As the Raiders prepare to face off against the Rams, the big question on everyone’s mind is whether the Rams can finally make a stop on the ground. The Rams defense has been struggling, particularly against the run, and they will have their work cut out for them when the Raiders come to town.
One player that the Raiders are missing dearly is their former star running back, who led the team in rushing for five consecutive seasons. The player in question, Jacobs, has since moved on to the Green Bay Packers and has been putting up impressive numbers. With 464 yards on the ground and an average of 4.3 yards per carry, Jacobs is certainly missed by his old team.
In contrast, the Rams offense has been holding their own when it comes to running the ball. They currently rank eighth in the NFL with a positive EPA per rush attempt. However, the real challenge lies with their defense, which has been struggling immensely this season.
The Rams have allowed a staggering 788 rushing yards in just five games, making them the worst in the NFL in rushing yards per game allowed. Their 4.8 yards per carry allowed is also near the bottom of the league. The question now is whether the Rams defense can step up and make a much-needed stop against the Raiders.
When it comes to the Raiders’ rushing attack, they have been leaning on Zamir White and former Viking Alexander Mattison. White, a fourth-round pick out of Georgia, has been averaging around 3 yards per carry in his four games this season. Mattison, on the other hand, has struggled recently, averaging just 2.5 yards per carry over his last two games.
So, as the Raiders and Rams prepare to face off, the big question remains: who will come out on top in the battle of the team that can’t run against the team that can’t stop the run? It will certainly be a game to watch for any football fan.
