PREGAME Chargers (0-6) at Rams (3-4) Pregame Thread

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BonifayRam said:
I'm happy to get an opportunity to observe & analyze our 3rd-year backup center Dylan McMahon in regular-season action as a starter this Sunday in place of future 2027 UFA Shelton Coleman. he has started in the NFL for the Eagles, who drafted him.

Not sure why McMahon got 3 snaps @ LG for Avila against the Raiders, but DM has been able to play all interior OL posts since college. Draft reports mainly said (BIG Brain!) high-IQ, athletic zone blocker whose technique prioritizes quickness, angles, and second-level work over power.

I took time to look up what AI was saying about him it follows:

Dylan McMahon (C/OL #63) played extensively and started the first two 2026 preseason games for the Rams before sitting out the finale. He logged 79 total offensive snaps across those two contests (51 in Week 1, 28 in Week 2).

Preseason Week 2: Rams 34–0 vs. Saints (Aug. 22) DM started at center and played 28 snaps (a lighter workload as the game became a blowout). PFF graded him 77.6 overall (third-highest on offense). He again allowed zero pressures, and his run-blocking grade jumped to 77.5. The entire offensive line was strong (zero sacks allowed as a unit), and McMahon was highlighted as one of the top performers.

McMahon showed reliable pass protection (clean sheet on pressures across both games he played) and clear improvement as a run blocker from Week 1 to Week 2. He handled starting snaps at center for the second- and third-team units and earned positive marks from the coaching staff later in the season for his preparation and versatility. The strong Week 2 performance stood out more than the average Week 1 outing. He finished the preseason having proven he could handle significant interior snaps when given the opportunity.
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just kidding, I hope DM does well.
 
I just can't believe McVay hasn't schemed some plays in the last 4-5 years where Tutu gets the ball quickly, like on a bubble screen. Or a short crosser, where he can run after the catch. Both would be in space where quickness and speed would be helpful, and he has that. Or maybe throw deep a couple times a game. ANYTHING that allows him to contribute and maybe you'll get a cheap TD every now and again instead of always relying on 75 yard 10 play drives. The team lacks speed - he's your only speed guy - USE HIM!!
 
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RamFan58years said:
I just can't believe McVay hasn't schemed some plays in the last 4-5 years where Tutu gets the ball quickly, like on a bubble screen. Or a short crosser, where he can run after the catch. Both would be in space where quickness and speed would be helpful, and he has that. Or maybe throw deep a couple times a game. ANYTHING that allows him to contribute and maybe you'll get a cheap TD every now and again instead of always relying on 75 yard 10 play drives. The team lacks speed - he's your only speed guy - USE HIM!!
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They threw a screen to Tutu a two or three weeks ago. He tripped over his own feet and fell with a ton of green grass in front of him.
 
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Penalties and turnovers can derail the good guys. Can't let that happen. I'm hoping we put a beatdown on the chargers today and Maddison is so embarrassed she leaves Justin after the game.
 
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RamDino said:
Maybe they don't want him poached on the practice squad? It is kinda strange. Doubt he'd be active on game day.
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Honestly, I wonder if Karty took time away from the Rams with an agreement from them that he would be back. He never joined another team did he? And he's quite talented.
 
InfiniteRam said:
Honestly, I wonder if Karty took time away from the Rams with an agreement from them that he would be back. He never joined another team did he? And he's quite talented.
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He was with the Cardinals this summer
 
If Parkinson does not play (TBD), do we run 12 personnel? We talk a lot about and see many snaps with 11 and 13, but rarely 12? How about 22 for a new wrinkle? It would be nice to see Klare out there and targeted at least a couple of times, but I suspect that won't happen.

I have some (perhaps unfounded) confidence that McMahon can take over at C and do an acceptable job.

Regardless of how the match ups go, somehow I suspect a one-score dog fight with us on top and the Chargers being unhappy again. I think they will play their best game though.

I will be much more confident in the D if McDuffie is back.

We need payback against the Chargers - they beat us 31-10 last time we met. Go Rams!
 
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If Parkinson does not play (TBD), do we run 12 personnel? We talk a lot about and see many snaps with 11 and 13, but rarely 12? How about 22 for a new wrinkle? It would be nice to see Klare out there and targeted at least a couple of times, but I suspect that won't happen.

I have some (perhaps unfounded) confidence that McMahon can take over at C and do an acceptable job.

Regardless of how the match ups go, somehow I suspect a one-score dog fight with us on top and the Chargers being unhappy again. I think they will play their best game though.

I will be much more confident in the D if McDuffie is back.

We need payback against the Chargers - they beat us 31-10 last time we met. Go Rams!
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God this game makes me nervous. A truly desperate team with a QB who's been bad.. but has the potential to be truly explosive with his arm and legs.

I'm interested in seeing McMahon.. a good performance bodes well for the future. He's a true plus athlete..
It would be fun if he turned out to be the real prospect between him and Lampkin.
 
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Pupped said:
God this game makes me nervous. A truly desperate team with a QB who's been bad.. but has the potential to be truly explosive with his arm and legs.

I'm interested in seeing McMahon.. a good performance bodes well for the future. He's a true plus athlete..
It would be fun if he turned out to be the real prospect between him and Lampkin.
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Yeah, Lampkin struggled in pass pro this year when he played, thats where his lack of size hurts him. He has now been put back on the bench in Philly. Might be why the Rams weren't overly concerned with his waived injured status.
 
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DeaconJones said:
If Parkinson does not play (TBD), do we run 12 personnel? We talk a lot about and see many snaps with 11 and 13, but rarely 12? How about 22 for a new wrinkle? It would be nice to see Klare out there and targeted at least a couple of times, but I suspect that won't happen.

I have some (perhaps unfounded) confidence that McMahon can take over at C and do an acceptable job.

Regardless of how the match ups go, somehow I suspect a one-score dog fight with us on top and the Chargers being unhappy again. I think they will play their best game though.

I will be much more confident in the D if McDuffie is back.

We need payback against the Chargers - they beat us 31-10 last time we met. Go Rams!
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This is a first time I found a website that tracks personnel on each play. Looks accurate . It goes left to rignt 11 12 13P go the the link for more infor. They probably go 11P more. I don't think they use Klare, but it would be nice to see him get some PT.
www.sharpfootballanalysis.com

NFL Offensive Personnel Usage, All 32 Teams

Compare NFL offensive personnel groupings for all 32 teams. Track 11, 12, 13, 21 and 22 personnel usage and EPA, then filter by season, down and score.
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InfiniteRam said:
This isn't surprising though. He runs almost exclusively deep outs, deep crossers, and post/flag routes. Do you see alot of WR's breaking tackles on this types of routes?
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Yeah I get what you’re saying, that’s not his game….but two? Two in 6 seasons.
 
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