LA Rams QB Jared Goff sacked fewer than most quarterbacks

Offense tweaks

The NFL oscillates. McVay brought an innovative offense. In 2019, defenses of teams like the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks loaded up on edge rushers to force quicker throws by the offense.  Now it’s up to McVay and O’Connell to counter punch. There are several ways to do that.

The Rams could lean more heavily into two tight end offensive sets.  Adding blockers aligns nicely with leak plays, as the defense is stuck in “run” anticipation whenever two tight ends line up on the field..

The Rams could also bring in a fullback for some change of pace offensive plays.  A key for slowing down pass rushers, a solid blocking fullback can effectively neutralize the thoroughbred defender edge rushers, and still become a safety outlet if the quarterback feels pressure.

Another way the team can succeed against the violently physical defensive fronts is to work some misdirection plays. Each team now has a version of the infamous “Philly Philly!” play. That is just one of the myriad of passing plays disguising ball movement one direction, and throwing it in the opposite direction.

LA Rams quarterback Jared Goff endured fewer sacks in 2019 than many other quarterbacks.  Doing so cost the Rams by not stretching the field.  Look for the Rams offense to force defenders to cover the entire field in 2020.  Not only is that smart for the passing game, but it will do wonders for the running game as well.