Favorable early schedule could put Rams on fast trackAlden Gonzalez
LOS ANGELES -- I went out on a limb and predicted an 8-8 season for the Los Angeles Rams back in April, but so much has happened since then. There have been some positive developments for the much-maligned receiving corps (drafting Cooper Kupp, acquiring Sammy Watkins), but also some troubling signs for the highly touted defensive line (Aaron Donald's prolonged holdout, Dominique Easley's season-ending injury).
The Rams still have a favorable schedule, especially early on. Assuming Donald shows up, they should be very good on defense. And assuming Watkins stays healthy, they're set up to be a lot better on offense. So, is a .500 record -- something the Rams have not attained since 2006 -- still doable?
Here's a revised game-by-game look at how the 2017 season could play out.
Week 1: Sunday, Sept. 10, vs. Indianapolis Colts, 4:05 p.m. ETThe Colts will be without their starting center, Ryan Kelly, who will miss the start of the season after having foot surgery. They will probably also be without their franchise quarterback, Andrew Luck, who is still recovering from shoulder surgery. Outside of Luck, the Colts aren't especially good. Being at home, in the first game of the Sean McVay era, against a banged-up team, should lead to a win. Record: 1-0
Read Complete Article
[
www.espn.com]
