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I tweeted about this late last night, but wanted to share my thoughts and some stats about the remaining schedule. After six games, I think we can all get a feel for how good a team actually is. So without further ado...
7. CARDINALS (3-3)
Perhaps the biggest test of the season so far. Can the Rams head into their bye week at 5-2 atop the division or will the Cardinals cause more chaos in the NFC West standings? Lead by their newest acquisition, RB Adrian Peterson, Arizona's offense came to life last Sunday against the Bucs. If the Rams hope to beat the Cards, they must contain AP. The Rams are 0-2 when playing in the international series.
8. ---BYE WEEK---
Fuck the Seahawks!
9. at GIANTS (1-5)
The New York Giants dominated a good Broncos squad at Mile High last Sunday. Three of New York's five losses have been by 5 points or less. Even without star WR Odell Beckham Jr., the Giants have averaged 23 points over the last four weeks. No one should overlook the New York Giants.
10. TEXANS (3-3)
DE J.J. Watt is out for the rest of the season, but the bigger story here is that rookie QB Deshaun Watson has the Texans offense firing on all cylinders right now. Over the past four weeks, Houston has scored 33, 57, 34, and 33 points. Be prepared for a shootout when Houston comes to town!
11. at VIKINGS (4-2)
Minnesota is currently sitting at 1st place in the NFC North. Even though the Viking offense, lead by former Rams QB Case Keenum, hasn't blown anyone away, the defense has really clamped down on the opposition. Teams facing the Vikings are only averaging 17 points per game. With Packer QB Aaron Rodgers out of the picture, you better believe the Minnesota Vikings will be pushing hard for a division title.
12. SAINTS (3-2)
The Saints have come marching back to become one of the hottest teams in the NFL. The New Orleans offense is no longer relying on the arm of QB Drew Brees to beat teams. RBs Mark Ingram and Alvin Kamara have left defenses looking like Swiss Cheese. Speaking of defense, the Saints have forced 9 turnovers in the last three games. That's pretty damn good!
13. at CARDINALS (3-3)
Mentioned them earlier. We'll know more after playing them this Sunday.
14. EAGLES (5-1)
Arguably the best team in football after 6 weeks, the Philadelphia Eagles (1st in the NFC East) are flying over the competition. They've won close games and blowouts. They beat the Redskins, Cardinals, and Panthers, and their only loss was by 7 points at KC. Welcome to the first Goff vs Wentz Bowl!
15. at SEAHAWKS (3-2)
Death. Taxes. Playing at Seattle late in the season. Perhaps the most difficult stadium to play at in all of sports, this game could very well be for the NFC West title. The Rams outplayed the Seahawks in week 5 but could not put points on the board. If Los Angeles finishes drives against the Legion of Boom and stops QB Russell Wilson, the Rams will win this game. It is much easier said than done...
16. at TITANS (3-3)
The AFC South leading Tennessee Titans have been wildly inconsistent in 2017. Wins: at Jaguars, vs Seahawks, vs Colts. Losses: vs Raiders, at Texans, at Dolphins. If healthy, QB Marcus Mariota can cause problems for the opposition. The Titan defense looks beatable. Other than that, more information is needed about this Tennessee team.
17. 49ERS (0-6)
After one of the greatest Thursday Night Football games of all time, the 49ers and Rams will again do battle for another chapter in this historic NFC West rivalry to close out the 2017 regular season. Star LB Navarro Bowman was released earlier this month and QB Brian Hoyer was benched last Sunday against the Redskins in favor of rookie C.J. Beathard. Even with all of these distractions, the 49ers have only lost their past five games by 3 points or less. They are playing every opponent close and will likely pick up some wins by the time they visit the Rams. This could quite possibly be a game where the 49ers try to spoil an LA Rams playoff berth.
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If the Rams make the playoffs, they definitely will have earned it. As @A55VA6 said, this is "tough but doable" for the Rams.
7. CARDINALS (3-3)
Perhaps the biggest test of the season so far. Can the Rams head into their bye week at 5-2 atop the division or will the Cardinals cause more chaos in the NFC West standings? Lead by their newest acquisition, RB Adrian Peterson, Arizona's offense came to life last Sunday against the Bucs. If the Rams hope to beat the Cards, they must contain AP. The Rams are 0-2 when playing in the international series.
8. ---BYE WEEK---
Fuck the Seahawks!
9. at GIANTS (1-5)
The New York Giants dominated a good Broncos squad at Mile High last Sunday. Three of New York's five losses have been by 5 points or less. Even without star WR Odell Beckham Jr., the Giants have averaged 23 points over the last four weeks. No one should overlook the New York Giants.
10. TEXANS (3-3)
DE J.J. Watt is out for the rest of the season, but the bigger story here is that rookie QB Deshaun Watson has the Texans offense firing on all cylinders right now. Over the past four weeks, Houston has scored 33, 57, 34, and 33 points. Be prepared for a shootout when Houston comes to town!
11. at VIKINGS (4-2)
Minnesota is currently sitting at 1st place in the NFC North. Even though the Viking offense, lead by former Rams QB Case Keenum, hasn't blown anyone away, the defense has really clamped down on the opposition. Teams facing the Vikings are only averaging 17 points per game. With Packer QB Aaron Rodgers out of the picture, you better believe the Minnesota Vikings will be pushing hard for a division title.
12. SAINTS (3-2)
The Saints have come marching back to become one of the hottest teams in the NFL. The New Orleans offense is no longer relying on the arm of QB Drew Brees to beat teams. RBs Mark Ingram and Alvin Kamara have left defenses looking like Swiss Cheese. Speaking of defense, the Saints have forced 9 turnovers in the last three games. That's pretty damn good!
13. at CARDINALS (3-3)
Mentioned them earlier. We'll know more after playing them this Sunday.
14. EAGLES (5-1)
Arguably the best team in football after 6 weeks, the Philadelphia Eagles (1st in the NFC East) are flying over the competition. They've won close games and blowouts. They beat the Redskins, Cardinals, and Panthers, and their only loss was by 7 points at KC. Welcome to the first Goff vs Wentz Bowl!
15. at SEAHAWKS (3-2)
Death. Taxes. Playing at Seattle late in the season. Perhaps the most difficult stadium to play at in all of sports, this game could very well be for the NFC West title. The Rams outplayed the Seahawks in week 5 but could not put points on the board. If Los Angeles finishes drives against the Legion of Boom and stops QB Russell Wilson, the Rams will win this game. It is much easier said than done...
16. at TITANS (3-3)
The AFC South leading Tennessee Titans have been wildly inconsistent in 2017. Wins: at Jaguars, vs Seahawks, vs Colts. Losses: vs Raiders, at Texans, at Dolphins. If healthy, QB Marcus Mariota can cause problems for the opposition. The Titan defense looks beatable. Other than that, more information is needed about this Tennessee team.
17. 49ERS (0-6)
After one of the greatest Thursday Night Football games of all time, the 49ers and Rams will again do battle for another chapter in this historic NFC West rivalry to close out the 2017 regular season. Star LB Navarro Bowman was released earlier this month and QB Brian Hoyer was benched last Sunday against the Redskins in favor of rookie C.J. Beathard. Even with all of these distractions, the 49ers have only lost their past five games by 3 points or less. They are playing every opponent close and will likely pick up some wins by the time they visit the Rams. This could quite possibly be a game where the 49ers try to spoil an LA Rams playoff berth.
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If the Rams make the playoffs, they definitely will have earned it. As @A55VA6 said, this is "tough but doable" for the Rams.
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