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September 19, 2025 at 2:43 pm in reply to: setting up “E-gals” game–roster stuff, injuries, comments, broadcast map #158117
znModerator.@RamsNFL @emmanuelforbes7 v @Eagles @1kalwaysopen_ a matchup to pay attention to now that Forbes is the starting CB for the Rams. It's an "Egg Bowl" matchup. #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/ENZnSuYq7J
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) September 19, 2025
September 19, 2025 at 2:01 pm in reply to: setting up “E-gals” game–roster stuff, injuries, comments, broadcast map #158115znModeratorznModeratorHe’s not a “system WR.” Not in terms of how that is usually meant. He does have certain skills and abilities as a receiver that could fit into any system.
But…McVay takes special advantage of those skills and abilities.
He is not in the mold of an Ellard, Bruce, Holt, or Adams. He’s not “built” that way. Those guys were receivers in dancers’ bodies. Nakua is more like a tight end in a receiver’s body. But it’s also a bit more than that–for example, the way his feet work on sideline catches. I think of him as a more gifted version of a Hines Ward or Anquan Boldin.
He does things that go way beyond “being a system guy.” Along with his feet, his physicality and hunger for the ball are special attributes. You remember the great 37 yard sideline catch in the snow late in the Eagles playoff game? That’s not a system guy making that catch. He also has a very strong awareness of how to play against zone defenses (he shares that with Kupp and in fact Kupp probably tutored him with that).
September 19, 2025 at 10:29 am in reply to: The Stafford thread…update 12/31: huge S.I. article #158109znModeratorfrom Eagles Opponent Film Room: Scouting the Los Angeles Rams’ offense — https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/eagles-game-preview/158792/eagles-opponent-film-room-scouting-the-los-angeles-rams-offense
Los Angeles Rams Offense
Deep Passes
The Rams’ deep passing attack is still one of the best marriages of scheme and execution in the league. From under center, often in 12 personnel, Sean McVay builds everything off wide and inside zone looks. Receivers motion into the backfield or across the formation, holding defenders in place and creating just enough hesitation to open up shots down the field. When linebackers take a false step, Matthew Stafford is quick to fire into the void.
Rams Offense All22 Preview. 1) No surprises here, but the down the field passing game relies on outstanding accuracy from Stafford and a heavy dose of play-action, especially from under-center. Not many teams marry their passing game to their run games better than the Rams do! pic.twitter.com/AIZfl9EinG
— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) September 18, 2025
Stafford remains devastatingly accurate downfield. He hits crossers and digs in stride, threading throws into tight windows even when the defense has the numbers. That gap between the second and third level of the defense is where Stafford makes a living. He’s an exceptional thrower of the football.
2) Similar idea here with the under-center play-action. Stafford will hit that gap between the safeties/linebackers over and over again. When Stafford is kept unprotected there is no one better at slinging it down the field. pic.twitter.com/RA8hwZihyt
— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) September 18, 2025
Add Davante Adams to the mix, and the offense goes to a new level. For years, this was a scheme-dominant passing attack, but now it can win with individual brilliance. Adams still wins one-on-one with precise route running and physicality, while Puka Nacua is more of a threat against zone coverage with his feel for space. The Rams can beat you both ways, and that duality makes them a very tough offense to stop. They only have two outstanding weapons, but they can win in different ways.
3) The biggest improvement between this year's offense and previous versions is the addition of Davante Adams. He's still awesome. The nuances of his route running and ability to get open is still fantastic. The Rams' can win down the field with scheme as well as individual… pic.twitter.com/ZBLIru8Bdl
— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) September 18, 2025
The Eagles’ secondary will be tested in discipline and communication. Motion and shifts change the picture late, and if safeties fly downhill too quickly, Stafford will make them pay. If I were the Eagles, I wouldn’t be too aggressive early on against the run, and I would be more wary of throws over my head. I would trust my defensive line to stop a Rams’ rushing attack that hasn’t been that dominant so far this year.
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Some of the Rams’ passing designs in the red zone, in particular, are exceptional. Just look at this…
6) This is so good. The Rams at their best. They show run and have the receiver come in like he's blocking the C-gap. The whole defense flows to the right, then Stafford rolls out and hits the TE on the corner route. Stafford can roll out to his right and left and still throw… pic.twitter.com/rkend4aHE2
— Jonny Page (@JonnyPage9) September 18, 2025
Many of their scores are textbook McVay: play-action naked bootlegs where Stafford rolls out to find a receiver in the flat or on the corner. They love stressing the edge defender with a run fake, forcing him to choose between the back and the quarterback’s rollout. Stafford can throw effectively, rolling either way, which makes their bootleg game incredibly effective. There are very few quarterbacks who can roll to their left and throw like this!
September 19, 2025 at 9:46 am in reply to: setting up “E-gals” game–roster stuff, injuries, comments, broadcast map #158106znModerator“Kevin Patullo is learning on the fly… The pass game has been very static, very conservative.”
“I thought there were 4 or 5 times where Jalen had his eyes in the wrong place.”@GregCosell on the Eagles offense so far this season: pic.twitter.com/GpqJCKA3vh
— Ross Tucker Podcast (@RossTuckerPod) September 19, 2025
znModeratorThat’s great, but… honestly… I’ve NEVER allowed a sack. I’m not saying that to brag. It’s just a fact.
I want to see negative sacks on offense.
That is, where the Rams pass protection on offense is so good, it is the defensive pass rusher who is listed as having been sacked.
znModeratorLos Angeles Rams PR@TheLARamsPR
Rams’ Center Coleman Shelton ranks 7th in run blocking grade (79.7) among all offensive linemen in the NFL (min 50% snaps played), according to @PFF. He also hasn’t allowed a sack in his last 221 pass blocking snaps, according to TruMedia.znModeratorLos Angeles Rams PR@TheLARamsPR
According to @PFF, the Rams are one of two teams in the NFL that have two EDGE defenders who rank in the top-10 in pass rush grade – Byron Young (90.1) and Jared Verse (80.2) (min 50% snaps played).znModeratorStu Jackson@StuJRams
Some high praise from Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula today on rookie OLB Josaiah Stewart:“For an edge guy going into his third game, he’s playing at a really, really high level, and we’re excited by what we’ve seen.”
Full quote:
znModeratorWyatt Miller@wymill07
Through 2 games, Byron Young leads the Rams in sacks (3), pressures (9) and pass rush win rate (24.5%), ranking 4th, 13th and 12th among edge rushers league-wide.September 18, 2025 at 7:20 pm in reply to: setting up “E-gals” game–roster stuff, injuries, comments, broadcast map #158095znModeratorRams Practice Report: The Battle For Snaps Has Intensified
Brock Vierra
https://www.si.com/nfl/rams/los-angeles-kyren-williams-blake-corum-eagles
WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams continued in their week three preparations as they look to take on the Philadelphia Eagles in a rematch of last season’s NFC Divisional Round playoff game. The Rams have been unified in their message that this is an important game because all NFL games are important, but while the Eagles themselves may not be the first thing on the team’s mind, getting over the hurdle that is a strong, tested opponent is.
Here’s what I saw in practice.
The battle for snaps has intensified as there are three factors for which we could see movement along the average snaps dolled out so far.
The Interior Defensive Line
Make no mistake about it, Kobie Turner and Poona Ford will get theirs but with Braden Fiske’s game status up in the air, Tyler Davis has taken initiative in drills and his steady improvement is as clear as day. Not only has there been a continuous improvement with his hands, his feet are quick, his base is low and his punch is coming out with a thud.
Tyler Davis
While we won’t know what the snap count will look like until game time, Davis has made it clear that whenever he gets called upon, he will be ready to carry the Clemson tradition of dominant defensive linemen when he puts on the colors of the Rams.
Kyren Williams and Blake Corum
Sean McVay stated that the snap split will likely be 65:35 in favor of Williams, but on the field, especially during individual drills, Corum is pushing Williams to the limit. Don’t be mistaken, Williams has been flying at full speed. This appears to be another situation of iron sharpening iron.
Blake Corum
Make no mistake, it’s all love in the running back room, especially since both men have come from programs where selfless service towards the ultimate goal is an ingrained mindset, but just because they’re giving as teammates does not mean they’re not trying to take as many snaps as each man can.
While Williams remains the better all-around player, Corum’s shiftiness, vision, and explosive movements into gaps are hard to ignore. In fact, it’s down right mesmerizing.
Terrance Ferguson continues to grow
Everything about Ferguson’s work ethic and approach says he wants to play right now and while he’s improved in his abilities as a blocker, there remains a few details about the game and a few nuances about the position Ferguson has yet to master.
Still though, Ferguson will get his shot soon. However, McVay is more than justified with his slow and steady approach because come the later part of the season, Ferguson is one of several aces McVay is keeping under wraps.
znModeratorWyatt Miller@wymill07
Through 2 games in 2025, the Rams rank 5th in explosive run rate at 8.7%. Although it’s a very small sample size, that’s a large increase from the past few years.znModeratorJohn Frascella (Football)@NFLFrascella
Top 10 Cornerbacks in the NFL this season, according to PFF:1. Keisean Nixon & Sauce Gardner, tied
3. Cobie Durant
4. Donte Jackson
5. Tarheeb Still
6. Jacob Parrish
7. Carrington Valentine
8. Roger McCreary
9. Dax Hill
10. Will JohnsonSeptember 18, 2025 at 9:45 am in reply to: around the league going into week 3 (including NFC west) #158088znModeratorSeptember 18, 2025 at 9:19 am in reply to: around the league going into week 3 (including NFC west) #158087znModeratorMy how times have changed.
Kickers nowadays routinely make 50- and 60-yard field goals.
On September 17, 1978, NBC's Marv Albert and Bob Trumpy were incredulous that the #Seahawks' Efrén Herrera — a Pro Bowler and one of the best kickers of his era — connected on a 45-yarder. pic.twitter.com/yvrhHD27NO
— Kevin Gallagher (@KevG163) September 18, 2025
September 17, 2025 at 10:42 pm in reply to: setting up “E-gals” game–roster stuff, injuries, comments, broadcast map #158085znModeratorLos Angeles Rams PR@TheLARamsPR
The Rams have won six straight regular season road games dating back to last season.znModeratorNate Atkins@NateAtkins_
Davante Adams is seeing 80% of his catches go for first downs.The only players with more catches and higher first-down rate: Amon-Ra St. Brown and Tetairoa McMillan.
So, Adams hasn’t been most efficient on a per-target basis, but the ones he’s catching are doing some damage.
znModeratorSosa Kremenjas@QBsMVP
For reference, defensive spending:Rams: $53.9M (cheapest)
Steelers: $162.8M (most expensive)September 17, 2025 at 6:14 pm in reply to: setting up “E-gals” game–roster stuff, injuries, comments, broadcast map #158082znModeratorBrock Vierra@BrockVierra
Per Sean McVay: Steve Avila and Braden Fiske will not practice on Wednesday.Colby Parkinson is limited
Game status unknown at this time
September 17, 2025 at 3:32 pm in reply to: The Stafford thread…update 12/31: huge S.I. article #158081znModeratorStafford has completed seven of his nine passes at least 20 yards down the field, and the only two incompletions were drops. Excluding drops, Stafford is 7-for-7 for 198 yards.
Pro Football Focus shed some light on Stafford’s eye-popping stats on deep balls, showing just how good he’s been on throws at least 20 yards down the field. According to PFF, he has a perfect 99.9 grade on deep passes, by far the best grade of any quarterback in the NFL. Brock Purdy is second with a 94.0 grade, and that’s in just one game.
znModeratorJ.B. Long@JB_Long
Sacks since 2023 by players drafted since 2023, per NFL Research@RamsNFL – 55
TB – 27.5
PHI – 23September 17, 2025 at 1:37 pm in reply to: setting up “E-gals” game–roster stuff, injuries, comments, broadcast map #158075znModerator
znModeratorNate Atkins@NateAtkins_
The Rams have the No. 2 most explosive offense (No. 1 passing game) and are No. 4 at preventing explosive plays on defense (No. 1 against the run) through two games.All will be put to the test in some major ways in Philly this week.
September 17, 2025 at 12:08 pm in reply to: setting up “E-gals” game–roster stuff, injuries, comments, broadcast map #158072znModeratorRams are 2nd in sacks, Eagles are 31st
The Eagles have had a hard time getting to the quarterback this season, recording only two sacks in two games. That’s tied for the second-fewest in the NFL, with only the Panthers having fewer.
The Rams are near the top of the league with eight sacks, tied for second. Their 69 sack yards are also the most in the NFL, so they’re creating big losses for the opponent by getting the quarterback on the ground.
znModerator2024 dime vs 2025 dime
Stewart in Hoecht's spot.
Cobie at star (denoted opp in 13 personnel)Curl at dime LBer, with McCollough doing that last year (and this yr, too) TYHose thow are moving back and forth.
1. Rams nickel/dime defense was one of the best in NFL past 2 years/ pic.twitter.com/dSUOl2ej8g
— Jim Youngblood 53 (@53_jim70721) September 17, 2025
znModeratorHow every 2-0 team stacks up by expected points added per offensive play
1. Bills: 0.21
2. Colts: 0.18
3. Buccaneers: 0.15
4. Packers: 0.13
5. Rams: 0.11
6. Chargers: 0.09
7. Cardinals: 0.08
8. 49ers: 0.08
9. Eagles: 0.04
10. Bengals: -0.10Looking at the other 9 teams in the top 10 of this stat, the Rams play 5 teams and 7 games against them (Colts, Bux, ARZ x 2, SF x 2, Eagles).
znModeratorWhile no one will claim the Rams have the best offense in the NFL yet, L.A. proved through two weeks it’s an efficient unit. The Rams rank fifth in expected points added (EPA) per offensive play, per The 33rd Team, behind only the Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Green Bay Packers.
The 33rd Team@The33rdTeamFB
How every 2-0 team stacks up by expected points added per offensive play
1. Bills: 0.21
2. Colts: 0.18
3. Buccaneers: 0.15
4. Packers: 0.13
5. Rams: 0.11
6. Chargers: 0.09
7. Cardinals: 0.08
8. 49ers: 0.08
9. Eagles: 0.04
10. Bengals: -0.10September 17, 2025 at 3:08 am in reply to: The Stafford thread…update 12/31: huge S.I. article #158066znModerator.@RamsNFL @Titans never get tired of watching the talent and skill of Stafford. #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/Rps6UdydtX
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) September 17, 2025
znModeratorHere’s a roundup of power rankings for the Rams after Week 2.
USA Today: No. 5
For all of the headlines this offense generates, the defense has surrendered just one TD − a figure no other club can match.ESPN: No. 6
Despite missing a significant portion of training camp with an aggravated disk in his back, Stafford has played well to start the season. Coach Sean McVay said Stafford was “in total command” in the second half of the Rams’ victory over the Titans. And although Stafford didn’t get as much training camp practice time as he had hoped with new wide receiver Davante Adams, the pair showed the chemistry they have built Sunday, connecting six times for 106 yards and a touchdown.Sports Illustrated: No. 7
Fourteen catches for nearly 200 yards for the combination of Puka Nacua and Davante Adams in a win over the Titans. This is a defense that has settled in for the long haul as a top-10 pressure unit in the NFL after torturing C.J. Stroud and Cam Ward in back-to-back weeks. I’m warming to the idea that this is a possible Super Bowl team.The Athletic: No. 7
The 32-year-old hasn’t reached that mark since 2022, but he looks good paired with Matthew Stafford. On Sunday, Adams had 106 yards on six catches (and 13 targets). He also had his first touchdown in Los Angeles. Adams and the defense made the Rams look like the NFC West favorites.Yahoo Sports: No. 7
The Rams really wanted to get Davante Adams going Sunday. He had 13 targets, and turned them into six catches for 106 yards and a touchdown. The Adams and Puka Nacua combination is going to be lethal.The Sporting News: No. 7
The Rams are doing what they need to do, beating lesser AFC South opponents with their young defense. Few teams are as predictable and spectacular at the same time. Matthew Stafford’s back seems fine, doesn’t it?znModeratorNate Atkins@NateAtkins_
The Rams are playing the third-highest rate of Cover-3 through two weeks but lead the NFL in Expected Points Added per dropback.Curious to see how they handle the loss of Ahkello Witherspoon. Safety play has been really strong, which helps. But tougher tests are coming.
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