The Rams did not run the ball well most of the preseason, at least what I saw. The O line that was out of Sunday was not really together on the field much. The trouble in the running game did not surprise me. The stacked box did not surprise me. Teams not respecting our passing game is not surprising. The DE (Hayes) not holding the edge....ok, bad execution on one play. I thought the Rams D was solid over all. Turner play called to keep the pressure off of Cassel. The D did a good job vs Peterson and overall the young DBs played well I thought. I have no issue with the D really. Any D is going to struggle if it gets no help from the O (except Arizona I guess). Six points? Wow.
The problem starts up front with the Oline....like it has the last couple of years. I dont know if it is prep, the players or a combo of things, but, massive improvement is needed. That said, we did see it last year with arguably a less talented overall group.
It will really be interesting to see how they respond this week. I expect a tough, physical effort up front vs. Tampa Bay.
Also, the penalties have got to stop. It just kills the team over and over.