Blake Corum just dropped a bomb on the Chargers, showing everyone he is the secret weapon the Los Angeles Rams have been looking for. Sunday’s win against their city rivals proved the second-year running back’s explosive playmaking and physical style can crank up an offense that was already dangerous. The Rams have leaned on their established stars, sure, but Corum’s emergence gives them a whole new dimension, one opposing defenses absolutely have to sweat. His ability to create chances, boost the ground game, and keep those drives alive could be HUGE as LA starts its push toward the postseason.
Corum Just Electrified The Offense, No Cap
For two straight weeks now, Corum has been the guy taking the first snap at running back for the Rams. They are still splitting carries with Kyren Williams, which is fine, but Corum brings something that was desperately needed: pure shiftiness and explosive power. You saw it clearest on LA’s opening drive of the third quarter. It was a heavy, heavy dose of Blake Corum. He ripped off runs of 5, 6, 13, and 8 yards, then capped it all off with a 23-yard touchdown that put them up 17-9. That’s how you get it done! The Rams absolutely prioritize 2nd and short and 3rd and short situations, and Corum gave them exactly that. When we talk about explosive ability, check this out: Corum has the second-best explosive run rate since 2025. That’s not just good, that’s league-shaking.
Running The Rock Is A Winning Formula. Period.
Get this, for the second week in a row, Sean McVay actually called more run plays than pass plays. Stafford had 25 passing attempts, while Corum and Williams combined for 27 rushing attempts. A lot of those runs came in the second half, which is precisely when the Rams started to pull away and run up the score. If you’re keeping track at home, the Rams are now 2-0 in 2026 when they commit to running the ball more than passing it. Maybe, just maybe, McVay should stick with this until it stops working. The numbers don’t lie either, the Rams have the second-best success rate on designed runs this season, sitting at a nasty 48.3%. But here’s the kicker: they still ranked 21st in designed run rate coming into this game, only at 37.7%. It’s like they know it works but sometimes forget to do it.
Wesley Bailey Needs To Be On The Field
One quick note from the game, even with the buzz around Myles Garrett’s return, Wesley Bailey needs to keep playing. Rams fans are hyped for their superstar offseason acquisition to get back, no doubt, but the team absolutely shouldn’t take Bailey off the field.
Corum’s breakout performance and the team’s newfound commitment to the run game could be exactly what the Rams need to truly make some noise and push deep into the postseason. Stick to the run, unleash Corum, and watch this offense fly.
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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