Kyren Williams logged 37 snaps in the Rams’ Week 7 win, but it was Blake Corum’s insane 87.4 PFF grade that tells the real story about the future of this backfield. Corum’s role is growing, and while he might not be RB1 yet, he’s making a serious case, putting Williams’ long-term hold on the top spot squarely on notice.
Corum’s Rise: The New Engine in the Backfield?
Corum’s been turning heads, even having a fine game in Week 6. He’s got that undeniable talent, seems to be picking up Sean McVay’s playbook fast, and shows a real willingness to block as hard as he runs. That kind of commitment is massive for a young back. In Week 7, Corum notched a season-high 32 snaps, with his 44% snap share being his second-highest all year. Sure, Williams still played more with 37 snaps, but five of those were just clock-milking plays on the final drive.
But here’s the kicker: Corum’s 87.4 PFF grade in Week 7 wasn’t just good, it was the top offensive grade for the Rams in their victory over the Raiders. Let that sink in. Compare that to Williams’ 72.3 offensive grade, or his overall 70.4. Corum’s overall PFF grade was a stellar 83.6. Questions linger about whether Corum can handle the full featured back workload, stay healthy, and keep producing at that level. Meanwhile, Williams, a fifth-round pick, has been “amazing” for the Rams, playing like one of the best running backs in the league and proving incredibly productive. He’s shown he *can* handle the grind. The one major red flag for Williams? He had another fumble against the Raiders, and the source explicitly says that “continues to be an issue.” That’s a problem that can cost you snaps, and even your job.
Historic Duo Performance and a Glaring WR Need
The Rams’ Week 7 offense against the Raiders was straight-up powered by the running game. They hammered the ball 33 times for 192 yards and a touchdown, a truly dominant ground effort. Corum and Williams were both fantastic, leading a legitimate split-carry situation. Williams, the starter, led the way with 99 rushing yards and a touchdown on 16 carries. Corum was right there with him, complementing with 93 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries. Get this: they became the first Rams running back duo since Marshall Faulk and Trung Candidate back in 2001 to *each* rush for over 90 yards in the same game! That’s a legendary benchmark.
While the running game is humming, there’s a big red light flashing at wide receiver. Behind Puka Nacua, who posted a solid 86.8 PFF grade himself, and Davante Adams, who was out, there’s a “significant drop-off.” Konata Mumpfield and Tutu Atwell rotated as the second wide receiver. Mumpfield managed just one catch for 15 yards, and Atwell? He brought in absolutely nothing. The message is clear: “If the Rams make a trade at the deadline, it needs to be for a wide receiver.”
This backfield situation is wild, right? Corum’s future looks bright, but Williams’ job is his to keep, or lose. The Rams have a serious decision to make on how they manage these two studs, especially if Williams can’t clean up those fumbles. You gotta wonder how that plays out. And speaking of big games, check out this: our Seattle Seahawks absolutely crushed the Kansas City Chiefs yesterday, winning 20-3 at Lumen Field! What a performance by the home team, truly showing what they’re made of.
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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