Quotedodgerram Refs tried everything to make the Bucs win this one. None more blatant than the fumble in the endzone. That was a fumble , a fumble and nothing but a fumble. But even if the Refs miss it there is ZERO excuse for not calling the blatant holding against one of our defenders on the same play. That guy on their left side of the offfense has his hand and arms around the Rams defendeby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteMalibuRam Any guesses why the officiating crew would be pulling for the Bucs? I actually don't think it's a conspiracy, it's what they are looking for. For example. I remember Sugar Ray Leonard against Marvin Hagler. I was a Leonard fan. As I watched the fight, it was obvious to me Leonard was landing more punches and the bout would be easy to score. Afterwards, an analyst suggested youby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Now, somebody please explain the disparity.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Does anyone have the ability to freeze frame all the uncalled holding last night? It was so frequent and obvious that someone needs to be held accountable.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteRam_Ruler Because they actually show how we can't be objective about Goff. Yes, all qbs have awful games but where their baseline is matters. So like Russell wilson a few weeks ago, comparing Goff's lows to rodgers lows puts you in a bind when you then compare their highs and/or baseline play. Goff is average to good. That's fine. We can win it all with him. He just needs to play better tby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Quotezn I personally don't care programs." I always have much more interest in coaches who have a feel for things while they're happening. If you're winning, and can win, why "push" a team when the times you tried that backfired. Wait till the offseason to layer that stuff in. So no I do not believe Goff needs "pushing" and I think it's bad coaching to go against thby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Quotezn Let's say everything you're saying is true. For argument's sake. But. They're winning. They're tied for the division. Why, under those circumstances, would you "push" you qb? Wait for natural growth building off this year during the next year. IF that is even a real concern (I am not so sure it is.) And McVay may be saying it's all execution but I worry about him saying thaby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteSunTzu_vs_Camus we're still a little too schizophrenic for me on gameday to have confidence. Consistency is still elusive for us this year...until I see our boys settle down and play better on offense. Interestingly, it's the offense that gives me pause...not the defense. I always felt better about McVay's offense over the defense until THIS year. weird. The offense gets in too many fby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Max, your take about playoff positioning is certainly relevant but I see this very differently. To me, this year's story of the Rams is not about the opponents. I believe there is enough talent and coaching to win any and every game (unlike last year). This year seems to be a matter of focus and consistency, something that has been lacking and has been uncharacteristically documented by McVayby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
While I agree, any one of those contenders have the ABILITY to beat them once in the playoffs. I actually watch most of the Chief's games and they look especially vulnerable at times. The Steelers are also well coached and are a legitimate threat to go all the way. But if I'm laying cash on it (I won't) I too would take KCby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
It was good but it's hard for me to ignore the evaluation that Goff is only good enough to run the easy plays. I'd say Speed and others agree with him. And while that's hard to argue, Goff is in charge of the entire offensive operation which is more complex than he's getting credit for managing. The problem is that when Jared struggles to diagnose a defense, ITS JUST SO OBVIOUS. That is what mby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
One thing not mentioned here. Under Fassel, we had several game changing plays on fakes carried out by Hekker. This year...crickets. Does anyone else remember on a punt return when the whole return team faked a return on one side of the field while the ball went to a returner on the other side? You don't replace elite creativity like that. Seriously, has there been a schematic win on ST oncby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Jake's most promising spin has merit but misses too much to be comprehensive enough, IMO. Losing Whit deserves more concern as Boom may have filled in well, Arians will have the opportunity to gameplan him. The time of possession is nice but the lack of TD conversion is troubling. Special Teams are a factor. If the defense has shown a weakness, it's in defending a good short passing game and wby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Quoteoldschoolramfan Take it one week at a time. Suppose Noteboom is as good or even better than Whit. Younger legs, quicker feet, a little more "pop" in his drive blocks. We'll see on MNF. In my eyes, Rams can control their own destiny. Keep winning one week at a time, starting with the Buc's. Let's get to 7-3! I love your optimism. But to even hope Boom is anywhere near asby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteMalibuRam It will come down to Arians vs McVay. Who has the best game plan and makes the best adjustments. I think the Rams have better coaches. Arians has been formidable against the Rams, but your point is well taken. The trouble is, the Bucs picked us apart last year with J Winston. Brady struggled to adapt to Arians at first along with what his expectations were from his receivers bby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
I've patiently waited and so far, being 30 is the only direct response other than him kicking in a pseudo football league. For the life of me, I can understand why he Lirim isn't in the NFL right now.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
So, isn't it passed the time to ask the question? It seemed all offseason that Lirim was the best option. His big leg to get touchbacks, professional experience, and proven accuracy all seemed to make him the obvious choice. Sloman was the surprise and proved to be the wrong choice. Forbath and Gay? Really? If they really believed in MacGinnis, why Gay? I REALLY want to know what Lirim did toby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
So...the Rams win as they rotate DLine players so all can be fresh for an improved pass rush? What are they thinking? Reduced wear and tear on their bodies? Improving depth? Know they can succeed on plays without AD? Perhaps AD should play every snapby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Nobody believes Russell Wilson is a bad QB. Everyone would agree he played badly the last two games. He did several good things but they were overshadowed by the turnovers. Now, let's apply this perspective to Goff. He's had a couple bad games lately and even after this win with 300+ yards and no turnovers, many still are questioning his efficacy. The focus seems to be on his misses because thby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Wilson throws 3 INT's while Goff throws 300+ and zero INT's and today he still gets grief? He did his job today. Just needs to have better pocket awareness and know when to throw it away a little more.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
On the SNF Pregame show, Dungy just said basically that the Cards and Hawks have great QB's but have flawed teams and by inference, the Rams are better. Even Chris Simms admits the Rams have the better defense and running game. What a difference from two weeks ago when I didn't even want watch football of any kind after the Phin debacle. Up next, Brady and Arians. Nothing less than total dby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
That plan will probably reflect what Miami did on defense as they ratchet up the pressure on Goff to protect the CB's. Higbee better be a big part of McVay's counter to that approach. I also expect the Seattle offense to more closely resemble the 49'er approach of quick passes to minimize Donald's impact. The key on defense will be whether or not the blitzes Staley dials up get home. If theyby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Kerrigan is a difference maker. Man oh man if he is regularly singled up...he's gonna get home and he's stout against the run. I'd be all over that!by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
My father raised me on the Rams, Dodgers, and Lakers back when the names were Merlin, Garvey, and Wilt. Late in life he moved to Santa Rosa and went all 9'ers, Giants, and Warriors. When I brought up our coming "Trifecta" back in September, he called me delusional. Now that we are 2 for 3 so far, he congratulated me on my Covid Asterix wins. Our family loves competition...we donby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteSuh-weet! I think/hope that in the end the quality of the offense will out. I wish the rest of your post had shown up because that's honestly the side I'm most concerned about. Sometimes the offense is great and then it suddenly sputters for long stretches by lack of execution. It's perplexing and has been since they played the Bears in '18.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
I've seen enough to know. The Rams were pretty good through the 70's. We had a few good teams in the 80's. The 90's mostly sucked but had some moments. The GSOT was special but was followed by an historically inept stretch until McVay came aboard. Sean's first two years spoiled us to expect greatness. That's what made last year hard to watch. That has carried us over to this year. The Ramsby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteJimYoungblood53 Jack Youngblood says Merlin Olsen was the greatest DT of all time. He was my childhood football hero. Did you post this to say that Olsen was better than AD? I don't agree but I'm just curious.by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
Thanks for posting this! It's so interesting to hear how candid Shanny is about the Rams. My highlights: 1. Goff is as good as anybody on rollouts. 2. Everyone tries to double Donald but you have to show your team that you can still win one on one's. 3. Staley's defense is bend, don't break and rarely uses one on one coverages. 4. Staley makes it more difficult to identify where Aby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
QuoteJimYoungblood53 First of all I will give Bryant his due because he was a major headache for the Rams for far too long. But the suggestion that AD isn't doubled ENOUGH is absurd and makes me think he's trying to discount AD by basically saying he is effective because the OC's aren't paying him enough attention. Just wowby Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com
I watch it every week and have it as my favorite podcast but can't access it this week. Does anyone here know what happened?by Leoram - RamsFootballFans.com