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Los Angeles Rams
Quarterback grade: Jared Goff, 50.2
Wet conditions hamper Goff in QB’s debut
A combination of the conditions and conservative play-calling contributed to a mediocre debut for first-overall pick Jared Goff. Goff only attempted four passes of 20 yards or more downfield, and was zero-for-four on those attempts. The offensive line struggled to hold up in pass protection, which led to designed quick throws, as 24 of his 31 attempts traveled less than 10 yards. Under rainy conditions, Goff did a nice job of not turning the ball over, although there were a few occasions where he forced some throws into close coverage. In the coming weeks, one would like to see the Rams push the ball downfield more in the passing game, as Goff finished with just 4.4 yards per attempt.
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Top offensive grades:
G Roger Saffold, 82.2
T Rob Havenstein, 71.7
G Cody Wichmann, 70.7
WR Tavon Austin, 69.7
HB Todd Gurley, 58.9
Offensive line struggles in pass protection
The offensive line had a tough day against the Dolphins’ front, surrendering 12 quarterback hurries and two sacks. LT Greg Robinson was accountable for five of those hurries, on his way to a 47.3 pass-protection grade; Robinson has now allowed 21 QB hurries on the year, which ties his total from a season ago. The Rams did make a concerted effort to get the ground game going, and early on, it looked as though it might, as Todd Gurley burst through for a 24-yard touchdown in the first quarter. The production dropped off steeply from there, though, as Gurley had only 51 yards on 19 carries apart from the touchdown run. Running lanes closed up quickly on him, as G Roger Saffold and C Tim Barnes were the only linemen to earn above a 67.0 run-blocking grade. WR Kenny Britt was Goff’s favorite target on the day, as he threw his way seven times, none of which resulted in explosive plays, as Britt averaged 8.6 yards per reception.
Top defensive grades:
DT Aaron Donald, 85.2
LB Mark Barron, 84.9
DT Michael Brockers, 82.8
S T.J. McDonald, 81.7
S Maurice Alexander, 79.6
Rams’ defense falters down the stretch
Los Angeles’ defense completely smothered Miami’s offense for about three and a half quarters in the game, forcing 10 punts and an interception on the Dolphins’ first 11 drives. DT Aaron Donald and DT Michael Brockers completely took away the inside zone runs that Miami favors, earning 85.4 and 84.2 run-defense grades, respectively. LB Mark Barron was also a force in the run game, finishing with 11 tackles, five run stops, and a team-best 86.8 run-defense grade. Things fell apart for the Rams on the final drive however, and discipline continues to be a major issue for the team. DE Robert Quinn was flagged for three offsides penalties, and Donald gave the Dolphins 15 free yards with a roughing the passer penalty on the game-winning drive. The pass-rush also disappeared at the worst possible time, as Tannehill was pressured just once on the final two drives.
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