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The Ravens pose another test for the Rams as they not only have a good defense but a much better offense. Jackson's mobility is a major concern as the Rams struggle against mobile QBs. Jackson can and does play from the pocket. Early in his career Jackson was strictly an RPO QB but that has been changing over the years.
Defensively, the Ravens are well balanced against the run and pass. That said they can be run against so McVay's commitment to the run will be tested. Williams is the kind of RB that can give the Ravens trouble. The Rams must capitalize on scoring opportunities, i.e. take the points when you can and do not chase them. Stafford must play a clean game, i.e. no turnovers. He's good enough to beat the Raven defense if the Rams can also run the ball. A balanced offense can beat the Ravens.
Defensively, for the Rams, the key will be to play contain. This is where Donald and Turner can be the key. Play contain with the edges and pressure Jackson up the middle while containing him on the edges. Force Jackson to make quick decisions and play that way from the pocket. That is his weakness. Morris can't play soft. Jackson will eat up soft schemes.
Offensively the Ravens are very similar to the Rams in terms of tendencies and effectiveness. They run and pass slightly better than the Rams but it's hard to tell considering the competition they have played, i.e. their schedule has been far softer. I think the Rams will be a real test for them as well. The Rams will play with confidence, and the Ram offense if they can be balanced will be a challenge for their defense.
Justin Madubike is their DE. His game is power more than speed. That should play to Jackson's strength where he struggles with speed. Clowney plays opposite edge, i.e. on the strongside. He offers both power and speed and will be a challenge for Havenstein if not given a chip assist. If Puka can play and Kupp continues to improve his health I like the Ram's matchup with the Raven defense. If there is going to be a mismatch it will be their offense against the Ram D.
The Raven offense is much better than the Brown offense. I don't see them turning the ball over or other gifts. IMO the game will be won or lost on defense for the Rams. The Rams will probably have to score 35 pts to have a chance to win. I'm anticipating an outright shootout offensive game.
The bottom line is the Rams can win if they can run well enough to control the TOP to limit the Raven's scoring opportunities, so yeah the Rams definitely have a chance in this game. If the Rams can play the Niners tough then this is a similar type of game.
IMO if the Rams can beat the Ravens they have a real shot to finish 10-7 or even run the table and finish 11-6. The two biggest challenges remaining on the schedule are the Ravens and Niners. This season has gotten really interesting!
Defensively, the Ravens are well balanced against the run and pass. That said they can be run against so McVay's commitment to the run will be tested. Williams is the kind of RB that can give the Ravens trouble. The Rams must capitalize on scoring opportunities, i.e. take the points when you can and do not chase them. Stafford must play a clean game, i.e. no turnovers. He's good enough to beat the Raven defense if the Rams can also run the ball. A balanced offense can beat the Ravens.
Defensively, for the Rams, the key will be to play contain. This is where Donald and Turner can be the key. Play contain with the edges and pressure Jackson up the middle while containing him on the edges. Force Jackson to make quick decisions and play that way from the pocket. That is his weakness. Morris can't play soft. Jackson will eat up soft schemes.
Offensively the Ravens are very similar to the Rams in terms of tendencies and effectiveness. They run and pass slightly better than the Rams but it's hard to tell considering the competition they have played, i.e. their schedule has been far softer. I think the Rams will be a real test for them as well. The Rams will play with confidence, and the Ram offense if they can be balanced will be a challenge for their defense.
Justin Madubike is their DE. His game is power more than speed. That should play to Jackson's strength where he struggles with speed. Clowney plays opposite edge, i.e. on the strongside. He offers both power and speed and will be a challenge for Havenstein if not given a chip assist. If Puka can play and Kupp continues to improve his health I like the Ram's matchup with the Raven defense. If there is going to be a mismatch it will be their offense against the Ram D.
The Raven offense is much better than the Brown offense. I don't see them turning the ball over or other gifts. IMO the game will be won or lost on defense for the Rams. The Rams will probably have to score 35 pts to have a chance to win. I'm anticipating an outright shootout offensive game.
The bottom line is the Rams can win if they can run well enough to control the TOP to limit the Raven's scoring opportunities, so yeah the Rams definitely have a chance in this game. If the Rams can play the Niners tough then this is a similar type of game.
IMO if the Rams can beat the Ravens they have a real shot to finish 10-7 or even run the table and finish 11-6. The two biggest challenges remaining on the schedule are the Ravens and Niners. This season has gotten really interesting!
