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Snead/McVay have managed to constantly upgrade this roster since 2017 despite losing talented players each year due to the cap ceiling. That’s now a 5 year trajectory and counting. Beyond huge and I don’t see many other teams doing that.
Also, McVay has done a magnificent job of annually replenishing his coaching staff. 7 new coaches this year alone. The importance of that can’t be overstated. I’ve never seen anything like it, tbh.
Well, I guess that Stafford trade is kinda working out, huh? Don’t see any ‘Stafford ain’t elite’ posts anymore. Lol.
Buckle up, y’all. This Ram O has not yet fully hit it’s stride. When it does I think it will compare nicely to the GSOT. There, I said it.
Hard to pick just one player that’s been this season’s most pleasant surprise. Allen, Hav, Stafford (exceeded even my lofty expectations), Big Whit (reports of his decline have been greatly exaggerated), Jefferson, DJ, Jones-Day, Hollins, Young, Reeder, Long. All have exceeded most expectations. And frankly, we’ve seen flashes from ARob lately, Lewis, and Rochell. Michel has done a fine job after being thrown into the fire, as well. If I didn’t know better, I’d think that the Rams have some shrewd talent evaluators AND some ‘real fine’ coaches.
Don’t look now, but I think Rams have a SB caliber OL. Apparently our OL fears were misplaced. Kudos to Carberry, btw. Looking like another brilliant McVay coaching hire so far.
Can’t wait to see Garrett and Harris worked onto the field, will be invaluable prep for next year if nothing else.
Each year we lose quality players due to the cap and yet each year Snead/McVay have capable replacements just waiting to take their place. Quite a refreshing change from the post-GSOT years, huh?
Rams D virtually shut down Bucs rushing game. Only allowed 35 yards, I believe, and 14 of those were from Brady scrambles. Heck, Bucs stopped trying, especially when Rams went on their consecutive scoring drive binge.
Speaking of which, 6 consecutive scoring drives? Am I dreaming? Somebody pinch me!
I’m really warming up to Kenny Young. The more I see and hear, the more I like. How about you?
Long has been a pleasant surprise but this Rochell kid really intrigues me. I’m almost certain that he’s gonna be just fine as DW’s replacement next year. Should make a helluva duo with Ramsey.
Gay has proven to be an upgrade over Zuerlein. Brilliant decision there.
Maybe, just maybe, our ST coverage teams are coming around. Sure hope so, but DeCamillus hasn’t won me over just yet. If our ST can regain top 5 status then I think this Ram team will be complete.
Not to bash Goff in any way, but the difference Stafford brings to this O is dramatic. The other 3 HC’s in our division now know that they will truly have their hands full against the new best QB in the NFC West. McVay is visibly giddy on the sidelines these days. Like a 6 year old on Christmas morning!
I continue to dislike this ‘soft zone’ D that Morris prefers. Frankly, I don’t think it plays to the strengths of DW, Long, or Rapp in particular. I would also like to see more 3-and-outs to allow Stafford more possessions. Just imagine what THAT could accomplish. But I will concede that the scoring D has been quite good, probably in the top 5-6 of teams that have played 3 games. So there is that.
I’m gonna wrap it up with this. The ‘21 Rams are not gonna go undefeated because it’s almost impossible with a 17 game season in this era of cap forced parity. But I will say this. This team has not yet peaked and probably won’t until at least November. But they are clearly among the handful that are legit SB contenders.
Also, McVay has done a magnificent job of annually replenishing his coaching staff. 7 new coaches this year alone. The importance of that can’t be overstated. I’ve never seen anything like it, tbh.
Well, I guess that Stafford trade is kinda working out, huh? Don’t see any ‘Stafford ain’t elite’ posts anymore. Lol.
Buckle up, y’all. This Ram O has not yet fully hit it’s stride. When it does I think it will compare nicely to the GSOT. There, I said it.
Hard to pick just one player that’s been this season’s most pleasant surprise. Allen, Hav, Stafford (exceeded even my lofty expectations), Big Whit (reports of his decline have been greatly exaggerated), Jefferson, DJ, Jones-Day, Hollins, Young, Reeder, Long. All have exceeded most expectations. And frankly, we’ve seen flashes from ARob lately, Lewis, and Rochell. Michel has done a fine job after being thrown into the fire, as well. If I didn’t know better, I’d think that the Rams have some shrewd talent evaluators AND some ‘real fine’ coaches.
Don’t look now, but I think Rams have a SB caliber OL. Apparently our OL fears were misplaced. Kudos to Carberry, btw. Looking like another brilliant McVay coaching hire so far.
Can’t wait to see Garrett and Harris worked onto the field, will be invaluable prep for next year if nothing else.
Each year we lose quality players due to the cap and yet each year Snead/McVay have capable replacements just waiting to take their place. Quite a refreshing change from the post-GSOT years, huh?
Rams D virtually shut down Bucs rushing game. Only allowed 35 yards, I believe, and 14 of those were from Brady scrambles. Heck, Bucs stopped trying, especially when Rams went on their consecutive scoring drive binge.
Speaking of which, 6 consecutive scoring drives? Am I dreaming? Somebody pinch me!
I’m really warming up to Kenny Young. The more I see and hear, the more I like. How about you?
Long has been a pleasant surprise but this Rochell kid really intrigues me. I’m almost certain that he’s gonna be just fine as DW’s replacement next year. Should make a helluva duo with Ramsey.
Gay has proven to be an upgrade over Zuerlein. Brilliant decision there.
Maybe, just maybe, our ST coverage teams are coming around. Sure hope so, but DeCamillus hasn’t won me over just yet. If our ST can regain top 5 status then I think this Ram team will be complete.
Not to bash Goff in any way, but the difference Stafford brings to this O is dramatic. The other 3 HC’s in our division now know that they will truly have their hands full against the new best QB in the NFC West. McVay is visibly giddy on the sidelines these days. Like a 6 year old on Christmas morning!
I continue to dislike this ‘soft zone’ D that Morris prefers. Frankly, I don’t think it plays to the strengths of DW, Long, or Rapp in particular. I would also like to see more 3-and-outs to allow Stafford more possessions. Just imagine what THAT could accomplish. But I will concede that the scoring D has been quite good, probably in the top 5-6 of teams that have played 3 games. So there is that.
I’m gonna wrap it up with this. The ‘21 Rams are not gonna go undefeated because it’s almost impossible with a 17 game season in this era of cap forced parity. But I will say this. This team has not yet peaked and probably won’t until at least November. But they are clearly among the handful that are legit SB contenders.
