And the effectiveness of any defense is greatly influenced by the offense regardless of who’s the head coach. Rams offense has been inconsistent thus far this season. Injuries have definitely restricted the offense but inconsistent play by Stafford and the offensive line has been the primary reason why the offense has not helped the defense. When the Rams are effective on the offensive side of the ball it changes the way the defense approaches the game. The Rams offense needs to be more efficient and take control of the time of possession to help the defense which is dealing with injuries and lacks depth. If the Rams offense could get back to 2025 levels it would greatly improve the effectiveness of their defense. Stafford’s not seeing the field like he was last year and that’s due to really inconsistent play by the offensive line at this point. If the Rams offensive line could do a better job of pass protection and limit the stupid penalties that they keep getting in the red zone this team could get on a roll and when the pieces of the defense that are currently missing return they could make a run like last year.
Our secondary so far this year….
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Hopefully this continues as the competition gets better.
For example, last year some seemed to give the defense too much credit early without appearing to notice the competition.
For example, last year some seemed to give the defense too much credit early without appearing to notice the competition.
Sounds like a weird S&M movie "Hogtied by McVays defensive desires"
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Spags isn't available either. So just one off the top of your head? Such a harsh Shula critic without backup.
I'd prefer to see Shula get a boss and mature some more into the DC role but to call him "not a real DC" is ridiculous if all you can spout off is spags.
From a weakness to a strength.
With these CBs, Rams win SB last year (IMO).
That was Rams top priority in the offseason. Adressed
If only they improved priority #2, special teams.
With these CBs, Rams win SB last year (IMO).
That was Rams top priority in the offseason. Adressed
If only they improved priority #2, special teams.
Secondary is solid.
Weak link is ILB pass defense.and scheme
Solve that and get Garrett back and you are bowl bound
Weak link is ILB pass defense.and scheme
Solve that and get Garrett back and you are bowl bound
Watson was everywhere last week, was really impressed by him
The Rams defense is actually pretty good. Their "blind spot" IMO, is when they play the whiners. Rat girl is completely happy to take 3, 4, 5 yards on every play (because the Rams don't adjust) and wind up with 15 plays drives for a TD with the longest play being 9 yards (I'm speaking rhetorically). And they don't seem to adjust so the whiners have no reason to change. And as a fan, it's frustrating to watch.
It seems like Purdy is good at that dink and dunk game (and it's by design to prevent the Rams defensive front from sacking purdy). Take away that short middle and force Purdy to make longer arm strength types of throws. Yes, he can make them, but those plays need more time to develop and pressure might affect the throws. I'm no defensive guru, but I don't think I'm way off the mark here?
And for the record, not that it matters, I played football growing up. Offensive and defensive tackle in middle school (and all special teams) and defensive back and running back in high school and some special teams. Not that minor league football is the NFL, but I have been on the field and understand some of the concepts. Punt coverage for example, is about "owning" the lane you are covering. Big returns happen when someone gets exploited instead of covering their assigned area. At least that's what I was taught in middle school and played special teams.
It seems like Purdy is good at that dink and dunk game (and it's by design to prevent the Rams defensive front from sacking purdy). Take away that short middle and force Purdy to make longer arm strength types of throws. Yes, he can make them, but those plays need more time to develop and pressure might affect the throws. I'm no defensive guru, but I don't think I'm way off the mark here?
And for the record, not that it matters, I played football growing up. Offensive and defensive tackle in middle school (and all special teams) and defensive back and running back in high school and some special teams. Not that minor league football is the NFL, but I have been on the field and understand some of the concepts. Punt coverage for example, is about "owning" the lane you are covering. Big returns happen when someone gets exploited instead of covering their assigned area. At least that's what I was taught in middle school and played special teams.
It's been leaps and bounds better than last year. Gotta love it.
The-Rams defense Achilles heel is ILB. We’ve yet to find someone who can cover TEs and RBs backs or shadow a quarterback who breaks from the pocket.
We’re also failing to finish the job from decent pressure of the QB. We can apply pressure and get the QB on the run. But can’t get him to the ground. Not expecting miracles, but if we can improve those 2 areas I do believe we have a top 5 defense.
I don't know if this has been posted yet but the Rams D, maligned by some, is #4 in 3rd down pct allowed, #5 in 4th down pct and #5 in RZ pct. That's some consistency across the board in 3 important areas.
Got to be careful relying too much on stats. They are, as you know, macro.
Theoretically, a defense can look very good on paper, but still lose the team games. Such as breaking down when they are needed most with blown plays and bad PI penalties.
We're 7 games into the season... so, let's see how this statistically good defense holds up.
If they can have a truly healthy D for playoffs.. assuming they make playoffs..
They can really be a force.
The bummer is you’ve lost the field position battle before the game even starts.
The D & offense both need to be elite because of special teams
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When Myles gets back and if we can generate the pass rush we think we can…… look out. The challenge is we have to dig ourselves out of the hole we put ourselves in in the beginning of the year.
Yup.
I think it's possible.. and my biggest concern right now is the offense. I think against bad teams like Chargers and Raiders it's fine.. not sure about good teams.
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Agreed. It’s actually bit of a head scratcher to me. Historically, besides the last two seasons we were golden in the first half of games. Not sure what the issue is but it needs to be figured out.
17.7 LOL that is opposing QB's ratings when targeting Trent McDuffie #22.
Absurd.
Absurd.