Game one feels

[dang]

no field goal opportunities and the vaunted offensive points increase adjustment promised by McVay resulted in 14 points and the win. but still. 14? the offense doesn't look any better than it did last year so far. same ol, same ol.

Everyone would’ve been much more satisfied had they scored 21 points (which they should have). However, the offense looked rusty as hell, the OL shaky and the tight end still not figured out. I have every bit of confidence that will improve over the next three or four games but damn it was a bit depressing to watch in game 1.

 

[fanotodd]

NFL.com power rankings have the RAMS 10th...but aren't we used to them low-balling the Rams?

That’s funny because only 16 teams won. The Rams didn’t make it past, say 8? They beat the two time defending AFC South champs who came in with playoff wins in the last two years, a ROY in his 3rd season at QB, and a top defense.

Yeah, we suck.

 

[RamWoodie]

Yes! The defense was IMPRESSIVE!!! The question is why didn't Williams play? That was strange because he wasn't injured unless something happened during the warmup.

 

[bubbaramfan]

I'd say because they want to keep at least two good DB's fresh. Wallace didn't play either.

 

[RamFan503]

quick question -- I've been seeing Josiah's name mentioned in some x-posts & elsewhere, what kind of game did he have? He's not on the stat sheet. Pressures??

I was at the game and saw him in on several plays. I couldn’t tell you if he got any stats because it was generally pretty loud and you couldn’t hear the announcers much except things like THIRD DOWN! He seemed to be playing well. So even if you don’t see much specifically about him, I wouldn’t be concerned. The whole defense played pretty damn well most of the game. I’m sure others had few stat lines.

 

[majrleaged]

I was at the game and saw him in on several plays. I couldn’t tell you if he got any stats because it was generally pretty loud and you couldn’t hear the announcers much except things like THIRD DOWN! He seemed to be playing well. So even if you don’t see much specifically about him, I wouldn’t be concerned. The whole defense played pretty damn well most of the game. I’m sure others had few stat lines.

He had a blocked a pass.

 

[RamFan503]

He had a blocked a pass.

I also saw him around the ball a fair amount but couldn’t tell you if he got credit for anything.

 

[rdlkgliders]

I also saw him around the ball a fair amount but couldn’t tell you if he got credit for anything.

Credited with a sack I believe, at least reported as the player to sack Stroud during the game.

Edit: Looks like they had the wrong player, I don't see him credited after the fact

 

[PARAM]

No concerns for me. Week one. A win. No TDs allowed. Who had that on their bingo card? Whatever concerns mentioned, there should be improvement as the games go on. Don't worry, be happy.

 

[fearsomefour]

Well it's just Dedich and Limmer for interior depth. They are both center/guards, and Limmer was active over Dedich yesterday, suggesting he is ahead of Dedich.

The other three reserve OL are all OTs (Humphries, McClendon and Quessenberry). Although, Quessenberry may have some experience inside.

Bowles impressed in preseason as well. As least as much and maybe more than Dedich and Limmer, both of whom I like. Particularly Dedich.

 

[fearsomefour]

No concerns for me. Week one. A win. No TDs allowed. Who had that on their bingo card? Whatever concerns mentioned, there should be improvement as the games go on. Don't worry, be happy.

No TDs allowed in this NFL is impressive.
How long will the streak go?.....I say 6 quarters.

 

[Steve808]

The main thing is the Rams won. Got off to a bit of a slow start and definitely left some points out there. Probably could have won 24-9 or so, but it's a win and I'm glad to take it. Plus the Rams covered the 2.5 points so I'll be collecting on my trip to Vegas later this month.

I was puzzled by the Stafford QB sneak when we have good short yardage backs. But dang I wish the she hawks had beaten the whiners. They might be 4-0 when we beat then next month as they have a cupcake schedule.

 

[Allen2McVay]

Bowles impressed in preseason as well. As least as much and maybe more than Dedich and Limmer, both of whom I like. Particularly Dedich.

Agreed but Bowles is on the PS. He could be elevated for the Titans' game, the way Schrader was on Sunday.

Just guessing that Limmer and Dedich are ahead of him in the Coaches' minds because they are on the 53; and Limmer is ahead of Dedich because he was in uniform on Sunday, while Dedich was inactive.

 

[TexasRam]

Stafford was really on this game. It was good to see. He was not only really accurate on his passes, but avoided the turnover under a lot of quick pressure at times some key throws in that game that were right on the money.

 

[fearsomefour]

Agreed but Bowles is on the PS. He could be elevated for the Titans' game, the way Schrader was on Sunday.

Just guessing that Limmer and Dedich are ahead of him in the Coaches' minds because they are on the 53; and Limmer is ahead of Dedich because he was in uniform on Sunday, while Dedich was inactive.

I know and I agree.
Just saying, big picture, it doesn't make sense to trade for a guy who teams would be willing to trade after one week. In fact, when injuries around the league start piling up, Im willing to bet the Rams lose a couple more guys off their practice squad.

 

[Noregar]

The shuffling of guards and having Puka go off the field twice disrupted the offensive rhythm (espcially early on), along with some questionable flags.

On the last two offensive drives the Rams offense moved the ball well. They had a nice drive until the Parkinson fumble. Then at the end the Ram's offense overcomes a first and 20 to close out the game and run out the clock. Kyren grinds out 12 yards on 2 carries with an impressive run of 9 yards on 2nd down against a D selling out to stop the run. Then Stafford and Puka steal their soul with a clutch 3rd down conversion (Great call by McVay).

Not worried about the offense since they got the win agaisnt a very good Houston defense. We don't need the Rams to shoot their wad coming out of the gate, as it is long season. McVays teams usually improve as the season progresses (baring catstpohic injuries), which is sign of great coaching.

Note: I really liked what Puka showed and he is on my fantasy team but I think spreading the ball around more will help preserve him for the Super bowl run.

I was worried more about the tackle spot going into the season but now that has flipped to guard with the injuries to both Dotson and Avilla. The interoir pressure seemed to be a bigger issue than the vaunted edge of Houston. I still like our guard depth and I like Limmer in the run game but i thought he struggled in pass pro and I think Dedich would actually be a more relaible option overall.
We will see.... Keeping Staffrod healthy is the key to the season.

 

[Allen2McVay]

I know and I agree.
Just saying, big picture, it doesn't make sense to trade for a guy who teams would be willing to trade after one week. In fact, when injuries around the league start piling up, Im willing to bet the Rams lose a couple more guys off their practice squad.

Agree. I don’t think a trade is a viable option at this point. Hoping Avila plays Sunday; and waiting for an update on Dotson.