[snackdaddy]

We have 6 games left. Its not likely we beat Buffalo. That likely makes all 5 of the other games make or break. Pretty much have to win all 5 to make the playoffs.

[ramsman34]

But I also think the defense has to play much better than the eagles game obviously. Can't let teams continue to go on long drives, keeping it away from the Rams O.

I do think the Rams played fairly well offensively against a very good eagle defense. Just cant fumble and give up quick sacks.

It was the fumble and the three straight 3 n outs. Have to keep pace with that team or they bury you in the second half. The OL was very underwhelming.

[actionjack]

It was the fumble and the three straight 3 n outs. Have to keep pace with that team or they bury you in the second half. The OL was very underwhelming.

Agreed but even Kobie mentioned it, we cant just play well in the red zone, we need to do our part and get off the field and give the ball to the offense. How many 3rd and long's did the defense give up against Philly?!?!

[ramsman34]

Agreed but even Kobie mentioned it, we cant just play well in the red zone, we need to do our part and get off the field and give the ball to the offense. How many 3rd and long's did the defense give up against Philly?!?!

That too is true. A lot of undisciplined play by the D as well. The entire team shit the bed.

[actionjack]

That too is true. A lot of undisciplined play by the D as well. The entire team shit the bed.

But I also think the Eagles are just a better team right now.

-they have a better o-line than us (best in the league)
-the best RB in the league
-dual passing and run threat at QB
-absolute stud a WR in AJ Brown
-experienced DL
-very productive LB's
-young up and coming secondary

They are just a level above us right now. But lets see how the o-line gels over the coming weeks with Havs back and how our young DL matures.

[rams74]

But I also think the Eagles are just a better team right now.

-they have a better o-line than us (best in the league)
-the best RB in the league
-dual passing and run threat at QB
-absolute stud a WR in AJ Brown
-experienced DL
-very productive LB's
-young up and coming secondary

They are just a level above us right now. But lets see how the o-line gels over the coming weeks with Havs back and how our young DL matures.

Certainly it's true that the Eagles are a better team, plus they played very well. And that affected the Rams' performance.

But I think it's also true that the Rams, as a team, had a bad game.

[actionjack]

Certainly it's true that the Eagles are a better team, plus they played very well. And that affected the Rams' performance.

But I think it's also true that the Rams, as a team, had a bad game.

Completely agree 74, IMO we played a C+ ish game and Philly played an A- minus game.

If we dont fumble on the opening drive, dont give up two 70+ TD's, miss FG's, it's likely a one score game. Also offense can't go 3 and out 3 times in the 2Q. You play into the Eagles hands and gets our defense worn down. Complimentary football.

[Dare]

The fat lady is warming up but hasn't started singing yet.

I will keep the faith for as long as it takes. This team is on the right track and close to being a really good team.

Last Sunday was a wake up call for Snead and McVay. Red zone issues will continue to be a problem when you have a QB that is zero threat to run.

The OL needs to get physically stronger and that will take the rest of this year into next season. They need two OTs next year.

This is Kyren's last year IMO. You simply can't play a RB you can't trust to hold on to the ball. Corum is a decent rotational RB but I don't see him as a long term starter. They moved to WRs that brought power to their game, moving away from Atwell and Cook type of WRs. They need to do likewise with their next starting RB.

IMO they need to think about using a TE as a blocker in the backfield on obvious passing downs. If he isn't needed he's a dump off option in the passing game. Watching Williams getting run over was embarrassing. That's the price they pay for having a QB with extremely limited mobility.

Yeah the Rams have their issues but what team doesn't just look at the Chiefs. The season isn't over until the Rams aren't playing anymore. Then it's on to "next season".

[ramsman34]

The rest of the season will provide this young D a lot of learning and growth. Gotta hope the also get better and better and don’t have any regression. The offense has to get into gear immediately and build to peak at the end of the season. Both are big asks if this team. They have been beyond inconsistent. They really haven’t plays 60 mins of truly complementary football, maybe the Vikings game. But that’s about it.

It really starts Sunday. Will they push for the playoffs? Or in a few weeks, will we start looking toward the draft and F/A??

[PARAM]

The rest of the season will provide this young D a lot of learning and growth. Gotta hope the also get better and better and don’t have any regression. The offense has to get into gear immediately and build to peak at the end of the season. Both are big asks if this team. They have been beyond inconsistent. They really haven’t plays 60 mins of truly complementary football, maybe the Vikings game. But that’s about it.

The offense has played 3 really good games this season. If they haven't molded into shape by now, should we realistically expect it? We THINK we know what they're capable of doing but it's been so far and few between through 11 games. There were injuries so I hope that was the reason. We could use a little more Tutu and Corum IMHO.

It really starts Sunday. Will they push for the playoffs? Or in a few weeks, will we start looking toward the draft and F/A??

Either way this defense will be playing hard. And getting better.