but it doesn't seem like that is the case anymore. As long as the Rams are playing well in November/December, to me that is all that matters.
Rams are struggling to run the ball. And they are struggling to stretch the field. They have the injuries that are hard to overcome... and the Rams haven't beaten the niners in the regular season in a long time. And the niners had a good game plan. If this happens later in the year then it's going to be an issue. The defense is playing well.... that shouldn't be overlooked.
If the Rams can have a winning record at the half way point (not easy) and they start playing well... I think it could get interesting.