Rams will be competitive under the following circumstances:
IF their OL returns and is functional.
IF Rams can acquire an edge upgrade before trade deadline.
IF Rams can acquire a solid vet RB to bolster run game and/or provide injury insurance.
IF McVay consistently calls plays that are commensurate with his OL capabilities.
If those above 4 things occur then the Rams definitely have a shot to get back to the SB in this diminished NFC Conference.
As an aside, it would be nice to see if Morris can manufacture pressure on Jimmy G like Chiefs did. JG does not handle pressure well.