The offense generally struggled, especially the passing game. Quarterback Sam Bradford looked uncomfortable making reads and threw a lot of forced passes into coverage. Perhaps it was just the ineptitude of the receiving corps, but Bradford himself looked shaky as well. Fortunately, the running game by Steven Jackson, albeit brief, was impressive. Not so much for rookie Isaiah Pead, who had some issues with ball control.The defense struggled as much as the offense. Granted, Colts quarterback Andrew Luck was very on target with his receivers, but the defensive coverages tended to be loose rather than man-to-man. The Colts offensive line controlled the line of scrimmage, and many corners (and even linebackers) were left trailing open receivers. Luck really managed to exploit the open seam routes in between coverages.
Special teams play was generally okay for the most part. The Rams must be good at special teams if their offense and defense continue to struggle. Much-hyped kicker Greg Zuerlein delivered on his only field goal attempt, which came after a pass interference penalty put the Rams in field goal range. Not good...
The rookies generally struggled. Quick and Givens each caught a pass each. Brockers, Jenkins, and Johnson struggled on defense. Pead also struggled on offense, as noted earlier.
Overall, the Rams have a lot of work to do. There was very little optimism to take away from this game, since the Rams did so poorly in all areas. It will be interesting to see how the position battles continue to develop with each game, but eventually the Rams must find a group of 53 guys that will jell and collectively improve together. Next up is a preseason game for the Governor's Cup, against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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