The Rams on Offense:

Quarterback Jared Goff has been the subject of criticism for the majority of the Rams’ season, as he has not played up to the massive contract extension he was given in August. He has struggled mightily with turnovers and hasn’t looked like the player he was last year. In fact, the Los Angeles Rams haven’t had a passing touchdown in three games.

Todd Gurley has still been an effective weapon for the Rams, but he also hasn’t been himself. The former Offensive Player of the Year has seen a decrease in carries following knee injuries late in the 2018 campaign. Still, Gurley has totaled 547 yards rushing and seven touchdowns. Stopping the run is essential to the success of Vance Joseph’s defense this Sunday. The Cardinals have done a solid job of limiting opposing running backs this year, but the pass defense is a whole different story.

Tight end Gerald Everett won’t play for the Rams this Sunday, but the Cardinals defense hasn’t shown much ability to guard anyone at that position. Also missing Sunday’s game is tackle Rob Havenstein. The Cardinals could shuffle their edge attack to match up Chandler Jones on Rams backup tackle Bobby Evans.

The Rams still boast a very talented wide receiver trio of Brandin Cooks, Cooper Kupp, and Robert Woods. It will pose a great challenge for Vance Joseph’s defense that has to step up in the remaining five games. The Cardinals will need to generate consistent pressure on Jared Goff, or else these receivers will work their way open.

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