Rams Recap, Week 4: The Quick Five
by Eric Nagel on Oct 3, 2010 3:11 PM CDT
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It's been a long time coming, hasn't it? The Rams definitely deserved this one from all sides of the ball. The defense is quickly emerging as a team that just doesn't give up points, the offense is beginning to move the ball, passing or running and special teams played well too. A quarter into the season and I'm glad I can say the Rams are in the hunt for the division.
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The Front Four, D-Line It's been a very, very long time since the Rams were able to get pressure with the front four alone. Fred Robbins has been an excellent pickup, and we are seeing just what a defensive minded head coach can do with a unit that was laughable before he showed up. |
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Pat Shurmur, OC I have to give him credit for a second straight week. Plays last year that would have been impossible for the Rams are becoming second nature, I was impressed with the Rams ability to keep drives moving, even after plays that resulted in little to no gain. |
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Bradley Fletcher, CB He still has some kinks to iron out, but he sure looks like an absolute steal. He had another interception, and is quickly becoming one of the Rams best CB's, if not one of the best in the division. The future is bright for the 2nd year pro.
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Donnie Jones, P Did you see Leon Washington get in his face before the game? The Rams special teams didn't let Washington do too much, and Jones was excellent, dropping as many punts as he could near the 10 yard line or less. |
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Holding Calls It happens in a game, of course it's not going to be perfect, but there were times that holding bogged down the Rams, and I hope they can smooth out those ruffles as the season progresses. But the O-Line did a great job blocking for Jackson, who played great even with a injured groin. |
2-2. Savor it. Enjoy it. Revel in it. Detroit better get ready, because the Rams just gained some huge momentum.
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This is Great!
Pat has come a long way
by MyGirlMakesMeRamwiches on Oct 3, 2010 3:13 PM CDT reply actions
aaaaaaand
new sig.
I'm starting to like Pat Shurmur.
by douchiedude on Oct 3, 2010 4:38 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Well a .500 record woohoo! LOL!
Hey the Rams have already doubled the wins they had all last season! J/K
Man I feel good about this team hopefully they can take that grit to hang on on the road and win there.
Me too...
…I bought Sunday Ticket today just cause I’m sooooo excited about the potential of this team!
by Pekka for Predator Pontiff on Oct 3, 2010 3:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Tough games ahead
@ Detroit, vs. San Diego, vs. Tampa, @ Carolina
True, but I don't think we could have asked for a better combination of Home/Road games on this one
At least the easier teams are on the road.
I'm giddy! But I wonder what percentage of passes Sam would've completed without the drops?
The Man is uncannily accurate. He knew the lone INT was on him too, but didn’t let it bother him. Just came back firing on all cylinders. I think the duo of Bradford and Sjax is gonna be heard from for the next few years. Regarding the other side of the ball team; I know it’s been used before, but these guys deserve the title “no-name defense.” They’re looking great in stymieing offenses in the Red Zone. Congrats to all! I still say we should be 4-0, but I’m loving 2-2.
I agree...
…Bradford sucks! No talent whatsoever!
by Pekka for Predator Pontiff on Oct 3, 2010 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions
13 points per game allowed.
Top offense and by far the top defense in this division. Week 4 or not, when’s the last time that was said of the Rams?
I'm starting to like Pat Shurmur.
Life is good!
Thank my Rams’ for making this a good sports’ weekend after all!
"I was just letting the shots fly. You know, I don't leave any bullets in the chamber."
"Everything negative- pressure, challenges- is all an opportunity for me to rise."
-Kobe Bryant
Chris Mortensen: "You know it's the 'Show-Me' State right Sam?"
"Pshh, 'Show Me.' (smirking) Yeah, I've heard that."
-Sam Bradford
I don't know what you're talking aviut
It’s been a perfect sports weekend.
"I have something 95 percent of all those All-Stars only wish they had: a World Series ring. If I had to choose between that and being an All-Star, it would be no contest. I’d grab the gold ring and never look back." -Tim Salmon
by BruinHalo on Oct 3, 2010 4:02 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
*about
Stupid iPhone autocorrect
"I have something 95 percent of all those All-Stars only wish they had: a World Series ring. If I had to choose between that and being an All-Star, it would be no contest. I’d grab the gold ring and never look back." -Tim Salmon
by BruinHalo on Oct 3, 2010 4:03 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Yes it has!
I should be working right now...
Not for a USC fan.
I wanted to cry after their defensive performance last night. Seriously, I wish the Rams would play defense for the Trojans.
I'm starting to like Pat Shurmur.
Oh, I know....
I am a Bruin fan. lol.
I should be working right now...
I really hope Spags can get these guys ready to play a tough game in Detroit
They are a much better team then their record suggests, and will be a tough win on the road.
Man it feels good to crush the Seahawks again.
Still can't give up that Suh-lovin?
:)
by Pekka for Predator Pontiff on Oct 3, 2010 4:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Suh acknowledgement.
Not a word on how he’s been this season but he has 3 sacks.
I'm starting to like Pat Shurmur.
my buddy said after watching all Lions game that he struggle vs the run but he look like Sapp vs pass
I see.
That’s a good thing, I guess. Pass rushing is more important in this league, I’d imagine it’s easier to learn to defend the run.
I'm starting to like Pat Shurmur.
I made the crazy bet that the rams would win more than the titans this year
well, at least the Rams are helping me out through 4.
Where is the love for Steven Jackson???
SJ39 played with a injured groin and still had over 110 all purpose yards including a HUGE catch that really helped us keep the momentum. Not to mention he just happened to pass Marshall Faulk for #2 all time rushing in our teams history.
I thought it was great when he moved into second
all time in rushing for the Rams the refs stopped the game and gave the game ball to the Rams for Jackson. Then Spags took him out so everyone could cheer for him, and put him right back in after a play or so. That was all really well done.
It is too bad.
But it’s very good that we’re clicking in every way possible since then and have won 2 in a row, suckaaaaaa.
I'm starting to like Pat Shurmur.
Seahawks fan here
Good win guys. Blew us out the water like a little ragdoll.
Not looking forward to seeing my team face Bradford for a decade.
Thank you for your sportsmanship
I’m sure we’ll face a tough test when we meet you guys in Seattle. Our job is to make the NFC West the talked about division.
Yeah, it's a different Seahawks in QWest. Should be interesting
But yeah, the division looks like it might be between the Rams and Hawks. Who would’ve thought?
by Thomas Beekers on Oct 3, 2010 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions
There playing lights out now. I knew Sam would be great but not this soon.Image him with a number 1 receiver next year. Bring on Detroit. I know it won’t be easy but i have faith. don’t remember When the last time i could say that. Go rams
by Chitownramsfan on Oct 3, 2010 3:56 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
What a complete game...
The offense could have been perhaps a bit better. But the Rams pretty much fired on all cylinders. Offense, defense, special teams. Coaching. Which hasn’t happened in a long long time.
Not a great crowd today, but it got really loud. Absolutely incredible to beat the Seahawks.
The receivers are still dropping passes, and I’d like to use the Tight Ends more. Shurmer did a nice job of calling those two screens on the second-half TD drive. They both worked perfectly. Offense could have been better, but overall we played very well.
He was obviously not referring to me.
I was yelling anytime our defense was on the feild. LOL
Football players, like prostitutes, are in the business of ruining their bodies for the pleasure of strangers. ~Merle Kessler
I feel like I took viagra
I’ve had a hard on since the patriots game in preseason.
If they can keep the pressure with the DL, and keep the quick hits on the offense for 1st downs, this can be a very decent this year with the weak schedule.
Haha...
…I agree that the Pats game is when I started to take notice. BUT, I’m gonna compare it to smelling Zest soap in the morning rather than taking a Viagara!
by Pekka for Predator Pontiff on Oct 3, 2010 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions
See your doctor
for a refill.
"I have something 95 percent of all those All-Stars only wish they had: a World Series ring. If I had to choose between that and being an All-Star, it would be no contest. I’d grab the gold ring and never look back." -Tim Salmon
The Rams have convinced me to pick them up...
13 points per game man, nuff said.
I'm starting to like Pat Shurmur.
I knew the team was capable of this
Still, it’s so damn good to see them actually DO it. Incredibly proud of the team, and especially SJax for gutting it out when the team needed him. Just an awesome, resounding, richly-deserved win.
No, it wasn’t a perfect showing, but damn it feels good, and I like knowing that the team is capable of even more.
Savoring the Cardinals meltdown now.
Abrantes...
…you know I think this also could snowball into something big. The Rams have been bad for soooo long, that winning a couple of games by playing soundly on all sides of the ball could end up being like blood in the water. It’s been awhile since the offense or defense has had any performances to build upon and be proud of.
SPAGS FOR VICE-PRESIDENT!!!
by Pekka for Predator Pontiff on Oct 3, 2010 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Speaking of health,
It sounded like the only significant injury today was Dockery. He got 13 stitches in his head on the tackle on the fake field goal when his helmet came off, got sewed up, came back in and hurt his hamstring.
Also, Bradley Fletcher Bradley rules.
Dude is showing some serious skill out there, and is only getting better.
The Wide recievers get a down arrow for dropping so many balls
However that Amendola catch was super sweet!
Rams at +25 rank 3rd in the NFC in point differential....nice
with San Fran at 0-4….Could Rams really have a chance at the division? 7 wins may win this division….i think we just might!
^ for Amendola.
Top 10 play coming up, no doubt. That catch was beyond amazing, words can’t even describe it. As much credit as Bradford deserves for making this team better, ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ for the coaching staff because they are without a doubt improving at a fast rate. Inherits a trash roster, goes 1-15 and has turned them into a legit threat in the division.
I'm starting to like Pat Shurmur.
what a Samtastic game
Go Rams GO
The only thing comparable to a Rams win is a 49er loss!
by DevsLaRams on Oct 3, 2010 5:35 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
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