It’s hard for fans to feel good after a loss, especially one that featured a monumental comeback on the road. But even after the Rams failed to finish off their 25-point comeback, there’s reason for optimism.
Just ask Sean McVay, who was still encouraged despite the rams’ 35-32 loss to the Bills on Sunday afternoon in Buffalo.
After the game, McVay was understandably discouraged and frustrated by the way the game played out, but he was still proud of the way the Rams competed in the second half after falling behind 28-3.
Here’s what he said to reporters in his postgame press conference.
Rams coach Sean McVay was clearly agitated in his postgame interview, but also upbeat: "I was really proud of this group. I think I learned a lot about this team, things I already knew and thought. I’m excited for the future with these guys."
— Greg Beacham (@gregbeacham) September 27, 2020
Rams coach Sean McVay: "Disappointing end to a very resilient effort by our guys. I love this football team. We’re not going to make any excuses. We’re going to use this as an opportunity to move forward."
— Greg Beacham (@gregbeacham) September 27, 2020
In addition to those comments, McVay also took the blame for how poorly his team played in the first half. They struggled both on offense and defense, heading into the break down 21-3.
He said he put his players in terrible positions during the first 30 minutes, which didn’t set them up for success as the game went on.
McVay also took responsibility for how the first half unfolded: "I did a terrible job of putting us in some really poor situations early in that game. I make no excuses about it. Our guys ended up responding. We made some better adjustments. And the guys made the plays."
— Stu Jackson (@StuJRams) September 27, 2020
He even blamed himself for putting Samuel Sloman in a spot to attempt a 53-yard field goal into the wind, which sailed wide left.
Sean McVay says that putting kicker Samuel Sloman out for a 53-yard try into the wind was a “terrible decision” on his part and adds that the Rams can’t let that sack happen on third down.
— Jourdan Rodrigue (@JourdanRodrigue) September 27, 2020
In the last three years, McVay has always remained upbeat after losses and never deflects blame to anyone else. He’s quick to point the finger at himself, which he did in this instance, too.
He and the Rams will now move onto the Giants, who they host in Week 4 at SoFi Stadium.