The Los Angeles Rams just slammed the brakes on their slide, snagging a huge win against the Philadelphia Eagles. And honestly, the most hype-worthy part? Matthew Stafford and that offense finally clicked in the final two possessions, rolling right into next week’s primetime showdown against the Buffalo Bills with some serious momentum.
Stafford Found His Groove, and It’s a Game Changer
So, what flipped the switch for the offense? For a while, it felt like they were just banging their heads against a wall with deep passes, exactly what defenses are trying to shut down this season. That problem isn’t totally gone, but they chilled out on the aggression against the Eagles. Stafford started taking his checkdowns, and suddenly, pass catchers had room to move. They played within themselves, and with the talent on that roster, that’s all they need. Look at Kyren Williams, who piled up 67 yards on a whopping 13 targets. Tyler Higbee was consistently open underneath, even snagging a sweet 20-yard back-shoulder pass from Stafford along the sideline. And somehow, Puka Nacua still managed to drop 125 yards on nine catches, practically flying under the radar while doing it. Explosive plays aren’t the main goal, it’s about consistency and smart decisions. The defense has shown over the last three weeks they can keep games tight until the end. The real killer has been turning the ball over and giving away prime field position, which has stung them over the last four weeks. No one expected this team to be 2-2.
Buffalo’s Defense Is A ‘Get Right’ Opportunity
Now, how do they keep this positive vibe going? The Bills, strangely enough, might just be the perfect “get right” game. Josh Allen and the Bills have been lights-out on offense, filling up the scoreboard through four weeks. But their defense? Oh man, you can get after them. Buffalo’s defense ranks in the lower third across the board: EPA per play, success rate, explosive play rate, points per drive, and missed tackles. They aren’t just bad against the pass or the run, they are flat out bad all the way around. We know the Rams can run the ball, but this is a golden chance to keep building on that passing game progress. The Bills’ pass defense is struggling, ranking 26th in EPA per play, 22nd in explosive pass rate, 27th in passer rating allowed, and 30th with 10 passing touchdowns given up. They’re also 20th in interceptions with just two. They lead the NFL in total pressures and are third on a percentage basis, so they will definitely be getting after the quarterback. But here’s the kicker: their back end isn’t sticky enough for that pressure to matter as much as it should.
This primetime matchup against Buffalo is a unique opportunity. The mission for Stafford and the Rams is clear: keep that momentum rolling, build on the progress from those final two offensive possessions against the Eagles, and punch their way to 3-2.
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Originally reported by Turf Show Times.
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