Tough to overcome all those no calls against Detroit. Listening to PFT Live right now and Chris Simms and Florio are spending a decent amount of time talking about the majority of calls going in favour of the Lions. Spent a lot of time on the how the ref didn’t call roughing the passer on the Lions when Stafford was hit by the entire defensive line.   For me it is cathartic to hear this.

Anyway, it was  good game. Morris does a great job making adjustments after halftime. We saw it last night, and we saw it all year. At the time I was disappointed that Kyren Williams wasn’t involved inside the ten on the Rams first drive that ended in a FG. In retrospect, the Lions were strong against the run all night so perhaps nothing would have happened there. Although, Williams has had great results in the screen game deep in the redzone.

Moving forward I am excited to see upgrades in the secondary. It would also be nice to see Hoecht and Jonah Williams replaced. Another threat at wide receiver might be needed if Kupp has some sort of long term injury. Fun season.

The playoffs are where glaring weaknesses  get exposed. I think the Rams problems in the secondary are going to be an issue.  The Lions offensive line is good. The Rams pass rush isn’t good enough to consistently win battles leaving the shaky secondary vulnerable. Goff, Brown, LaPorta and Reynolds will have big games. The lions have a solid ground attack to balance things out. Don’t get me started on the Rams ST issues. These problems will show up at least once.

The Lions problems defending the pass are well documented but I don’t see it as being a big enough issue for the Rams to overcome in a hostile environment. Lions win 34 – 17.

I guess Jones is a load bearing wall now.

The Rams won’t be favourites regardless of who they play in the WC round, but I would much rather they play the Lions than the Cowboys. I hadn’t even considered that they would rest any healthy players vs. the Niners.

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Maher doesn’t make me feel much better, but at this point in the season I guess it makes sense.

I was curious about Ethan Evans. In 2022 while playing for Wingate he made 10 out of 18 field goal attempts with a long of 41 yards.  I’d rather they bring back Lansford.

And another thing again…3 TD’s from Kyren! I love that guy.

All the areas of vulnerability looked vulnerable today. Special teams, the secondary, the offensive line when a starter doesn’t play are things that are why will either cost the Rams a playoff berth or cause a first round exit. Still super psyched about how this team continues to push on and find ways to win with som many young guys and late additions. A winning season? Wow.   Interesting storyline with Crosby missing an extra point and the game winning field goal.

On another note I watched most of the second half from a beachside bar in Aruba. I am disappointed to say that I am an obnoxious football fan after only a couple of margaritas.  I was very much a stereotype today. So I’d like to apologize to everyone for my behaviour.

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One thing that I’ve never been clear on is what are the responsibilities of an OC working with Seam McVay. They’re not calling plays, so what do they do exactly? I’m not trying to dismiss their roles, clearly some of them have been well regarded or else they wouldn’t be head coaches right now.

BTW zn, I think that I take your game day work on this board for granted. I really like scrolling though everything you post here before and after games. It’s nice to have everything in one place. Thank you.

I’m still trying to figure out how Nacua made that sliding catch with the defender’s arm across his chest. A rookie sensation indeed. Stafford is absolutely stellar right now.  Another Kyren TD.

I despise the Rams special teams play right now. Extremely bothersome to know that the offense can be fantastic and the defense can be good enough, but the special teams can throw it all away.

It’s the end of December and the Rams are a game over .500 and in the playoff hunt. Did not see this coming back in August.

That final goal line stand ended up with a Washington TD but it was a crucial moment in the Rams overcoming brutal late game efforts from Havrisik and Kedrick. I can’t wait until the Rams upgrade Kendrick. Bobby Brown was important today. Kyren Williams remains a pleasure to watch, despite the fumbles. Hope he’s fresh on the short week.

The Saints must think that there are yards to gain through the air against this defense. I know I would if I were them.

zn wrote:

Albert Breer@AlbertBreer I’ve felt this way for a while, and I think it’s really showing up today: The NFL has an offensive line issue.

This has been a talking point of Pat Kirwin on Sirius NFL Radio for a while. Same reasons suggested. Also some talk of college offenses being a contributor.

Edits I would make were I able:

An inconsistent pass rush isn’t doing the db’s any favours but there were some costly blown coverages in this game

I shouldn’t post when I am in a rush.

I’ve said it before but I think Kyren is the best red zone weapon that the Rams have had in quite some time.