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October 21, 2014 at 11:49 am #10105
RamBillParticipantThe Film Don’t Lie: Rams
By Nick Wagonerhttp://espn.go.com/blog/st-louis-rams/post/_/id/12826/the-film-dont-lie-st-louis-rams-2
A weekly look at what the St. Louis Rams must fix:
As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare for this week’s game against the Rams, you’ll have to excuse them if they salivate watching the Rams try to defend running plays outside the tackles. The Rams currently sit 28th in the league in rushing yards allowed per game but a closer look reveals they actually haven’t been all that bad when it comes to slowing down the run, so long as it’s coming up the middle.
The Chiefs’ tape review will reveal a Rams defense capable of slowing top running backs around the league but getting gashed by secondary ball carriers who can do their damage on the perimeter.
Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson is the latest to exploit the Rams on the outside. For the year, the Rams have allowed 48 carries for 391 yards outside the tackles, an average of 8.15 yards per attempt, which ranks last in the league. The Rams have been solid inside, holding opponents to 485 yards on 127 carries, an average of 3.82 yards per attempt, which ranks 10th in the NFL.
Kansas City will put those numbers to the test this week, as the Chiefs rank fourth in the NFL on runs outside the tackles with an average of 5.96 yards per attempt.
One possible solution could be the pending return of cornerback Trumaine Johnson from a knee injury. Johnson is the Rams’ biggest and most physical corner and his presence would help set the edge better but it remains to be seen when he’ll be back. Beyond that, the Rams must get more production from linebacker Alec Ogletree, who has disappointed so far in 2014.
October 21, 2014 at 11:49 am #10104RamBillParticipantDid the release of Ray-Ray Armstrong wake up the Rams and force them to clean up the penalties? Nick Wagoner talks to Randy Karraker and D’Marco Farr.
http://www.rams-news.com/did-ray-rays-release-contribute-to-better-discipline-radio-interview/
October 21, 2014 at 1:14 pm #10109RamBillParticipantNick Wagoner jumped in studio with Kevin Wheeler to discuss the win this weekend, what he saw as progress, does this make the schedule moving forward less daunting, and then they previewed the Chiefs, how to stop the running attack, what the challenges the Chiefs present, and more.
http://www.rams-news.com/nick-wagoner-on-ram-progress-radio-interview/
October 21, 2014 at 1:58 pm #10110RamBillParticipantOn today’s Breakfast With Bernie, the Post-Dispatch’s Bernie Miklasz applauds Jeff Fisher for his aggressive coaching mentality and how it can benefit the Rams going forward. (2:08)
http://www.rams-news.com/bernie-trick-play-brings-rams-confidence-video/
October 21, 2014 at 4:15 pm #10114RamBillParticipantRams rookie review: Week 7
By Nick Wagonerhttp://espn.go.com/blog/st-louis-rams/post/_/id/12836/rams-rookie-review-week-7
EARTH CITY, Mo. — A look at playing time and production of each of the St. Louis Rams’ drafted rookies and a quick glimpse at the undrafted rookie class in Sunday’s 28-26 win against the Seattle Seahawks.
OL Greg Robinson, first round, No. 2 overall: In his second NFL start, Robinson was every bit as solid as he was in his first. He played all 49 offensive snaps and five more on special teams and was particularly effective in the run game. He’s at his best when pulling and on the move and has been fine in pass protection.
DT Aaron Donald, first round, No. 13 overall: Donald has been even better than Robinson and perhaps the team’s most consistent defensive player the past two weeks. He earned my game ball for Sunday with five tackles, three for loss, a sack and two quarterback hits on 51 defensive snaps as he dominated Seattle guard James Carpenter. Donald has quietly nudged his way into the conversation for Defensive Rookie of the Year.
DB Lamarcus Joyner, second round, No. 41 overall: Joyner played 43 snaps on defense and nine more on special teams in what was one of his busiest days yet. Joyner didn’t have any plays that really stood out either way, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing when you play his position. He finished with seven tackles, which was second most on the team.
RB Tre Mason, third round, No. 75 overall: Mason has begun staking a claim to the starting job, leading the team’s backs in snaps (26) and carries (18) against Seattle. Despite a near disastrous late fumble, Mason was mostly effective, rushing for 85 yards and his first NFL touchdown. At the very least, he’s positioned himself for more work moving forward.
S Maurice Alexander, fourth round, No. 110 overall: Alexander was a pregame inactive against Seattle.
CB E.J. Gaines, sixth round, No. 188 overall: Gaines played all 71 defensive snaps and seven more on special teams. It wasn’t his best day in coverage, with the usual array of ups and downs, but he finished with six tackles, a quarterback hit and a pass defensed.
C Demetrius Rhaney, seventh round, No. 250 overall: Rhaney is on injured reserve for the season with a knee injury.
Undrafted rookie roundup: Cornerback Marcus Roberson got his first extended opportunity on defense, playing 13 snaps there in place of an injured Janoris Jenkins. Roberson finished with a tackle and also played seven snaps on special teams. … Defensive lineman Ethan Westbrooks was inactive after a hand injury kept him out of practice most of last week. … Running back Trey Watts played 18 snaps on special teams, and tight end Alex Bayer chipped in 14 more in a similar role.
October 21, 2014 at 8:00 pm #10137RamBillParticipantSuper Bowl champ Torry Holt tells us why Brian Quick has finally broken out on the field and talks about how Quick’s production will lead to a dynamic offense. He talks with Randy Karraker and D’Marco Farr.
http://www.rams-news.com/is-brian-quick-the-key-to-the-rams-offense-radio-interview/
October 22, 2014 at 5:02 pm #10182RamBillParticipantESPN Rams reporter Nick Wagoner says the team’s defense against the pass should improve as players return. They gave up huge yardage vs. SF and Seattle but Tru Johnson and Brandon McGee are close to returning.
http://www.rams-news.com/wagoner-rams-get-healthy-in-defensive-backfield-video/
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