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Defense played really well today..... and Gurley was big when we needed him... Nice game off the bye week..now we got to finish this road trip with a win in Chicago...
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https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-refocused-nfl-week-13-los-angeles-rams-30-detroit-lions-16
Refocused, NFL Week 13: Los Angeles Rams 30, Detroit Lions 16
BY PFF ANALYSIS TEAM
Jared Goff had an uncharacteristic bad day against the Lions. The Los Angeles quarterback was off target on multiple occasions, as he barely completed more than 50 percent of his throws. Furthermore, he also put the ball in harm’s way, fumbling once and throwing an interception while he was fortunate not to see a batted pass returned for a touchdown.
With the struggles of Goff, it was up to running back Todd Gurley to carry the Rams’ offense and delivered against Detroit. Gurley was useful both in the running game and the passing game and broke multiple tackles on his way to 165 yards from scrimmage and two rushing touchdowns.
Star interior defensive lineman Aaron Donald had an outstanding game, as he was too much to handle for the Detroit offensive line. Donald recorded two sacks, including one where he forced a fumble on Matthew Stafford. He was tough to move in the running game, as well.
While cornerback Aqib Talib returned from injury, he played just 26 snaps against Detroit. Talib was not tested heavily in his limited playing time, as he allowed just one reception on two targets against the Lions.
Interior defensive lineman Damon Harrison once again showed why Detroit traded for him earlier this season. Harrison, as usual, made multiple plays against the run; however, he also recorded a strip-sack today when he took advantage of Goff climbing too far up in the pocket.
Like Harrison, A’Shawn Robinson also had an outstanding game on the Detroit defensive line. Robinson was one of the key reasons why Gurley had to fight for every yard, as Detroit won the battle in the trenches against the Rams’ offensive line.
Stafford didn’t have his best game on Sunday afternoon. He had a fumble where he did not secure the football as he was sacked by Donald. In addition, while he threw just one interception at the end of the game, he had multiple dropped interceptions, as Troy Hill had a chance to return one of Stafford’s passes for Kenny Golladay for a touchdown.
Detroit’s interior offensive line had a tough day against the Rams’ defensive line. Guards Kenny Wiggins and Frank Ragnow and center Graham Glasgowall struggled to keep the Rams interior defensive linemen in check as they wreaked havoc both as pass-rushers and against the run.
Keys to the Game
Los Angeles
Even though the Rams’ offensive line and Goff struggled on Sunday afternoon, Los Angeles was able to overcome this thanks to the work of their defensive line and Gurley.
Detroit
The Detroit interior offensive line was not up to the task to slow down the Rams’ defensive line, as they made life hard on the Lions running backs and Stafford.
https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/12/02/w...thers-bucs-colts-jaguars-bears-giants-packers
Rams Clinch the NFC West: Thank goodness. That was a close one.
That Lions Offensive Line: This unit was supposed to be really good. Ironically, they are not. They are the opposite of good: specifically, bad. Granted, it was the Bears last week and Aaron Donald this week, but they were hopeless in both games.
Refocused, NFL Week 13: Los Angeles Rams 30, Detroit Lions 16
BY PFF ANALYSIS TEAM
Jared Goff had an uncharacteristic bad day against the Lions. The Los Angeles quarterback was off target on multiple occasions, as he barely completed more than 50 percent of his throws. Furthermore, he also put the ball in harm’s way, fumbling once and throwing an interception while he was fortunate not to see a batted pass returned for a touchdown.
With the struggles of Goff, it was up to running back Todd Gurley to carry the Rams’ offense and delivered against Detroit. Gurley was useful both in the running game and the passing game and broke multiple tackles on his way to 165 yards from scrimmage and two rushing touchdowns.
Star interior defensive lineman Aaron Donald had an outstanding game, as he was too much to handle for the Detroit offensive line. Donald recorded two sacks, including one where he forced a fumble on Matthew Stafford. He was tough to move in the running game, as well.
While cornerback Aqib Talib returned from injury, he played just 26 snaps against Detroit. Talib was not tested heavily in his limited playing time, as he allowed just one reception on two targets against the Lions.
Interior defensive lineman Damon Harrison once again showed why Detroit traded for him earlier this season. Harrison, as usual, made multiple plays against the run; however, he also recorded a strip-sack today when he took advantage of Goff climbing too far up in the pocket.
Like Harrison, A’Shawn Robinson also had an outstanding game on the Detroit defensive line. Robinson was one of the key reasons why Gurley had to fight for every yard, as Detroit won the battle in the trenches against the Rams’ offensive line.
Stafford didn’t have his best game on Sunday afternoon. He had a fumble where he did not secure the football as he was sacked by Donald. In addition, while he threw just one interception at the end of the game, he had multiple dropped interceptions, as Troy Hill had a chance to return one of Stafford’s passes for Kenny Golladay for a touchdown.
Detroit’s interior offensive line had a tough day against the Rams’ defensive line. Guards Kenny Wiggins and Frank Ragnow and center Graham Glasgowall struggled to keep the Rams interior defensive linemen in check as they wreaked havoc both as pass-rushers and against the run.
Keys to the Game
Los Angeles
Even though the Rams’ offensive line and Goff struggled on Sunday afternoon, Los Angeles was able to overcome this thanks to the work of their defensive line and Gurley.
Detroit
The Detroit interior offensive line was not up to the task to slow down the Rams’ defensive line, as they made life hard on the Lions running backs and Stafford.
https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/12/02/w...thers-bucs-colts-jaguars-bears-giants-packers
Rams Clinch the NFC West: Thank goodness. That was a close one.
That Lions Offensive Line: This unit was supposed to be really good. Ironically, they are not. They are the opposite of good: specifically, bad. Granted, it was the Bears last week and Aaron Donald this week, but they were hopeless in both games.
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The offense had an "off game"???
I would have cried tears of joy over a win like this 5 years ago. This is the kind of game I wish we had when SJax was here - grinding their D down with dominating runs, play action passing, and a late TD by a smart RB to ice the game.
I will take this win and shout for joy that this Rams team is 11 and 1 and NFCW CHAMPS in WEEK 12 and grinding towards a 1st round bye, wow!!!
I would have cried tears of joy over a win like this 5 years ago. This is the kind of game I wish we had when SJax was here - grinding their D down with dominating runs, play action passing, and a late TD by a smart RB to ice the game.
I will take this win and shout for joy that this Rams team is 11 and 1 and NFCW CHAMPS in WEEK 12 and grinding towards a 1st round bye, wow!!!
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Many of us choose to forget the Aints game and the bye week? Well there’s no football if the Rams aren’t playing. So I’m agreeing with 11.
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Haha, that Gurley is funny. "Why you guys keep asking about last year? We're only looking forward."
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We’ve been clamouring for a good defensive performance and we got one. Fowler seems to be bonding w/Donald and Suh had a big game. Peters seems to be settling back in.
Its probably been pointed out elsewhere... but Suh was THIS close to returning the Donald sack-fumble for a score. What a scene that would have been.
The offense was off, not a lot of running room and the pocket seemed to be tight at times... but they got the job done.
Its probably been pointed out elsewhere... but Suh was THIS close to returning the Donald sack-fumble for a score. What a scene that would have been.
The offense was off, not a lot of running room and the pocket seemed to be tight at times... but they got the job done.
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Rams Week 13 report card: Grading every position vs. Lions
By: Cameron DaSilva
Quarterback
Jared Goff had one of his worst games of the season, completing just 17 of 33 passes for 201 yards. He did have a touchdown pass, but he also threw an interception and coughed up a fumble that was recovered by the Lions. He missed open receivers on several occasions and had a few other passes that could’ve been picked off. Goff looked rusty coming out of the bye.
Grade: C-
Running back
As bad as Goff was, Todd Gurley was just the opposite. He dominated the Lions with 165 yards on 26 total touches, scoring twice. He had his longest run of the season – a 36-yard gallop to put the game away – and continued to perform well as a blocker. Malcolm Brown left early with a shoulder injury and didn’t contribute much, leaving everything up to Gurley. Needless to say, he didn’t disappoint and showed no ill effects from the ankle injury.
Grade: A
Wide receiver
It was an unspectacular day from the receivers because of Goff’s struggles, totaling just 11 catches for 148 yards. Robert Woods led the way with five catches for 67 yards and a touchdown, while Brandin Cooks was close behind (four catches, 62 yards). Josh Reynolds was targeted five times but only caught two passes for 19 yards. Again, Goff didn’t give them much help at all.
Grade: B
Tight end
After a great game against the Chiefs, the tight ends were quiet on Sunday. Gerald Everett caught one of three passes that came his way for 7 yards, and Tyler Higbee had just two catches for 19 yards. Goff had Everett open a couple of times but overthrew him, so his stats could’ve been more impressive than they were.
Grade: C+
Offensive line
Goff was hit four times and sacked twice, so it’s not as if he was provided perfect protection. Rob Havenstein was also called for holding – though it was negated by a defensive penalty – and Austin Blythe was penalized for the first time all year, too. The running lanes were wide and plentiful for Gurley, but there were definitely lapses on the offensive line.
Grade: B-
Defensive line
Aaron Donald was unstoppable against Detroit in what was one of his best performances ever. The Lions couldn’t block him with double teams as he continually split them, which is how his forced fumble occurred. Ndamukong Suh was also impactful and disruptive despite being flagged twice on questionable calls, while Michael Brockers held tough at defensive end, as well.
Grade: A+
Inside linebacker
The Lions trailed most of the game so they didn’t run it as much as they could have, but their backs averaged 4 yards per carry on 25 attempts. LeGarrette Blount was shockingly productive with 61 yards on 16 carries, which is a great game for him, all things considered. Mark Barron missed several tackles, Cory Littleton was out of position in coverage and neither played particularly well. It might be time to give Ramik Wilson some time in place of Barron.
Grade: D
Outside linebacker
Dante Fowler Jr. produced his second sack with the Rams and made an impressive three tackles for loss, while also hitting Matthew Stafford once. Samson Ebukam recovered a fumble and had two tackles, but it was a far cry from his historic performance against the Chiefs two weeks ago.
Grade: B+
Cornerback
Welcome back, Aqib Talib. The Lions had no success throwing the ball before he exited in the second half due to a snap limit, helping the rest of the secondary immensely. Marcus Peters blanketed receivers and Troy Hill had a game-sealing interception in the end zone, so it was an all-around good day for the corners.
Grade: A-
Safety
Lamarcus Joyner has not had a good season on the franchise tag and although he didn’t make any glaring mistakes on Sunday, he wasn’t very impactful, either. He was out of position on a crossing route by Kenny Golladay, failing to recognize where Stafford was going with the ball. John Johnson led the team with 11 tackles so he was around the ball plenty, but he didn’t make any plays in the passing game, either.
Grade: B-
Special teams
Greg Zuerlein was a perfect 3-for-3, Johnny Hekker had a booming 55-yard punt and Pharoh Cooper’s 28-yard return showed he’s back to his old self. This was a good performance by the special teams unit.
Grade: A
Rams Week 13 report card: Grading every position vs. Lions
By: Cameron DaSilva
Quarterback
Jared Goff had one of his worst games of the season, completing just 17 of 33 passes for 201 yards. He did have a touchdown pass, but he also threw an interception and coughed up a fumble that was recovered by the Lions. He missed open receivers on several occasions and had a few other passes that could’ve been picked off. Goff looked rusty coming out of the bye.
Grade: C-
Running back
As bad as Goff was, Todd Gurley was just the opposite. He dominated the Lions with 165 yards on 26 total touches, scoring twice. He had his longest run of the season – a 36-yard gallop to put the game away – and continued to perform well as a blocker. Malcolm Brown left early with a shoulder injury and didn’t contribute much, leaving everything up to Gurley. Needless to say, he didn’t disappoint and showed no ill effects from the ankle injury.
Grade: A
Wide receiver
It was an unspectacular day from the receivers because of Goff’s struggles, totaling just 11 catches for 148 yards. Robert Woods led the way with five catches for 67 yards and a touchdown, while Brandin Cooks was close behind (four catches, 62 yards). Josh Reynolds was targeted five times but only caught two passes for 19 yards. Again, Goff didn’t give them much help at all.
Grade: B
Tight end
After a great game against the Chiefs, the tight ends were quiet on Sunday. Gerald Everett caught one of three passes that came his way for 7 yards, and Tyler Higbee had just two catches for 19 yards. Goff had Everett open a couple of times but overthrew him, so his stats could’ve been more impressive than they were.
Grade: C+
Offensive line
Goff was hit four times and sacked twice, so it’s not as if he was provided perfect protection. Rob Havenstein was also called for holding – though it was negated by a defensive penalty – and Austin Blythe was penalized for the first time all year, too. The running lanes were wide and plentiful for Gurley, but there were definitely lapses on the offensive line.
Grade: B-
Defensive line
Aaron Donald was unstoppable against Detroit in what was one of his best performances ever. The Lions couldn’t block him with double teams as he continually split them, which is how his forced fumble occurred. Ndamukong Suh was also impactful and disruptive despite being flagged twice on questionable calls, while Michael Brockers held tough at defensive end, as well.
Grade: A+
Inside linebacker
The Lions trailed most of the game so they didn’t run it as much as they could have, but their backs averaged 4 yards per carry on 25 attempts. LeGarrette Blount was shockingly productive with 61 yards on 16 carries, which is a great game for him, all things considered. Mark Barron missed several tackles, Cory Littleton was out of position in coverage and neither played particularly well. It might be time to give Ramik Wilson some time in place of Barron.
Grade: D
Outside linebacker
Dante Fowler Jr. produced his second sack with the Rams and made an impressive three tackles for loss, while also hitting Matthew Stafford once. Samson Ebukam recovered a fumble and had two tackles, but it was a far cry from his historic performance against the Chiefs two weeks ago.
Grade: B+
Cornerback
Welcome back, Aqib Talib. The Lions had no success throwing the ball before he exited in the second half due to a snap limit, helping the rest of the secondary immensely. Marcus Peters blanketed receivers and Troy Hill had a game-sealing interception in the end zone, so it was an all-around good day for the corners.
Grade: A-
Safety
Lamarcus Joyner has not had a good season on the franchise tag and although he didn’t make any glaring mistakes on Sunday, he wasn’t very impactful, either. He was out of position on a crossing route by Kenny Golladay, failing to recognize where Stafford was going with the ball. John Johnson led the team with 11 tackles so he was around the ball plenty, but he didn’t make any plays in the passing game, either.
Grade: B-
Special teams
Greg Zuerlein was a perfect 3-for-3, Johnny Hekker had a booming 55-yard punt and Pharoh Cooper’s 28-yard return showed he’s back to his old self. This was a good performance by the special teams unit.
Grade: A
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