5 ways LA Rams play better than expected in 2020

LA Rams improvement plan

While we covered the LA Rams, we have had our share of questions about the offseason moves made so far. But amidst all the activity, two things remain unscathed.  The LA Rams still possess a pair of 2019 1000 yard receivers in Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods on offense. Only the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Chargers,  And the Rams still boast the most destructive force on the defense in the modern NFL in DL Aaron Donald.

So let’s assume that the base assumption of these LA Rams is correct. Take everything that the Rams were in 2019, and pull out the production of Todd Gurley, Brandin Cooks, Cory Littleton, Clay Matthews, and Dante Fowler Jr. off the stats sheet.

Player attrition

While we’re at it, let’s remove the kicking of long-time kicker Greg Zuerlein. Let’s pull out the solid defensive play of Nickell Robey-Coleman.  And of course, the Rams no longer have the play of veteran safety Eric Weddle to count on either. Do all those things, and yes, you likely have a 6-10 or 7-9 team.

Can the LA Rams improve? Well, the Rams head coach Sean McVay is working tirelessly day and night to return the team back to the NFL Playoffs. Not only that, but he’s saddled up two young passionate, and like-minded coordinators in OC Kevin O’Connell and DC Brandon Staley.

One of the first opportunities for improvement is the play of the tight ends.