Washington’s Struggles and LA Rams’ Healthy Offense

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Dec 18, 2023

As the NFL season progresses, the Washington Commanders continue to display a perplexing performance, especially under the scrutiny of their head coach, Ron Rivera. With the recent acquisition of the team by Josh Harris, expectations are high, and changes seem inevitable. Rivera’s future with the team appears uncertain as the season draws to a close.

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On the other side, the Los Angeles Rams have been a topic of discussion. While coach Sean McVay’s offense shows promise, their defense has been unexpectedly lax, surrendering significant points each week. This pattern has been particularly noticeable in their recent games, defying the typical strength of a defense bolstered by Aaron Donald. The Rams’ earlier strategy in their games appeared overly complicated, especially in their red zone play calling, which arguably cost them valuable points.

A central talking point has been the Rams’ offense. The trio of Matthew Stafford, Kyren Williams, and Cooper Kupp have only recently started playing together due to various injuries. Their collaboration is beginning to show positive signs, suggesting a potential upswing in the Rams’ offensive capabilities.

In contrast, Washington’s game management has been underwhelming. Rivera’s strategy, particularly in the latter stages of games, has been criticized for lacking urgency and poor decision-making. This was evident in their recent game, where ineffective time management and questionable play calls led to a disappointing performance. The blunder with the extra point, affecting both the game’s outcome and the betting landscape, particularly for those who backed Washington at +7.5, highlights the team’s current struggles.

The Rams, with their potent offense but faltering defense, and Washington, grappling with leadership and strategic challenges, have vital issues to address as they advance through the season.

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