The Rams were out gained 294-214 and on the ground by 194-52 and most of those 52 yards came late in the 4th Q.
The Bears are known for their "smoke &mirrors" offense simply because they lack the experience and maturity BUT they have good athletes. They use motion and deception to make up for what they lack at the skill positions....aka damn good coaching and preparation.
Whereas the Rams came off a bye, are all refreshed, ready for a playoff run and almost immediately are exposed by two teams that could mount descent defenses thus exposing the Rams for what they are; a high scoring offense that struggles against descent defenses and simply can't stop the run. The Rams own 3-4 defense containing 7 first round draft choices cannot effectively stop the run or mount a smothering defense except during short spurts despite their boat load of talent. It's probably no surprise to most that one key requirement for an effective 3-4 is outstanding athletic linebackers, something that's obviously lacking here at present....again, look at the opponents rushing stats for confirmation. Some say that they're (Rams) playing better defense now....I can only ask against what, two crappy offenses?
Go back and look at the past 6 games and tell me that this team is getting better and building momentum towards the playoffs. Take another look, (they) barely got past GB by 2 and look where they are today (5-7-1). Then came the loss to N.O., followed with barely getting past Seattle at home, then simply having the ball last versus KC , next squeaking past a faltering Lions team and that game was actually much closer than the score suggests. Then finally this latest mess......162 total yards of offense, averaging just 3.5 yards per play by the second highest scoring offense in the league!!.
Does any of this sound or look like a team gaining momentum, confidence and execution as they move towards the 2nd season?
And to those who say the Rams can beat N.O. in the dome....oh yeah? It's possible sure (on any given Sunday), but is it probable? This team essentially held much of it's destiny in it's own hands. We knew they were taking a one time shot at "the show" this season by picking up players like Talib, Suh, Shields, Fowler, et-all obviously with the intent to build a contender, excitement, buzz and most important of all, sell tickets at the new stadium.
What better way than to build a SB contender, if only for one season. However, once again, constructing a "dream team" defensive unit to support and compliment the offense has proven illusive.
