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5 Bold Observations From The Rams Win Over the Seahawks

The Los Angeles Rams got it done late against their bitter rivals
Nov 16, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass during the first half against the Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Nov 16, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass during the first half against the Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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INGLEWOOD, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday with their defense coming up huge time and time again. Here are five observations from the game.

1. The Rams' Third Quarter Offensive Woes Continue

Once again the Rams failed to impress on offensive in the third quarter and to be frank, in the second half. This has been a reoccuring theme throughout the season but it hasn't mattered since the offense typically turns it on in the fourth.

Matthew Stafford
Nov 16, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass during the second half against the Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

While the Rams defense made play after play to secure victory, most quarterback won't endanger the ball like Sam Darnold did so if the Rams can't turn in on in the fourth, their inability to effectively move the ball in the third will lead to more defeats.

2. Sam Darnold is Who We Thought He Is

Four interceptions and looked even worse than he did in the Rams' playoff win over the Vikings last season. Darnold just proved that he can not engineer a winning effort against Los Angeles, which means that Seattle is going to change up their entire offensive approach when they host the Rams in a little over a month's time.

3. Kamren Kinchens is a Superstar

What can you say about Kamren Kinchens that he didn't say about himself on Sunday? Two interceptions, multiple big-time plays, and he played sound versatile football that allowed Chris Shula to flip coverages to defend the underneath.

Kamren Kinchens
Nov 16, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams safety Kamren Kinchens (26) celebrates after a interception during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Kinchens kept Jaxon Smith-Njigba from throwing over the top while he would periodically sink down to avoid the short, inside throw. His work was one of several defining moments throughout the game.

4. Emmanuel Forbes is Very Much Back

Forbes was tasked with stopping Jaxon Smith-Njigba and stepped up to the challenge time and time again. Forbes nearly pocketed Smith-Njigba while making two critical pass break ups in the end zone on two seperate drives.

5. Kyren Williams Has Continually Outplayed His Contract

Despite Seattle's dominant front, Williams was brilliant on the day as he made Seattle pay on the ground, setting up multiple touchdown scores. Williams has outplayed his rookie deal and looks to have been a steal regarding the price of his extension as his work in the run and pass game continues to put the Rams in position to win.

BONUS: Byron Young is One of the NFL's Best Run Defenders

Byron Young
Nov 16, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) runs away from Los Angeles Rams linebacker Byron Young (0) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Whenever Kenneth Walker or Zach Charbonnet ran with the ball, there is a good chance Byron Young helped bring them down. He has a phenomenal read of the game, especially on running plays as he constantly defeats blocks and makes tackles with both his physical prowess and intelligence on body positioning.

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BROCK VIERRA

Brock Vierra, a UNLV graduate, is the Los Angeles Rams Beat Writer On Sports Illustrated. He also works as a college football reporter for our On Sports Illustrated team.