Boisterous defensive backs continue to shine at Rams training campBy RICH HAMMOND
IRVINE — When they’re not slapping hands, encouraging each other and trash-talking receivers, the Rams’ defensive backs are huddled in practice, laughing about a frozen water bottle.
Through three days of training camp at UC Irvine, the Rams’ secondary has made noise on the field as well. The defense clearly has been ahead of the offense, which isn’t atypical for the first week of pass, and on Tuesday, E.J. Gaines returned a Jared Goff tipped pass for a touchdown.
The secondary, not surprisingly, responded with cheers. These guys are happy, because the Rams’ new system, under coordinator Wade Phillips, encourages them to be aggressive and make plays.
“Some defenses are definitely designed for different groups,” Gaines said. “I think Wade’s is designed for the secondary. (Former coordinator) Gregg Williams’ defense was pressure, pressure, pressure, so we had a lot of sacks and our D-line was very productive. This defensive scheme is completely different, so I’m enjoying it, honestly. It’s allowing us to be more free and definitely make plays.”
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