Rams face challenges after loss to Cardinals in tight game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 3:15 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams are experiencing increased nervousness following a narrow 18-16 defeat to the Arizona Cardinals on October 18, 2026. The Rams now sit at 2-4 under coach Sean McVay. Key issues affecting the team include a struggling kicking game, exacerbated by an injury to replacement kicker Blake Grupe. Defensive strategies from Cardinals’ coach Mike LaFleur capitalized on the Rams’ lack of depth at tackle. Following this performance, concerns have emerged about special teams coordination under Bubba Ventrone.
- •Rams drop to 2-4 record after loss to Cardinals.
- •Blake Grupe's injury raises kicking game concerns.
- •Matthew Stafford lacks protection due to suspension of Alaric Jackson.
- •Bubba Ventrone's job security as special teams coach questioned.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Rams Insider Exposes Where LA has Become ‘Nervous’ Following Cardinals Game
"The Rams have grown "nervous" here, per this insider. The post Rams Insider Exposes Where LA has Become ‘Nervous’ Following Cardinals Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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