Rams Coaches Break Down Denver Matchup Challenges
The Los Angeles Rams are preparing for a Week 3 matchup against the Denver Broncos after beating the New York Giants 28-6. Rams coaches discussed the challenges Denver presents, including defensive coordinator Vance Joseph's scheme. Los Angeles could be without wide receiver Puka Nacua and may rely on 13 personnel again.
Los Angeles enters Week 3 after rebounding from an opening loss with a 28-6 victory over New York. Denver also reached a conference title game last season and improved after halftime to defeat Jacksonville 20-13. Vance Joseph's Broncos defense is a key concern; he formerly coordinated Arizona's defense from 2019-2022, when the Rams often beat the Cardinals and averaged 26.9 points. Since taking the Denver job, his unit has ranked among the NFL's best.
Rams may lack Puka Nacua and use 13 personnel, involving Terrance Ferguson. Bo Nix's mobility and ability to create outside structure challenge Los Angeles, which has had trouble with mobile quarterbacks.
This matchup may draw attention from Rams and Broncos fans, fantasy football participants, and sports media, with injury updates and coaching decisions shaping narratives. A strong showing by Los Angeles could boost local confidence and viewership; Denver's performance may affect perceptions of its defense and quarterback. Broader societal impact is likely limited to entertainment, community identity, and weekend routines rather than material change.