a beer it's on me. Just throwing it out there. I've never experienced -5 degrees ever. I live in Mesa AZ

Mine is simple, the SAME LA Rams T-shirt from 1990, faded but it has value maybe some superstition. And always always 12 pack of ice cold PBR usually 6 per half. Rock on ROD! I'm a Super Geek Rams fan for life. Entire 30 pack is we get embarrassed.
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Check out the tattoo on this guy’s skull!! I could never do this with my line of work but I think it’s bad ass

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The headlines on ESPN:

Reid has full confidence in Wentz if Mahomes can't go!
JJones: Trading Parsons has never been uttered (okay that's ownerspeak but...)
Campbell: That loss is just what we needed.

Yesterday had a couple too
MacDonald said, "optimistic Geno can play Sunday. Obviously, he was injured enough to not come back in but initial evaluations show there's no structural damage. Everything is there. He's a tough guy."

We all know Wentz is a step down from Mahomes.
Campbell could be correct about the loss but they certainly didn't need Montgomery and McNeill done for the season.
MacDonald has to be optimistic. Seattle can't afford to lose any games and Sam Howell looked like Thurston Howell vs Green Bay.

Jerry Jones? LMFAO. If you didn't let Dak walk, you certainly better not trade Parsons.

Rams: Week 17 is official! The Rams will host the Cardinals in primetime on Saturday, December 28. Learn more: https://therams.attn.tv/agl74FYtFUEa