From the look at the final score you might think we as Rams' fans may be in for a long season. That may or may not be true, but to try to reach that conclusion from a preseason game is nonsense.
Just remember that coaches and teams have different objectives and winning at the end may be nice but not particularly high on that list. San Diego had a underwhelming performance against the Niners in their home preseason opener. That being said they had sufficient motivation from their coaching staff to play with more intensity. The Rams with all those outdoor practices looked a bit sluggish but statistically preformed better in the 1st half. Turnovers and special team miscues made the halftime score lopsided.
Positives: Brian Leonard looks to be a legit #2 HB
Claude Wroten got some penetration at DT
James Hall gives us another DE that can help with the run
Marques Haggans looked pretty good
Negatives: Ron Bartell still looks like he is not ready to be a starter
The safeties look out of position and tackle poorly
Special teams gives up to many big returns
Conclusion: Let's see how the Rams respond. Next week they will be in a similar position the Chargers were in this week. Stinking up the joint and trying to avenge that performance. Still preseason folks.
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