1. Back in the win column!
2. I guaranteed that win. Way to go out on a limb, no?
3. Seriously, though... those Rams fans who predicted a loss (unironically, and not as some sort of reverse psychology approach)... seriously? Time to look in the mirror.
4. Generally, I'm a "just win" kind of guy, but I see some real benefit in a blowout, feel-good, kind of win at this point in the season. Hopefully, the confidence will carry over into next week.
5. Nice to see the running game doing its job. Sony Michel churned out the Rams' first 100 yard rushing performance of the year.
6. The OL did a good job, despite losing Allen early and Edwards for a few plays. In addition to helping Michel get his, they allowed no sacks (the only sack was a blitz that Michel picked up too late).
7. Considering that Allen went out in the first series and the Rams' OL played well (albeit against lower-tier opponent) without him.... could a "center controversy" be imminent?
8. Who knew that the blocking TE replacement for Johnny Mundt would be Joe Noteboom?
9. Matthew Stafford took a couple of good (and, pretty much, dirty) shots, but played much better as the game wore on. I'm inclined to continue thinking that the "reports" regarding his physical condition are grounded in a grain of truth, but are being overstated.
10. OBJ is still finding his feet in the offense, but it was nice to see him make an early play and get a TD late. There is real upside there.
11. Its good that Darrell Henderson, who was active, did not have to play. We can use his fresh legs next week.
12. Speaking of Henderson, while it's hip around Rams water coolers to lament his fragile nature, if you look at RBs these days, he's pretty average in the durability department.
13. Cooper Kupp continuing to do Cooper Kupp things.
14. The Seahawks finally do something right, no thanks to Gerald Everett, who turned the ball over twice at the goal line.
15. Speaking of former Rams... congratulations to Jared Goff, who finally had a nice moment with walk-off TD pass on the final play to give the Lions their first victory of the year.
16. If Dr. Strange used the Time Stone to look at all the possible futures, there would be more than one in which the Rams don't make the playoffs this year... but not many more.
17. Next week, we find out if the Rams are still fighting for a division title. I think the Cardinals are beatable, but... for God's sake... don't let Kyler Murray break contain to his right!!!!!
18. The Cardinals' D is susceptible to the run, so more of the Noteboom set?
19. In a "next man up" kind of season, its important to acknowledge those who step up effectively. Greg Gaines has done a nice job filling in for SJD.
20. And peace returned to the message boards... for now.
2. I guaranteed that win. Way to go out on a limb, no?
3. Seriously, though... those Rams fans who predicted a loss (unironically, and not as some sort of reverse psychology approach)... seriously? Time to look in the mirror.
4. Generally, I'm a "just win" kind of guy, but I see some real benefit in a blowout, feel-good, kind of win at this point in the season. Hopefully, the confidence will carry over into next week.
5. Nice to see the running game doing its job. Sony Michel churned out the Rams' first 100 yard rushing performance of the year.
6. The OL did a good job, despite losing Allen early and Edwards for a few plays. In addition to helping Michel get his, they allowed no sacks (the only sack was a blitz that Michel picked up too late).
7. Considering that Allen went out in the first series and the Rams' OL played well (albeit against lower-tier opponent) without him.... could a "center controversy" be imminent?
8. Who knew that the blocking TE replacement for Johnny Mundt would be Joe Noteboom?
9. Matthew Stafford took a couple of good (and, pretty much, dirty) shots, but played much better as the game wore on. I'm inclined to continue thinking that the "reports" regarding his physical condition are grounded in a grain of truth, but are being overstated.
10. OBJ is still finding his feet in the offense, but it was nice to see him make an early play and get a TD late. There is real upside there.
11. Its good that Darrell Henderson, who was active, did not have to play. We can use his fresh legs next week.
12. Speaking of Henderson, while it's hip around Rams water coolers to lament his fragile nature, if you look at RBs these days, he's pretty average in the durability department.
13. Cooper Kupp continuing to do Cooper Kupp things.
14. The Seahawks finally do something right, no thanks to Gerald Everett, who turned the ball over twice at the goal line.
15. Speaking of former Rams... congratulations to Jared Goff, who finally had a nice moment with walk-off TD pass on the final play to give the Lions their first victory of the year.
16. If Dr. Strange used the Time Stone to look at all the possible futures, there would be more than one in which the Rams don't make the playoffs this year... but not many more.
17. Next week, we find out if the Rams are still fighting for a division title. I think the Cardinals are beatable, but... for God's sake... don't let Kyler Murray break contain to his right!!!!!
18. The Cardinals' D is susceptible to the run, so more of the Noteboom set?
19. In a "next man up" kind of season, its important to acknowledge those who step up effectively. Greg Gaines has done a nice job filling in for SJD.
20. And peace returned to the message boards... for now.
