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Was this Ty Simpson’s best college performance?

New Los Angeles Rams QB Ty Simpson was a college starter for a good time instead of a long time. Simpson was arguably the best signal caller in all of college football through the first nine weeks of last season before a late downturn that can reasonably be explained by a rash of injuries. His […]

Sean McVay’s hardest moment was one of his most impressive performances

I’ll never forget where I was when I watched Baker Mayfield’s debut with the Los Angeles Rams. I was standing in the general admission section of The Granada Theater in Lawrence, Kansas, in attendance at a Flatland Cavalry concert. And while Cleto Cordero was crooning the lyrics to “If We Said Goodbye,” I had my […]

Rams improve 2023 draft grade from B to A+

The Los Angeles Rams have received a lot of praise over the last few years for drafting Puka Nacua in the fifth round of the 2023 draft, but in the shadow of the best day three pick of the past decade is the fact that L.A. also did great on day two. That year, Rams […]

Ty Simpson should see more action than expected in 2026

Los Angeles Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson will rarely see the field in 2026, but he should still get more playing time than we anticipate. This is not to say that Simpson should be the primary starter if Matthew Stafford suffers a significant injury or is otherwise unavailable. TST’s JB Scott went more in-depth on […]

Why Matthew Stafford is primed for another great year

I would normally sit here and tell you that a quarterback winning his first MVP and putting together his best individual season at age 37 is not a predictive indicator of what is to come. Smart bets would usually lean towards a return to normalcy and career baselines. I’m known for finding the contrarian angle […]

Sean McVay explains why Rams drafted Ty Simpson

Sean McVay acknowledged that drafting Ty Simpson was not an easy decision, but that as head coach of the Los Angeles Rams it’s important to balance moves that will be better both for the short-term and the long-term. In an interview with the podcast Bussin’ with the Boys on Tuesday, McVay told hosts Will Compton […]

L.A. Rams News: I found a neat video about Mike Martz

So, the NFL won’t let me post the video, but I’ll share the link here! If you are at all interested in learning about Mike Martz (who changed the game) or you want to relive some good and not so good days from the St. Louis Rams, then watch the video. It’s great. The Rams […]

The most divided backfield we’ve seen in the Sean McVay era?

This year’s backfield split between Kyren Williams and Blake Corum could be the most shared workload we’ve seen over Sean McVay’s time with the Los Angeles Rams. It’s one of the most interesting dynamics across this refreshed roster. In his early years, McVay seemed adamantly opposed to a shared backfield. Todd Gurley shouldered an outsized […]

Which Rams players have most to gain during OTAs?

When the Los Angeles Rams begin OTAs next week on May 26, the player with the most to gain is also one of the biggest stars in the NFL. Puka Nacua can prove he’s back on the right track after checking in and out of rehab, setting himself up for a record-breaking payday extension before […]

Matthew Stafford might play longer than you think

This offseason, there was less speculation about Matthew Stafford’s future and retirement timeline than in previous years, and that could become more of a trend than an outlier despite him being the second-oldest expected starter in the NFL at age 38. Rams fans could be looking forward to at least four more years of Stafford […]

Rams’ SoFi Stadium set Super Bowl standard; who’s next?

Just a few years after SoFi Stadium reset expectations for Super Bowl hosting, the NFL appears ready to hand its biggest event to Nashville for the first time ever. League owners are expected to vote this week on awarding Super Bowl LXIV to Nashville, which would make “Music City” the host of the championship game […]

Can Matthew Stafford dodge the post-MVP aging QB decline?

In February, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford became the oldest signal caller at age 37 to win MVP for the first time. Stafford will not only be working against the clock in the 2026 season, but also against a history of QBs in their late 30s this century who have declined after winning MVP. […]

L.A. Rams News: Stefon Diggs an option?

I don’t think anyone is saying that Stefon Diggs will sign with the Los Angeles Rams, but it is a possibility. At this stage, Diggs is likely weighing his options with regard to who will pay him, and which team gives Diggs the best chance at winning a Super Bowl? Diggs has still shown he […]

‘The most daunting schedule I’ve ever seen’

Vincent Bonsignore, who used to cover the Los Angeles Rams as a beat writer and now cover the Las Vegas Raiders, authored a piece in the NY Post this week that explains how LA is facing “the most daunting schedule I’ve ever seen”. While Bonsignore no longer covers the Rams, he was intimately familiar with […]

The Rams Are About to Spend the Holidays in Prime Time

Is there a better way to celebrate the family, food, and thankfulness of Thanksgiving week than with your favorite football team? Is there a better way to celebrate the joy and togetherness of Christmas than with your favorite football team? Rams fans are about to find out. The NFL has made it clear that it’s […]

Rams schedule comes with a toll

The 2026 season will test the endurance of the Los Angeles Rams long before the playoffs begin. Between coast-to-coast road trips, divisional battles in hostile environments, and an international opener in Melbourne, Australia, the Rams are expected to travel roughly 34,847 miles during the regular season — the second-most in the NFL. Los Angeles will […]

Rams should look to fortify offensive line depth

The Los Angeles Rams have spent the last several seasons rebuilding and reshaping their roster around a younger core, but one of the organization’s most underrated strengths during the Sean McVay era has been its ability to identify offensive line talent and revive careers. As the Rams continue preparing for another playoff push, further fortifying […]

Rams roster: What’s their draft pedigree?

As OTAs advance, reports from many football pundits have rated the Los Angeles Rams as having one the NFL’s best overall rosters for the 2026 season. L.A. did do a good job of plugging holes in free agency and while the draft didn’t go the route many felt it should, all five draftees have the […]

The most compelling storylines from Rams 2026 schedule

The 2026 slate of games was finalized this week for the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams are in the league’s full spotlight with seven primetime games, but the real story is whether the schedule helps launch a contender—or exposes one. What are the most compelling storylines from LA’s 2026 slate? Let’s preview some of the […]

Rams ready for OTA team workouts

With the Los Angeles Rams a month into their voluntary offseason training activities (OTAs), things are beginning  to heat up at the Woodland Hills training facility. L.A. is ready to take to the field en masse for Phase 3 of spring workouts, organized offense/defense work, on May 26. The rookie mini-camp (May 8-10) just finished up, […]

L.A. Rams News: Holy primetime games, Batman

I don’t know who Batman is, but if I did, I think someone named Robin would say to Batman, “Holy primetime games, Batman. The Los Angeles Rams have a lot of ‘em.” I should work in Hollywood with dialogue that good, but I don’t make the rules. Yes, the L.A. Rams do have a lot […]

Is Rams’ offense more fragile than defense?

The Los Angeles Rams spent the 2026 offseason reinventing its defense. LA has done a complete 180 and taken their secondary from a point of weakness to a formidable strength. Out are Cobie Durant and Ahkello Witherspoon; in are Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson. After their well-intentioned maneuvers over the last few months, are the […]

Rams 2026 preseason dates and game information

The preseason may not count in the standings, but for the Los Angeles Rams, the 2026 exhibition slate could play a major role in shaping another Super Bowl pursuit. With expectations sky-high entering the season, Sean McVay and his staff will use the team’s three-game preseason schedule to evaluate young talent, solidify depth battles, and […]

NFL schedule makers ruined several blockbuster games in 2026

Fans will be getting a healthy dose of the Los Angeles Rams in 2026, but the NFL completely whiffed on the timing of several high-profile matchups. Cramming both Rams-Seahawks games into two of the final three weeks was only the beginning of the league’s scheduling chaos this season. The NFL lost its mind not only […]

L.A. Rams News: Are you happy with the schedule?

I’m taking a risk by writing this before the official schedule drop, but are you happy with the drop? Did you enjoy the social media video(s)? There was a video right!??! Was there more than one video? Which team handled their schedule release the best? You don’t have to answer any of these questions, but […]