Mike Tomlin critiques Rams after loss to Cardinals, shares offseason thoughts

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Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Mike Tomlin critiques Rams after loss to Cardinals, shares offseason thoughts
Summary

On October 19, 2026, Mike Tomlin commented on the Los Angeles Rams' struggles following their recent loss to the Arizona Cardinals, which dropped their season record to 2-4. After making significant offseason moves aimed at contention, the team's performance has not met expectations. Tomlin's two-word remark, 'August Lombardi,' highlights the gap between preseason hype and actual results. The Rams have faced challenges with quarterback Matthew Stafford's performance and injuries to key players, further complicating their season. Currently at the bottom of the NFC West, the Rams face an uphill battle to remain in playoff contention.

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  • •Rams fall to 2-4 after loss to Cardinals.
  • •Tomlin criticizes Rams' offseason expectations.
  • •Stafford and defense struggle with consistency.
  • •Rams rank low in offense and defense impact scores.
  • •Team faces challenges to salvage playoff hopes.
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The Los Angeles Rams made several big moves this offseason, including trading for Trent McDuffie and Myles Garrett while also bringing Aaron Donald out of retirement. The idea was to build a dominant defense to complement an already strong offense and put the Rams in a position to contend for a Super Bowl.

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