Rams Dominate Titans,Showcase Emerging Stars and Areas for Improvement
INGLEWOOD,Calif. – Teh Los Angeles Rams delivered a commanding performance in Week 2, defeating the Tennessee Titans and highlighting both standout players and areas needing refinement. The Rams’ defense proved disruptive, while key additions to the offense began to flourish.
STUD: LB Byron Young
Byron Young continued his extraordinary start to the season, anchoring the Rams’ defensive front.He finished the day with five tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble that set up Los Angeles on a short field, allowing them to take a two-score lead.
Kobie Turner, Josiah Stewart, and Kam Curl all contributed with sacks as well.
DUD: WR Tutu Atwell
Atwell struggled to make an impact in the Rams’ offense, finishing without a catch on one target. Quiet days are likely for the 2021 second-round pick unless Davante Adams and Puka Nacua are limited.
STUD: QB Matthew Stafford
Stafford built upon a solid Week 1 with an even stronger performance, completing 69.7% of his passes for 298 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Despite a poor decision leading to an interception late in the first half, Stafford moved up to seventh on the Rams’ all-time passing touchdown list.
DUD: DL Poona Ford
Ford had a quiet outing, recording just one tackle that wasn’t for a loss. The Rams’ front seven also allowed Tony Pollard to rush for 92 yards on 4.6 yards per attempt, a potential concern if the game had been closer.
STUD: WR Davante adams
Adams made a significant impact in his second game as a Ram, finishing with six receptions for 106 yards and a touchdown. While Stafford and Adams were unable to connect on seven targets, their developing chemistry is promising.
STUD: WR Puka Nacua
Nacua continued to demonstrate his versatility and impact, recording eight receptions for 91 yards and a 45-yard touchdown rush on fourth-and-1 in the first quarter. He previously hauled in 10 passes for 130 yards in the season opener.