3 takeaways from Rams 42-7 victory over Seahawks in Week 15

SEATTLE, WA - DECEMBER 17: Running back Todd Gurley
SEATTLE, WA - DECEMBER 17: Running back Todd Gurley
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Here are three takeaways from the Los Angeles Rams 42-7 win over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 15.

The Los Angeles Rams certainly felt confident about their chances of defeating the Seattle Seahawks on the road in Week 15 to increase their lead in the NFC West, but never in a million years could they have predicted a 42-7 win over their division rivals. All of a sudden, the Rams are quite the popular topic heading into Week 16, as many believe even more this team has what it takes to make a deep run in January since all signs point to them clinching a playoff berth soon.

Over the years, there have been times in which Seattle has been one of the most difficult places to play since the fans make it one of the most hostile environments in the NFL. But between the struggles with the offensive line along with the key injuries on the defensive side of the football, the Rams took full advantage of the Seahawks on Sunday, as this game was well over before halftime even rolled around.

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One week after suffering a tough loss at home to the Philadelphia Eagles, Los Angeles realized the importance of this key division battle to help keep the team in good shape for earning a playoff spot in the NFC. And while it seems like only a matter of time before the Rams do in fact clinch the division title, let’s focus on more details from this weekend’s game against the Seahawks with three major takeaways.

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