Rams Coach McVay said plenty about QB Stetson Bennett, and you may not like it

"Just cut loose and enjoy it"

There is a tendency to throw anything and everything away now. Unlike many years ago, when repairing something was the more economical decision, the advent of micro-everything, computerized smart devices, and holding the power to connect to the world in the palm of your hand has changed not only how we view our gadgets and possessions.

It has changed how we view the world around us too.

Had that trend been used in the team's first preseason game, the Rams would likely have replaced Bennett with Dresser Winn. As a result, Bennett would have to sit on the bench, knowing that he had thrown four interceptions, and likely cost his team a victory. And that would have been a dark place to leave a young quarterback after walking away from the game for a year due to what many now have labeled simple mental fatigue.

The Rams coaching staff had other ideas. Knowing and trusting Stetson Bennett's ability, the team left him in. After all, he dug the hole that the team found itself in. So it only seemed like the wise decision to hold him accountable to dig himself, and the team, out of it.

But before we rush to judge, or even revisit the final offensive play from Bennett, let's step back and give the guy his due. Stetson Bennett was able to bootleg for five yards to move the chains and keep the offense moving forward on one series. Despite being away from competitive football, he completed 24 of 38 passes (a 63.2 percent completion rate) for 224 yards. He was sacked twice for a loss of nine yards. And though he threw four interceptions, and narrowly avoided throwing a fifth pick, he was able to place his receivers into position to showcase their talents.

Jordan Whittington, Xavier Smith, Sam Wiglusz, Miller Forristall, Drake Stoops, Boston Scott, Tyler Johnson, and even Zach Evans were all able to show their ability to catch passes thanks to the ability of Stetson Bennett to find them as they created separation on their routes.

And so, the dramatic stage was set. It came down to one play, time running out, and the Rams trailing the Dallas Cowboys by six points. A field goal would mean nothing. It was the end zone, or go home.

Stetson Bennett found TE Miller Forristall at the back of the end zone.

A game-winning clutch throw. Does that forgive four interceptions? Perhaps not. But that is the reality of football. Interceptions only happen to quarterbacks who dare to just cut loose and enjoy it. In the end, it seems like Coach McVay knows what he is talking about.