And with so many of the essential pieces in place – including the quarterback who proved that he can indeed show up in a big game – they could be gearing up for something special.NFL Week 9 picks: Chiefs edge Packers Rams, Raiders win Still, the Rams are rolling with the right type of vibe. “If you said, ‘Hey, who were the teams who were 3-0 last year or previous years?’ I bet you really couldn’t remember,” McVay said. lost their first game since last November. No, they didn’t crown a new champ just because Brady and Co. But there’s no need to get giddy, with more tests ahead and the need to become more complete. In other words, being 3-0 in September – and smashing such a quality opponent like the Bucs – is nice. Donald mentioned how, at this point of his career, he’s playing for championship. The success of the Stafford trade will ultimately hinge on whether the Rams can get back to and win a Super Bowl. Let that be a reminder: What matters most is what happens at the end. Then again, the Rams beat the Bucs in Tampa last year with Goff at quarterback. Later, when Tampa Bay tried mounting a comeback, the Rams forced the Bucs to settle for a short field goal in one case and squashed another drive with a fourth-down stop.įor all the talk about the game against the champs representing a measuring stick, the Rams demonstrated that they indeed belong among the ranks of the contenders. Although Brady passed for 432 yards, he paid for It with three sacks, including an early one from Donald that pushed the Bucs out of field goal range. The physical defense stuffed the Bucs' run and, led by Donald, made it a very rough day for Brady. While Stafford sprayed the football to an array of targets, including Cooper Kupp (nine catches, 96 yards), Sony Michel (20 carries, 67 yards) provided glimpses of hope for the running game. The Rams scored touchdowns on four consecutive possessions in the second and third quarters to seize control.
It was harmonic convergence all over the place. The compliments were flowing from multiple directions after the Rams played one of the most complete games of the Sean McVay era, and maybe the most well-rounded game since the run to the Super Bowl during the 2018 season. “You know, I was the new guy coming in and they embraced me, which was awesome.” And that’s where Stafford is getting high marks on top of the high passer rating (129.8). Yet it tends to be deeper than the skill. His 75-yard scoring strike to DeSean Jackson was another example of the strong arm that he brings, which invites so many visions of how things can be different with the offense than it was with predecessor Jared Goff, who was shipped to the Lions as part of blockbuster offseason trade that brought Stafford to Tinsel Town. In three games, Stafford has completed 70.2% of his passes in throwing for 942 yards, with 9 TDs and just one pick. On one level, why wouldn’t they adore Stafford, revived after floundering for 12 years in Detroit?
The exchange also illustrated how the Rams, a perfect 3-0 after their 34-24 beatdown of the Bucs at SoFi Stadium, are taking to their new veteran quarterback. OPINION: Bears put Justin Fields in position to fail, just like they've done with previous QBs OPINION: Chiefs suddenly look vulnerable after two uncharacteristic losses “It’s a whole lot better than when he used to be chasing me, so I’ll take it,” Stafford said, reflecting on what it is like to play against a guy who collapses pockets and wrecks game plans on the regular. Surely, Stafford was touched by this, given his first-hand knowledge of No. “I love you, man,” Donald said of his message. The burly defensive tackle has hugged many quarterbacks in his time, but usually not with the sentiments that he expressed to Stafford. When he saw Stafford standing at the door, his emotions got the best of him. He’s the model teammate who earns respect with his passion, work ethic and production. – Aaron Donald was headed to his postgame news conference on Sunday when he crossed paths in the locker room with new Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, who happened to throw four touchdown passes in the statement victory against the defending Super Bowl champs.ĭonald, the amazing defensive tackle who demonstrated again why he is a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year with his harassment of Tom Brady, has pretty much reflected the heartbeat of the Rams in recent years. Watch Video: AFC Week 3 overreactions: Justin Tucker's heroics lift roughed up Ravens
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