20 Random Predictions for 2022-23

[So Ram]

1. The Rams will repeat as Super Bowl champions. There, I said it.

2. Between now and then, the Rams will make an "all in" move that will make other fan bases cringe. Probably, as last year, for a pass rusher.

3. OBJ will be back, and he'll be a factor in the playoffs.

4. Aaron Donald will sign a mega-extension.

5. So will Cooper Kupp, though people will look at his deal and assert that it's "team friendly."

6. Bobby Wagner and Ernest Jones will combine for 250+ tackles.

7. Kyren Williams will have a higher snap count for the year than Darrell Henderson.

8. Tutu Atwell will make the team, contribute some highlight plays, but still disappoint from an overall production standpoint.

9. Taylor Rapp will see his role diminish as he nears the end of his rookie deal, with rookie Quentin Lake becoming part of the rotation.

10. Tom Brady will show his age, while Matt Ryan will find the fountain of youth.

11. Kyler Murray will continue to be viewed as disgruntled, and the Cardinals will fall out of the playoff race by November.

12. Trey Lance will struggle, both on the field and staying healthy.

13. The Broncos won't live up to their hype.

14. The Browns will continue to underperform.

15. Offensive Rookie of the Year: Treylon Burks, Titans

16. Defensive Rookie of the Year: Kyle Hamilton, Ravens

17. Matthew Stafford will cut down significantly on interceptions.

18. Cooper Kupp and Allen Robinson will combine for 20+ TD receptions.

19. I haven't decided who the Rams will beat in the Super Bowl, yet. I've narrowed it down to Buffalo, Indianapolis, or Kansas City. I'll decide around training camp!

20. After winning it all again, Sean McVay will again be asked about retirement/moving on to TV. He'll make us nervous for a while, but then he'll stay.

Do you think you have a chance to be .500 or like Jeff Fisher & go 8-12 ?

 

[So Ram]

I think the Broncos will be a very good team.

But better than LA ?

 

[AvengerRam]

Do you think you have a chance to be .500 or like Jeff Fisher & go 8-12 ?

I THINK I’ll go 20-0, but I may be overconfident.

 

[Selassie I]

Matthew Stafford will continue to take souls at will.

 

[fanotodd]

I always have thought that while Miller made some huge plays at the right times, he also seemed to take plays off or even lack hustle on plays as well. I'm thinking he's not going to be worth that contract sooner rather than later.

Certainly not gonna disagree with you because if anybody knows when to take a play off, it’s a future HOFer playing alongside ANOTHER future HOF. Miller enjoyed the luxury of not being the focal point of the opponent’s strategy for the first time in a many years.

…and that’s what makes your next point spot on. He was getting banged up, dealing with the offensive brunt of one team after another—then he was moved into the perfect situation. Between the weather in Buffalo and him being the primary guy to stop when playing the bills, I’m not expecting much good press by year’s end. Seriously, 21 games to win it all? A couple of those games in January, in Buffalo?
I know he played in Denver for years, but that’s just the point, “for years”. The frozen tundra of lambeau field did not serve Favre well in the end.

 

[Allen2McVay]

I think the Rams will miss Von Miller. Especially in the biggest of games. Not just the dominant pass rush he provided with Donald and Floyd but also, his run-defense. I thought it was outstanding. Don't know if they would have added Robinson and Wagner if Miller re-signed; and I think both can be terrific additions.

I don't watch much live sports in the Spring and Summer.
Analytics and the pace have made baseball almost unwatchable for me; and, while the NBA players are great, the way the game is played and the manner in which teams are built does not entertain me.

So I sometimes watch Rams' games that I taped during the season; and, because I almost have the game-play memorized, I focus on specific players. Beginning with the second Seattle game in mid-December, Von Miller's run-defense was off-the-charts in my opinion.

 

[fanotodd]

Allen2McVay:

Despite my previous post, I too, was impressed with miller’s run defense. He’s a future HOFer for a reason. Now that I’ve been fortunate to see darn near every play AD has played, I’m just not that enamored with edge guys who are only known for sacks—some are easy kills, the likes of which an IDL never gets.

Miller, OTOH, is a complete player, much like Kevin Greene was in his day. I just think he was put in a perfect situation last year, being “second fiddle” next to Donald in a short season. It will be a longer season for him this time around before he finally gets to the playoffs.

 

[majrleaged]

An all L.A. Super Bowl is my wish, ... and the Rams top the Chargers by a TD.

I want any body but the Chargers in the SB. I want the same old chargers. The very talented team that always finds a way to fuck it up. Last year it was go for it no mater what. What will it be this year.

 

[majrleaged]

Allen2McVay:

Despite my previous post, I too, was impressed with miller’s run defense. He’s a future HOFer for a reason. Now that I’ve been fortunate to see darn near every play AD has played, I’m just not that enamored with edge guys who are only known for sacks—some are easy kills, the likes of which an IDL never gets.

Miller, OTOH, is a complete player, much like Kevin Greene was in his day. I just think he was put in a perfect situation last year, being “second fiddle” next to Donald in a short season. It will be a longer season for him this time around before he finally gets to the playoffs.

And the cold will affect old bones. I here the winds off of lake Erie are brutal. I don't think it was a coincidence that Miller healed up and played well in the Cali weather.

 

[majrleaged]

I think the Rams will miss Von Miller. Especially in the biggest of games. Not just the dominant pass rush he provided with Donald and Floyd but also, his run-defense. I thought it was outstanding. Don't know if they would have added Robinson and Wagner if Miller re-signed; and I think both can be terrific additions.

I don't watch much live sports in the Spring and Summer.
Analytics and the pace have made baseball almost unwatchable for me; and, while the NBA players are great, the way the game is played and the manner in which teams are built does not entertain me.

So I sometimes watch Rams' games that I taped during the season; and, because I almost have the game-play memorized, I focus on specific players. Beginning with the second Seattle game in mid-December, Von Miller's run-defense was off-the-charts in my opinion.

Well run defense has been taken care of with Wagner. The guys we have will have to step up on the pass rush.

 

[Allen2McVay]

Well run defense has been taken care of with Wagner. The guys we have will have to step up on the pass rush.

Wagner should definitely help between the tackles, and has good outside range. He should be a clear improvement over Reeder but Miller is an Edge.

Hollins and Lewis are the pair right now that will have to replace Miller. I think Hollins is a good run-defender, and I consider Floyd very good on the opposite side but I just thought Miller was terrific.

 

[Allen2McVay]

Allen2McVay:

Despite my previous post, I too, was impressed with miller’s run defense. He’s a future HOFer for a reason. Now that I’ve been fortunate to see darn near every play AD has played, I’m just not that enamored with edge guys who are only known for sacks—some are easy kills, the likes of which an IDL never gets.

Miller, OTOH, is a complete player, much like Kevin Greene was in his day. I just think he was put in a perfect situation last year, being “second fiddle” next to Donald in a short season. It will be a longer season for him this time around before he finally gets to the playoffs.

Agree. Most Edge rushers ... even the really good ones ... are primarily rushing outside. Miller was terrific stunting and looping to the inside. When I re-watch the Rams' final four Regular Season wins, and their four Post-season victories, there are so many examples. Miller's pressure was frequent, and often created opportunities for inside-DL who were looping outside.

Just one example. End of the NFC Championship Game. Niners' final possession that ended on the Howard-pick. On first down, Miller looped inside and Gaines went outside. Miller's almost immediate pressure forced Garappolo to get rid of the ball, and Gaines almost came-up with an interception.

 

[dang]

I think the Rams will miss Von Miller. Especially in the biggest of games. Not just the dominant pass rush he provided with Donald and Floyd but also, his run-defense. I thought it was outstanding. Don't know if they would have added Robinson and Wagner if Miller re-signed; and I think both can be terrific additions.

I don't watch much live sports in the Spring and Summer.
Analytics and the pace have made baseball almost unwatchable for me; and, while the NBA players are great, the way the game is played and the manner in which teams are built does not entertain me.

So I sometimes watch Rams' games that I taped during the season; and, because I almost have the game-play memorized, I focus on specific players. Beginning with the second Seattle game in mid-December, Von Miller's run-defense was off-the-charts in my opinion.

I believe OBJs injury precluded the Rams looking for additional WR strength. Robinson being available was too good to pass up but at the cost of Robert Woods. I do believe Wagner was brought in as a direct result of not signing Miller. I am excited to see how that solidifies the ILB corp as that has been a weak spot for many years.

 

[majrleaged]

Wagner should definitely help between the tackles, and has good outside range. He should be a clear improvement over Reeder but Miller is an Edge.

Hollins and Lewis are the pair right now that will have to replace Miller. I think Hollins is a good run-defender, and I consider Floyd very good on the opposite side but I just thought Miller was terrific.

I agree. Defiantly will be missed.

 

[RamDino]

Let's not discount the effect Bobby Wagner will have on this defense. I realize he's not an edge but he is not just replacing Reeder either. I think fhe Rams will pair him with Ernest Jones and greatly improve the run and pass defense significantly over last year. Yeah they lost Von but they are also much better in other areas.