I’m at the point where I would be happy if the Rams just took the ball at the 25 on every single kickoff, and on punts, either do a Fair Catch, or let it roll. Statistically, it doesn’t seem to make much difference, and why risk injury or a fumble? This entire season, there have been a total of 2 KO returns for a TD. Guess how many have ended with the returner tackled inside the 25? More than two, I bet.
The KO returner with the highest avg this year is averaging 28 yards/return. Assuming those returns start with 2 yards, one way or the other, of the goal line, let’s say that means he gets it out to the 28 yard line on average. BFD. Just take it at the 25.
Punts are even worse.
If you have one of those talented, once-in-a-decade guys, okay. But otherwise, forget it.
And do NOT put Kupp back there. FFS.