PREGAME Cardinals at Rams - Oct 3rd

[bluecoconuts]

This game is HUGE for both teams. Someone will start 3-1 with that only loss being within the division, the most stacked division. Prior to the season there were many (myself included) who foresaw a 3-1 start, but not losing this game. Now, I don’t want to see 3-1.

Zona has to win a game like this to prove they’re a legitimate contender. The Rams cannot let that happen.

Edit:
Keep in mind the seahawks and 9ers play this weekend also. There will be some separation after these games.

The next two weeks the NFC west are all fighting each other.

Best case scenario, the Rams win both of their games, Hawks win against the 49ers, and then I don't really give a shit about the 49ers/Cards but technically a 49ers win would have more separation. I just can't bring myself to hope for that.

Rams being 5-0 after week 5, the Hawks would be 2-3, 49ers winning would make them and the Cardinals tied for second at 3-2, so they'd both be two games back. If the Cards win, the 49ers and Hawks would be three games back tied for 3 and Arizona 1 game back.

Either way we need to take care of business these next two weeks to put ourselves firmly in the drivers seat.

 

[majrleaged]

Let's not look past them. Kyler Murray is still at least a running threat, and the defense will have to contain him. I hope Morris puts Ramsey on Hopkins at all times, and I mean all times. I respect Ramsey's work in the STAR position, but we simply can't trust D-Will, Long, or Rochell to cover one of the best receivers in the game.

I think we'll score a shit-ton of points on their defense, but we can't allow Chandler Jones to wreck our gameplan.

With all of that said, let's kick their asses!

Yes, Ramsey can't be board shutting down Hopkins. Take Murry's favorite target out and double Green. Murry will struggle.

 

[OregonRamsFan]

The Rams will beat the cardinals. That is all.

 

[Neil039]

AZ is starting to look like a decent team. Still below the Rams in regards to every major position group. Won’t be easy but the Rams will prevail by 10 (IMO).

 

[Loyal]

AZ is starting to look like a decent team. Still below the Rams in regards to every major position group. Won’t be easy but the Rams will prevail by 10 (IMO).

There you are...I was wondering if you were trapped under something heavy...

 

[Psycho_X]

Arizona has several game wreckers so can't over look them or take for granted our success over them since McVay got here. If oline continues their dominance and defense keeps everything in front of them and doesn't get undisciplined we should be good.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

The Seahawks defense is a mess right now. DBs playing out of position, free lancing, and not believing in the Cover 3 system.
They will lose to the Niners.

The Cards give me some concern. It’s Murray scrambling and making off schedule plays. Last year when he re-entered the game he drove the team right down the field. Ram beater TE Arnold is gone. Hopefully they don’t have another middlin tight end that the Rams secondary totally ignores.

I don’t know what to expect. The Rams secondary has not been playing to last years level. Morris is blitzing much more too (30%) which isn’t always a good recipe against a scrambler like Murray.

 

[RhodyRams]

I doubt Morris will blitz that much against a scrambler like Murray. The Rams d line will get enough pressure against Zona's o line without sending an extra man or 2

 

[bwdenverram]

Wassup man.
Go to our forum & we, including I, are predicting a loss & already looking forward to SF & CLE. It’s already an L until we can actually beat McVay.

I think you guys are better than maybe you're getting credit for. I do think we are the better team but running QB's are always an issue and I personally think you are better than last year. You are putting up 30PPG so that's no joke. My biggest concern is our D has regressed in passing yards against. Should be a good game.

 

[bwdenverram]

The Seahawks defense is a mess right now. DBs playing out of position, free lancing, and not believing in the Cover 3 system.
They will lose to the Niners.

The Cards give me some concern. It’s Murray scrambling and making off schedule plays. Last year when he re-entered the game he drove the team right down the field. Ram beater TE Arnold is gone. Hopefully they don’t have another middlin tight end that the Rams secondary totally ignores.

I don’t know what to expect. The Rams secondary has not been playing to last years level. Morris is blitzing much more too (30%) which isn’t always a good recipe against a scrambler like Murray.

Same here man, our pass D just isn't as good (so far) this year. If we can avoid Murray beating us with his legs though I think we'll be ok.
We know Ramsey will do his thing so just need the rest of the DB's to theirs.

 

[bubbaramfan]

Contain the Umpa Lumpa

 

[RhodyRams]

Contain the Umpa Lumpa

Crap..hope this doesn't morph into another debate about the social ramifications of Willie Wonka

 

[OnceARam]

Kurt Warner will pick the Cardinals.

 

[TheBunk]

Would be more concerned if they had a coach to worry about, but Kingsbury can't coach for shit. Withstand their early gamelan and they'll crumble around halftime.

 

[Neil039]

There you are...I was wondering if you were trapped under something heavy...

I get busy again this time of year. I will be swamped starting the 4th through mid November. I’ll make sure my Life Alert Bracelet has a full charge.

 

[snackdaddy]

Titans aren’t halfway decent?

Titans are. But some teams aren't as ready as others in the first game. Kingsbury had his team ready. You guys beat two decent teams in TN and MN. You shouldn't have struggled so much against the Jaguars though. So right now its hard to get a feel for your team. All I know is things change week to week in the NFL. Rams look like the best team today. But that can change rather quickly.

 

[Jacobarch]

Titans are. But some teams aren't as ready as others in the first game. Kingsbury had his team ready. You guys beat two decent teams in TN and MN. You shouldn't have struggled so much against the Jaguars though. So right now its hard to get a feel for your team. All I know is things change week to week in the NFL. Rams look like the best team today. But that can change rather quickly.

The cards should have lost against Min. Missing the last second chip shot field goal is the reason why the cards are undefeated.
I've also watched their games. They win the same way the Seahawks used to win. Backyard football. Keep the little man in the pocket and they become a non factor

 

[DVontel]

The cards should have lost against Min. Missing the last second chip shot field goal is the reason why the cards are undefeated.
I've also watched their games. They win the same way the Seahawks used to win. Backyard football. Keep the little man in the pocket and they become a non factor

lol, you gotta stop this “should have” stuff dude. If someone “should have”, they “would have”.

 

[Jacobarch]

lol, you gotta stop this “should have” stuff dude. If someone “should have”, they “would have”.

I'm welcome to my opinions. Thanks

 

[DVontel]

I'm welcome to my opinions. Thanks

And I’m welcomed to criticize them. You’re welcome.