Rams Brothers: The Pod, An LA Rams Podcast
362 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 133 ratingsDene and Nick Vespe are biological brothers and forever fans who passionately discuss the Los Angeles Rams. The show is packed with game highlights, celebrity guests, impactful stats, media reactions, player sound bites, and much more. We make our way around the league, too. If you're not a fan of the Rams, that's okay. There's something for everyone in #RBTP.
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Aaron Donald RETIRES, ends his 10-year NFL Career with the Los Angeles Rams
March 16, 2024 03:34 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBThe greatest defensive player of all-time has decided to retire after 10 seasons. In this episode, we pay tribute to Aaron Donald, who played 10 incredible seasons in St. Louis and Los Angeles and won a Super Bowl with the Rams back in 2021. He’s an incredible player - perhaps the very best we’ve ever seen and ever will see, so we decided to properly pay him his respect throughout this episode. From there, we look to see how it impacted the cap for 2024 (and beyond) and how the Rams will re-...
Rams sign Darious Williams, tender Michael Hoecht + MORE on the way?
March 14, 2024 23:12 - 21 minutes - 20 MBThe Rams have been a bit more quiet over the last 48 or so hours, with the exception of signing Darious Williams to a 3-year deal, and tendering Michael Hoecht. Outside of that, the Rams have watched a handful of top-tier EDGE rushers sign massive deals, while they're sitting comfortably and are waiting for the market to continue shaking out. There are still players available we have in mind: specifically, trading for Haason Reddick from Philadelphia, or signing Nick Scott to a relatively in...
Rams SIGN Jonah Jackson, Colby Parkinson on DAY 1 of NFL Free Agency
March 11, 2024 23:16 - 22 minutes - 21 MBThe Rams have made some pretty significant moves over the past few days, and particularly TODAY in signing Jonah Jackson and Colby Parkinson. Prior to this, the Rams re-signed Kevin Dotson and Demarcus Robinson and have tendered Alaric Jackson and Ronnie Rivers. It's a strong indication that the Rams are already off and running on their 2024 plan, and it's just a matter of time before more news breaks in relation to how the Rams are planning to continue building out their 2024 roster. See o...
Rams Top Targets for the 2024 NFL Draft (Part 2): Are the Rams TRADING UP?!
March 05, 2024 20:23 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBThe Rams have been in the news recently: not because they famously didn't attend the "workout portion" of the combine again. But because they recently tried to add Mike Evans before the Buccaneers locked him up for 2 more years, AND they met with Rome Odunze, WR out of Washington who is a guaranteed lock to go within the top-12. It suggests that something is brewing... something flashy is on it's way. The Rams could be in business to trade up for an offensive player, and add a big-name on de...
Rams Prepare for 2024 Free Agency, Hire Sean Desai, Salary Cap Increase & More
February 27, 2024 20:40 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThe Rams have kicked off the 2024 offseason by cutting Brian Allen, and re-signing Demarcus Robinson to a 1-year, $5MM deal. Sean McVay also discussed working out a deal with Coleman Shelton and his representation in a recent press conference, as well as the future of Joe Noteboom. While this was all happening, the NFL broke news that the salary cap is increasing over $30MM for the 2024 season, and the Rams hired Sean Desai from Philadelphia to work with the offense/offensive coaches from a ...
Rams CUT Brian Allen, Hire 8 New Staff Members for the 2024 Season
February 24, 2024 13:06 - 27 minutes - 25 MBThe Rams made a final decision on Brian Allen and released him from the team while saving a total of $4.9MM towards their 2024 salary cap. They took on some dead money, but it’s definitely the first domino to fall for what’s set up to be mayhem once free agency officially begins. They’ve also finalized their coaching staff with a total of 8 new hires, and the connections between each hire are proof that Sean McVay and Les Snead are preparing to go all-in once again for the 2024 season. See ...
Rams Hire New Coaches to Staff + More NFL Draft Prospects Previewed
February 17, 2024 18:15 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBThe Rams have officially hired three new coaches to their staff in Giff Smith (defensive line coach/run game coordinator), John Streicher (coordinator of football strategy) and Chili Davis (special teams assistant). All of which will serve a significant purpose as Sean McVay has to re-build his staff for the 100th time. Additionally, we previewed four more draft prospects (not top picks), but kids who could potentially fall into later rounds. One of which is already friends with Puka Nacua, ...
Rams Top Targets for the 2024 NFL Draft (Rounds 1-3)
February 07, 2024 23:17 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThe Rams are in a unique position: one where they have their 1st round pick for the 1st time since 2016 when they selected Jared Goff. They also have 3 other top-100 picks, so we went ahead and started digging into who the Rams could select with any of their top-100 picks. Obviously, some of these players are on the rise and may be out of consideration for the Rams. But, over the next 2 and a half months, players are going to be rising and falling. The Rams know where to look, though. And th...
Rams hire CHRIS SHULA to be their new Defensive Coordinator
February 02, 2024 23:12 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBRams hire Chris Shula (only 37 years old) to be their new defensive coordinator, who is somebody they have a TON of familiarity with. He's an internal hire that has 7 years of coaching experience under Sean McVay and has successfully coached in multiple roles throughout his career with the Rams. He has coached everything from the inside linebackers to the outside linebackers to the defensive backs. He was Sean McVay’s college teammate and roommate, and actually lived in Sean McVay’s HOUSE ba...
Who will be the Rams' new Defensive Coordinator?
January 30, 2024 00:38 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBThe Rams are currently on the hunt for a new defensive coordinator. They're also in the process of filling out other staff needs, as Sean McVay's coaching staff continues to get poached year after year. Raheem Morris is taking Zac Robinson with him to Atlanta, coach Henny is already at USC, and the Rams are going to be interviewing Brandon Staley and Dennard Wilson next week (based on what has been reported). Changes are coming, and it's fair to trust that the front office and coaching staff...
Rams 2024 Salary Cap Situation: Will Les Snead continue to work MORE magic in 2024?
January 28, 2024 18:47 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBFor the Rams to continue their success in the 2024-2025 season, all they'll need is for Les Snead to continue doing what he has been doing since Sean McVay arrived in Los Angeles. But more specifically: capitalizing on some of the foundations they've set forth coming out of 2023. That means continuing to find talent in the draft, but also shuffling some things around (Restructures, Extensions) to create additional cap room for the upcoming season so that the Rams have legitimate spending fle...
Rams NEED SOME HELP DEFENSIVELY this Offseason! Brian Burns? Josh Allen?
January 23, 2024 21:43 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThe Rams have some big shoes to fill with Eric Henderson (defensive line coach) already at USC, and Raheem Morris likely on his way out after a TON of head coaching interviews have already been lined up. We looked at a few potential replacements (one from Baltimore and one from Dallas that we like, specifically) as well as some KEY pieces (like Brian Burns or Josh Allen) that could be the first step towards a VERY successful offseason for the Rams. Also, Nick's Picks is back for some divisio...
How the NEW FACES will impact the Rams’ 2024 draft strategy & approach to FA
January 23, 2024 21:42 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBThe Rams have a few new faces of their franchise in Kobie Turner, Puka Nacua and Steve Avila. How do these players impact the Rams' 2024 draft strategy, and how they're going to approach free agency in the coming weeks? Essentially, we're looking to find more of what Kobie, Puka and Avila brought to the Rams in 2023. But, of other similar positions of need, like the front-7, X receiver, and RG. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rams FALL SHORT in Detroit, but Matthew Stafford, Aaron Donald and company confirm "THEY'LL BE BACK"
January 15, 2024 20:59 - 27 minutes - 25 MBThe Rams unfortunately fell a bit short last night, and it was due to two major reasons: their lack of red zone efficiency, and the defense's inability to adjust until the 2nd half. Both of which have been pretty significant issues throughout the season, but the Rams were very close to being able to overcome it and advance to the divisional round. Perhaps the Packers winning spiked our expectations, but the Rams holistically over-exceeded expectations and will be READY TO GO for the 2024 sea...
PAST VS. PRESENT: Re-visiting the Jared Goff & Matthew Stafford trade and everything in between!
January 11, 2024 15:04 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThis is a fun week for Lions and Rams fans. Specifically, as it relates to the Quarterbacks and all of the parallels that exist between the two players and franchises. Before previewing the most anticipated Wildcard game in NFL History (in our eyes), we decided to take a deep dive into the lives of each quarterbacks before and after the trade in February of 2021 unfolded. Jared Goff is on a mission to prove Sean McVay wrong, while Matthew Stafford couldn't be more excited for his trip back t...
Rams CLINCH THE 6TH SEED behind a heroic effort from Carson Wentz, Puka Nacua breaks records & more!
January 08, 2024 18:43 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBThe Rams' playoff destiny officially begins in Detroit, as the Rams beat the 49ers for the 1st time after losing to them in 9 consecutive regular season games (can't forget about the NFC Championship, too). But what Carson Wentz did, under Sean McVay and Mike LaFleur's leadership, was truly heroic and it simultaneously allowed our favorite rookie ever in Puka Nacua to break not only the receptions record for a rookie, but also the receiving yards record which was more than 63 years old. It s...
Rams with Carson Wentz starting prepare for SEASON FINALE against the 49ers with records on the line
January 06, 2024 19:29 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBThe Rams are traveling to San Francisco with playoff seeding on the line. They've decided to take gambles in starting Carson Wentz and sitting a majority of their core in Aaron Donald, Ernest Jones, Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp and Kyren Williams (while SF is presumably electing to do something similar, with Purdy & McCaffrey already out). They're also somewhat dependent on the Bears finding a way to beat Green Bay in Lambeau Field, because it then guarantees the Rams are locked into the 6t...
From "RE-TOOLING" to the PLAYOFFS, the story of the Los Angeles Rams' 2023 Season
January 03, 2024 22:42 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBThe Rams are officially PLAYOFF BOUND! All thanks to an incredible foundation that was introduced back in the summer by Sean McVay, as well as Les Snead working his magic late in the draft to find future core pieces for this roster. What comes next is a mystery as the Rams have already exceeded our expectations for the season. But, no matter how this season ends, there is ZERO doubt that the Rams will be hungry for another Super Bowl run in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Rams currently a HEAVY FAVORITE to make the Playoffs, travel to face the Tyrod Taylor-led NY Giants
December 28, 2023 20:23 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBThe Rams are currently a heavy favorite to make the playoffs prior to Sunday's game, and just need to handle their own business (get a win on the road) and hope Seattle loses in order to clinch a playoff spot. No game in this league is every easy, though as the Eagles learned the hard way on Christmas when Tyrod Taylor had an opportunity to tie the game in the Giants' final possession. Regardless, with the Rams playing as well as they are, its really difficult to find reasons why they wouldn...
Rams are the team that NO ONE wants to see in the Playoffs. BIG win vs. the Saints + what's next
December 22, 2023 16:13 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe Rams took care of business in their biggest game of the season. On Thursday night, they played host to the New Orleans Saints (now 7-8) in what was essentially a playoff game. The score may have been somewhat close in the end, but the Rams were pretty much dominant throughout the entire game. They're plenty poised to make some noise in the final weeks of the season/early in the playoffs, on the backs of their weight-bearing walls, as well as their draft class and veteran free agents. Se...
Rams prepping for what FEELS LIKE a playoff game against the Saints
December 21, 2023 17:36 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Rams are in the process of preparing for their biggest game of the season. On Thursday night, they'll play host to the New Orleans Saints (also 7-7) with massive playoff implications on the line. If the Rams win, their playoff odds skyrocket and their chances of being the 6th or 7th seed in the NFC are very much real. A loss makes the road to the post-season MUCH more difficult, as well as having to face the 49ers in the final week of the season. But, with the Eagles' recent loss, that g...
Rams making LEGITIMATE playoff push, Matthew Stafford has been insanely good + more!
December 19, 2023 14:31 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBIt's no secret, the Rams are making a legitimate playoff push at 7-7 with 3 games to play. The relationship with Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp continues to grow stronger, as Matthew Stafford is clearly playing some of the best football in his career. Kyren Williams (despite the two fumbles) is as effective in this offense as Todd Gurley once was. The Rams' offensive line is also doing it's job and staying healthy for the majority. They're truly now executing on their plan set in April, wh...
Rams HUNTING for a Wildcard spot, as well another 3-game win streak with Washington coming to LA
December 14, 2023 15:09 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBThe Rams (6-7) are playing host as 7-point favorites to the Washington Commanders (4-9), who are coming off a bye (the Rams’ 4th opponent this season that’s coming off a bye) and have given up an average of 38 points in four straight losses. The once .500 Washington Commanders lost EDGE help at the deadline in Montez Sweat (in Chicago) and Chase Young (in San Francisco) on Oct. 31st and have gone 1-4 since with their only win being over the Patriots back in early November. This game is absol...
Rams take Ravens to OVERTIME in Baltimore, clearly looking like a team hunting for a Wild Card spot!
December 11, 2023 16:07 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBThe Rams (now 6-7) had put together an impressive streak of 3 straight wins against Seattle, Arizona and Cleveland to get back to .500. But, the Ravens proved they were a tougher task, and a walk-off win on a punt return (with an obvious missed block in the back call) ended up being the difference. It’s important to not get caught up on the final result of this game, because the Rams are playing some really good football right now. And with the Commanders, Saints and Giants on deck, there’s ...
Rams travel to face the Baltimore Ravens (9-3), but with Mason Crosby and a legitimate offensive identity
December 07, 2023 12:57 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBThe Rams' offense took roughly 9-12 weeks to come together, and their inexperienced defense is starting to follow suit. They've also (finally) solidified the kicker position for a potential post-season run. They're now facing arguably their toughest match-up yet (the Baltimore Ravens), with the Ravens front-7 playing as well as any in football right now. How can the Rams put together a gameplan strong enough to remain within 1 possession in the 4th quarter? From there (if they can execute), ...
RAMS RIP OFF 3rd STRAIGHT WIN against the Cleveland Browns, are now very much in Playoff contention
December 04, 2023 19:48 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBThe Rams have now won 3 straight games, leaving them very much in playoff contention as the current 8 seed in the NFC. Let's not kid ourselves: this team has been really impressive and is playing complimentary football over the last three weeks for the first time this season. The tanking narrative is starting to slip away, and Rams fans are starting to focus-in on the final stretch of the season. The question is: can this current roster actually pull off a playoff push, or will they fall sho...
Rams eyeing 3 wins in a row, play host to (maybe) Joe Flacco and the Cleveland Browns + Nick's Picks
November 30, 2023 16:29 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBThe Rams are in a position to grab the 7th seed in the NFC and win three games in a row for the first time this season. The Cleveland Browns and (potentially) former Super Bowl MVP Joe Flacco are in their way, as the Rams are going to have to be smart with how they approach their gameplan if they want to come away with a win. The best way would be to win consistently at the line of scrimmage, and negate the pressure that Myles Garrett and ZaDarius Smith cause in the pass game by heavily util...
Rams SWEEP season series vs. Cardinals: Kyren Williams has best game of his career, Aaron Donald still owns Kyler Murray
November 27, 2023 02:44 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBWas this as close to a perfect game as this Rams roster can play? We're thinking it was. Not only have the Rams now won back-to-back games for the first time this season (in dominant fashion, hanging 37 points on the Cardinals), but they’ve now swept a division rival in back-to-back weeks. Led by Kyren Williams' heroic effort, it’s the first time they’ve won back-to-back games since weeks 2 and 3 of last year. Is this Rams team poised to make a bit of a run come prepared to play two AFC team...
Rams looking to SWEEP the season series against Kyler Murray & the Arizona Cardinals + Nick's Picks
November 23, 2023 01:36 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBThe Rams are heading into Arizona as underdogs (as it stands right now), which is interesting considering the Rams have handled Arizona the last 8 times they’ve traveled there. But, this Arizona Cardinals team in Week 12 is completely different from the team we saw in Week 6, primarily due to players like Kyler Murray, James Conner, and Budda Baker. When we talked through the Arizona Cardinals in Week 6 and their inability to move the ball in the second half, we knew they’d give us a better ...
Rams SWEEP Seahawks in 17-16 win! Rams still "in the hunt", Puka Nacua's heroic day & much more!
November 20, 2023 03:37 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThe Rams haven't played good football over the last 5-6 weeks. There's no way around it. But for some reason, they always seem to do just enough against the Seattle Seahawks. Sure, a ton of their offense was aided by the 130 penalty yards Seattle committed. But, that doesn't mean the Rams stepped on the gas (offensively and defensively) in the 2nd half when they were down their Super Bowl MVP and Triple Crown winner. This win puts the Rams back "in the hunt" which may be controversial to the...
Rams vs. Seahawks Preview: Matthew Stafford and others are fully healthy, Nick's Picks & more!
November 15, 2023 19:20 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBThe Rams are a pretty confusing team right now. Are we a solid football team if we string together a few wins over the next few weeks? Do we NOT want to win, in hopes our draft slot is better? There's a lot of controversy surrounding what the Rams will or won't do to end this season. All of that aside, it's not too much to ask if you want to watch them play competitive football against a team they've historically played well against (under Sean McVay). They're getting very important players ...
Carson Wentz signs with the Rams, Nick's Week 10 Picks with the Rams on their Bye week
November 09, 2023 04:30 - 27 minutes - 25 MBThe Rams made a few roster moves ahead of their bye week, inclusive of: waiving Brett Rypien, Dresser Winn, Myles Gaskin and signing former 2nd overall pick Carson Wentz. Wentz has had some insane success and some major downfalls in just 7 short seasons — with plenty of controversy tied to him. But nothing that should stop McVay from getting the best out of him. And because it’s a bye week, we leaned in on Nick’s Picks in hopes to make the fans some money this weekend. See omnystudio.com/li...
Rams vs. Packers Recap: Are the Rams actually tanking and what's next for the 2023 season & beyond?
November 07, 2023 03:51 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBThe Rams fell to the Green Bay Packers in dramatic fashion, which makes for embarrassing losses in back-to-back weeks. Fans are angry because they felt like they were originally sold optimism by the coaching staff on the 2023 season when in reality, they all somewhat knew that the Rams were lacking in the talent department (with the exception of their three “weight bearing walls”). But to struggle this badly after showing SOME promise in the first few weeks of the season is difficult to dige...
Rams vs. Packers Week 9: Rams sign QB with Stafford hurt, trade deadline drama, Nick's picks & more
November 02, 2023 00:33 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBThe Rams were silent at the trade deadline yesterday and signed Dresser Winn as insurance as they prepare to travel to Lambeau to take on the Green Bay Packers. If Matthew Stafford is healthy enough to play in this game (is currently dealing with a gnarly UCL sprain), then the Rams have a legitimate chance to go into their bye week with a 4-5 record, and a real opportunity to re-set themselves in preparation for a tricky back-half schedule and 2 divisional opponents right out the gate. Let's...
Rams vs. Cowboys Week 8 Recap: Rams lose 43-20, Stafford's injury, Defensive miscues, Trade deadline talk & more
October 30, 2023 02:48 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThe Rams were flat out dominated by the Dallas Cowboys, 43-20 with the Cowboys fresh off their bye week, in their home stadium. Yes, the Rams have had some tough breaks when it comes to the schedule. But, when it comes to execution and situational play-calling, it feels like the Rams simply need to be better. And when it's so poor to the point it puts your starting quarterback (and 1 of 3 "weight bearing walls") in jeopardy of serious injury, it's time to start re-considering the game-plan. ...
Rams vs. #Cowboys Week 8! Rams sign a new kicker, potential moves ahead of Trade Deadline & Full Game Preview
October 26, 2023 04:20 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThe Rams are in a difficult spot: getting ready for the 4-2 Dallas Cowboys, who are coming off of a bye: very similar to what we had to deal with against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Regardless, the Rams have a few mistakes they can correct in this game that we believe could very much propel them to victory. Simple offensive tweaks (stay with the quick game, stay balanced) and defensively finding ways to generate pressure on Dak Prescott, who has sat back comfortably in the pocket this season. A...
Rams Week 7 Recap: Rams lose to Steelers, 24-17, Puka shines again, Special teams issues & much more!
October 23, 2023 01:02 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIt felt like the Rams had a legitimate opportunity to come away with a win today at SoFi Stadium, where the Rams hosted the now 4-2 Pittsburgh Steelers. Due to a few mistakes down the stretch and very obvious deficiencies on Special Teams, the Rams weren't able to capitalize on as many opportunities as the Steelers did. Missed FG's put Pittsburgh in favorable field position. Penalties and question marks in our young secondary led to big (late) conversions. The officiating was questionable at...
Rams vs. Steelers Week 7! Full Game Preview, news on Williams, Rivers, Kendrick & much more
October 18, 2023 21:07 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBThe Rams are in unfamiliar territory: they're the favorite in back-to-back weeks with the Steelers headed to SoFi this weekend. It doesn't come without a price... the Rams lost Derion Kendrick to an arrest and Kyren Williams + Ronnie Rivers to injury. They turned that right around by signing Darrell Henderson and Myles Gaskin to fill the vacancy and stand by the comments of the offensive line (after Sunday's win). Aside of that, the Steelers are on a bit of a rollercoaster: winning 3 of 5 ga...
Rams vs. Cardinals Week 6 Recap: McVay's 2nd half "adjustment", Williams and Kupp dominate & more!
October 16, 2023 18:29 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBThis was a must-win game, and the Rams got the job done against the Arizona Cardinals at home to improve to 3-3. As we work through this episode, we'll chat through the mysterious scripted series to start the game, the "tale of two halves"/McVay's big "adjustment", Cooper Kupp being back at full speed, Kyren Williams' incredible 2nd half (+ injury news), the offensive line being focal to Sean McVay at halftime, the defenses second-half adjusment that created just enough pressure to win, and ...
Rams vs. Cardinals Week 6 Preview: Must-win for Rams, Cardinals better than expected & Nick's Picks
October 12, 2023 13:42 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBThe Rams are in a must-win situation on Sunday, with both James Conner and Budda Baker out of the line-up for Arizona. The Cardinals' defense is giving up 350 yards per game and is ranked towards the bottom in defending against the pass AND defending against the run. So, it should be an easy win for the Rams as 6.5pt favorites at home, right? Well, the Arizona Cardinals are playing better than expected, with a win against Dallas and hard-fought back-to-back weeks against the 49ers and the Be...
Rams vs. Eagles Week 5 Recap: Rams' offense struggles in 2H, Jalen Hurts' MVP day, & much more!
October 10, 2023 13:10 - 28 minutes - 26 MBIn a weekend that united the whole Rams Brothers team, the Rams fell to the Eagles, 23-14 at home. While the Rams' fans were representing, there were tons of Eagles fans to balance out the energy in the stadium -- and in most scenarios, it favored the away team. Traveling fan bases are hard to prevent but becoming one dimensional in the second half and being afraid to run the ball when you fall behind is correctable. This young team has faced an incredibly difficult schedule to start the sea...
Rams vs. Eagles Week 5 Preview: Stafford vs. Hurts, Kupp's potential debut, Eagles' front-4, Nick's Picks & more!
October 04, 2023 21:15 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThe Rams are finally back home after a 2-week stretch of AFC road games. When they enter SoFi Stadium on Sunday, they'll be met with the reigning NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles, led by Jalen Hurts. The Eagles' offense may not be quite where it was last year, but their defense front is much improved and are ready to put pressure on Matthew Stafford, his injured hip, and the remainder of the Rams' offense. We listed off three very important keys to victory (as 4-point underdogs), and of cour...
Rams vs. Colts Week 4 Recap! Puka's walk-off TD, Richardson & Steichen tough to defend late
October 02, 2023 04:02 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThe Rams walked into Indy with a purpose: avoiding a 1-3 record and getting back on track. They seemingly did that with ease throughout the entire first half, but the second half was a completely different story. The combination of Anthony Richardson and Shane Steichen's new offense was overwhelming for the Rams late in this game, but a few missed FG's may have led Sean McVay to be more aggressive with his play-calling down the stretch. The Rams relied on their playmakers and were able to fi...
Rams vs. Colts Week 4! Game Preview, Shane Steichen's offense, protecting Stafford & Nick's Picks
September 28, 2023 05:35 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBThe Rams are faced with another difficult task: a second-straight road game against an AFC opponent that is playing really good football. Under new head coach Shane Steichen, this Colts team is nearly unrecognizable. Anthony Richardson should be healthy enough to start, and their offense is full of well-designed plays and really good situational play-calling. Their defense is playing way above what people expected of them and have plenty of veteran presence to show for. How will the Rams get...
Rams vs. Bengals Week 3 Recap! Live reaction, McVay's play-calling issues, offensive line injuries & much more
September 26, 2023 04:34 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe Rams lost on MNF to the 0-2 Bengals mainly because of self-inflicted wounds. They were 1-11 on 3rd down, 0-3 in the Red Zone, and became more and more one-dimensional as the game progressed. Sean McVay seemingly called a game that went against the Rams' core offseason principle: which was keeping his QB1 upright, and protected throughout the entirety of the season. The offensive line was banged up in this game, but is that any excuse to neglect the run in a one-score game (on the road)?!...
Rams vs. Bengals Week 3! Full Game Preview, Joe Burrow Injury Update, Nick's Picks & More
September 20, 2023 19:34 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBFinally, the Super Bowl 56 rematch we've all been waiting for. I think if it were up to Joe Burrow, he would have this game pushed back on the schedule after re-aggravating his calf against the Baltimore Ravens late in the fourth quarter of a 27-24 loss. In parallels of Joe Burrow's calf, the new-look Rams are poised (as 2pt underdogs currently) to go into Cincinnati and come home with a win. A continuation of what we've seen on offense (a true marriage of the run/pass, legitimate/effective ...
Rams vs. 49ers Week 2 Recap! Puka Nacua Makes History, Matthew Stafford is still Top-10 & more
September 18, 2023 01:43 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBThe Rams have now lost 9 straight regular season games to the 49ers. But this one was different, as we mentioned on the preview episode. We believed that to be true because of the Rams' much improved offensive line, the unbelievable introduction Puka Nacua has made to the league, and the young, talented defensive players we have that are currently starved to stay on the field. We left this game thinking about how well the Rams' offense executed on third down, how well they protected Stafford...
Rams vs. 49ers Week 2! Game Preview, Purdy vs. Donald, the Rivalry's Current State & Nick's Picks
September 13, 2023 14:50 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe Rams' record against the 49ers over the last 4+ seasons doesn't tell the full story. This season, a brand-new opportunity awaits for the Rams to put their handful of regular season losses to the 49ers behind them. It's the very first time we're getting to see Brock Purdy stand back in the pocket with Aaron Donald creeping down on him, with a healthy Matthew Stafford and fully rejuvenated offensive line protecting him. With the 49ers coming back to SoFi Stadium, all expectations are that ...
Rams vs. Seahawks Week 1 Recap! Puka's Historic Day, Offensive Line Revamp, Perfect 2nd Half Defense
September 11, 2023 18:52 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThe Rams seemed like they were on a legitimate mission at Lumen Field yesterday. They made the opening game vs. Seattle personal, and used all of the outside noise as motivation to prove the talking heads (and remainder of the league) wrong. Their defense absolutely dismantled Seattle in the second half, and their offense throughout the whole game progressively got more efficient. We were also able to see the relationships grow in real-time between Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua and Tutu Atwel...
Rams vs. Seahawks Week 1! Full Game Preview, Cooper Kupp Injury Update, Nick's Picks & More
September 07, 2023 00:54 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBWe've finally made it, Rams fans. The long-awaited regular season is here. To kick us off, we're facing a familiar opponent: but without one of our weight bearing walls in Cooper Kupp. How are the Rams (offensively) going to replace Kupp's production, and how can they find a way to exploit Seattle's weaknesses upfront? Also, Nick's Picks of the week are BACK, so we worked our way around the league throughout the last 10 minutes (or so ) of this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...