the defense was interesting

If I want to be greedy; the Rams defense has 6 INT’s, where the 3 teams leading the league have 11.

So, more INT’s the second half.

If Robinson helps slow the run even more, we may get our chances.

Juggs said:

Watch Becton at LT for the Jets. I watched two other Jets games. That dude us a beast. He blows people off that line. Im sure he makes rookie mistakes, but I really have seen much in the way of a negative. Especially in run blocking. Speed rushers may cause his big body trouble.

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I really wanted Becton, even though we wouldn’t have a chance at him. Hmm...maybe when Whit retires, we can trade a first for Becton? I was right about Ramsey; maybe I’ll be right about Becton, too?

badnews said:

McVay needs guys to sign a 3 year non-compete clause...

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Why the blue font? I seriously wish he could do that.

First-half reflections and midseason awards

Most Valuable Player – Aaron Donald, DT

He put together another four-sack performance in a win at Washington. He's the top-rated defender in the league, according to Pro Football Focus. And he's coming off a career-high grade against Miami.

But just as he wrecks game plans, Aaron Donald also spoils the fun of awards season. So let's give him the top honor then exclude him from the rest of this column, so that others may participate.

Here are the rest of the Rams 2020 POTFHs (Players of the First Half).

Defensive – Jalen Ramsey, CB

His coverage skills speak for themselves. How about his hits?

Amari Cooper felt his presence in the opener. Kyle Allen was knocked out of the contest in Washington. Golden Tate got his serving at SoFi Stadium. And against the Bears, Javon Wims' progress was suspended short of the line to gain.

Honorable Mention: Darious Williams has more than held his own across the field as opponents shy away from Ramsey. Where would L.A. be without his diving interception at Philadelphia or equally sensational game-clinching pick versus New York?

Offensive – Andrew Whitworth, LT

If the offensive line took the fall for the Rams 2019 regression, then their marked improvement has to be the offensive story of the first eight games. Whitworth is the driving force behind it all, as the whole room (and team) takes its cue from him.

Most Improved – Austin Corbett, G and Darrell Henderson, RB

Hate to split the vote, but these two go hand-in-hand, anyway.

As the highest-drafted lineman on the roster, Corbett is proving to be a "steal" relative to the fifth-round selection the Rams sent to Cleveland for his services. Aaron Kromer and Sean McVay have turned his career around, and likewise, he's stabilized a tumultuous right guard position for L.A.

Meantime, Henderson saw the Rams use their top pick in this Draft on Cam Akers and effectively said, "Not on my watch." Refusing to cede reps as the number one running back in the NFL according to Pro Football Focus, Henderson has helped this offense thrive despite moving on from Todd Gurley, to the point they've become the most efficient running game in the NFL.

Rookie – Jordan Fuller, S

It speaks volumes about the impact that Fuller's had that he takes this honor handily, despite missing essentially five full games (he only played the first eight snaps at Buffalo).

The breakout star of training camp has become a starter the Rams can't wait to get back from the injured list after the break.

Comeback – John Johnson, S

Our friend and colleague Kirk Morrison was sharp to pick to Johnson as his defensive POTFH on this week's Between the Horns. It's bittersweet to see this fan favorite return from a 2019-ending shoulder injury with a great first half, only because of the fear he'll price himself out of next year's roster given the skyrocketing values of high-end safeties.

BonifayRam said:

Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen re-entered the MVP race while completing 31 of 38 passes for 415 yards and three interceptions, plus a rushing touchdown.

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Writer really needs to proof read his work before posting something like that. Great week for us nonetheless.

@CGI_Ram was nice enough to point out that the Rams webpage has some cool wallpapers available.


Just letting you know this shot tied to my iPhone lock screen makes me smile EVERY TIME. Maybe it (or other options) will brighten your day as well.

Of the 3 main units on this Ram team, the defense is by far the best performing unit. With the struggles of the offense (mainly between seriously underperforming QB/TE/WR's) McVay should make every attempt to move this defense into the forefront after next week's game. I would suggest that until McVay can get his offense back towards a tuned unit he should make game-time decisions with his offense that placed the game in the defense hands NOT the offense.

Goff & the rest of the passing offensive skill players need to show a big increase in-field performance period in order to change my opinion in the first paragraph. One element of the offense that is playing far above the rest is the OL run game performance which would greatly assist the defense.

I fully realize that Wilson & the rest of the Seacrabs have a deplorable passing defense that has run off the rails but so has the Rams HC/QB & passing offense. Both these units are pure hit & miss units that have of late been ugly, inconsistent.

badnews said:

I would say they did great with the run game and were just okay in the pass game

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Being just okay against a cover zero is expected though. They're literally sending more rushers than the line has.

That’s an impressive forum wide meltdown at pewter report.

LouisvilleRam said:

Steelers have won 5 games by 7 points or less

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Two of those games were @BAL and @TEN. This was their third consecutive road game.

They probably should have beaten the Texans and Broncos worse, but this game was a third road game after two HIGH intensity road games - I give them a pass for this one.

I guess I’ll put this here... Ouch. This is what gets coaches fired.

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LARAMSinFeb. said:

Yeah but he's not giggling all the time.

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Another plus

Watched the Razorbacks dominate Tennessee Vols and the Worlds Largest Outdoor Cocktail party.

Cooked ribs on the smoker today and cleaned the gutters.

Not sure. Maybe some COVID shuffling.

The thing he’s lacking is creativity when the play breaks down. He rarely uses his legs to get yardage and he doesn’t escape pressure once it’s in his face. That’s fine for a 1st contract, for 30 million, I expect him to be able to make a play when it’s needed.

dieterbrock said:

Ring of Honor is for the best of the best, at least should be.
LeRoy Irvin, Johnnie Johnson, Jerry Gray and Todd Lyght were all fantastic players, and easily go in ahead of some that were mentioned

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So who is on ur list? Curious. I think a lot of it goes to age and knowledge of the teams history.

Fernando 'Ramses' Vasco: How a Rams superfan honors his late brother

For Fernando "Ramses" Vasco, it's about honoring fans past and present, especially his late brother.

"My brother did not get the opportunity to see our beloved Rams come back home, as he passed away."

With the Rams return to Los Angeles and the loss of the person who introduced Vasco to the magic of being a Rams fan, Ramses was born.

"I decided to get season tickets and create the character/Superfan 'Ramses' in his honor and in honor of every man, woman and child who is no longer with us but that was a Rams fan."

But there's a chance you might hear Vasco before you see him.

"...in honor of every man, woman and child who is no longer with us but that was a Rams fan."

A pair of horn rattles is shaken right before kickoff and throughout the game during crucial plays.

"When we are behind on the score board to give our team a boost of positivity and I also rattle them to jinx our opponents. I have a pretty good track record let me tell you."

Vasco's dedication led to one of his most cherished Rams memento – an autographed Jared Goff football won at the Rams Super Bowl Send Off.

"It's special because I won it for having the best Rams fan costume/outfit. Being up on stage and hearing the crowd clap for me the loudest was the most humbling experience I've ever had. I felt the presence of my brother at that moment and took me back to when we would cheer for our Rams together."

And that's what it all comes back to for Vasco, feeling the presence of his brother and Rams fans before him.

"Ramses is the gateway/portal for them to watch the games. When I'm watching the game in my costume, I feel like I'm watching with all those loving Rams souls."

"When I'm watching the game in my costume, I feel like I'm watching with all those loving Rams souls."

IowaRam said:

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Is that from the Time Machine ?

I just love that 3-D model. I would like to purchase one from a season-ticket holder who has doubles or triples.

dieterbrock said:

I guess you just aren’t reading what I’m posting.
Or just don’t care to.
I didn’t say we had better options or that he should be replaced.
He’s made some errors this season that have hurt. As bad as giving up a sack. He had at least 2 procedure calls that cost crucial first downs.
whatever. Made up stats from pfft mean nothing to me. Rams pass blocking overall has been pretty good this season up until last week.

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I do care and I apologize if you think I misread you.

Does Whit make mistakes, sure he's human,but imho he's playing at an Elite level for his age.

Whit imho besides Kurt might be the best FA Signing ever.

Please excuse me,I am a Whit Homer, Big Time.

CGI_Ram said:

"I’d probably say go all Bone all the time,” he said

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No, that's what she said.

My simple take is

KW owes the Rams much, much more than they owe him

You would hope he’d be the “bigger man” but apparently fame and $$$ tend to change folks perspectives

No, until he reconciles and at bare minimum acknowledges what the Rams made him into, he doesn’t sniff my “Rams Ring of Honor”