Five First Half Rams-Eagles Observations

The Los Angeles Rams lead the Eagles 19-7 at the half

Sep 21, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse (8) during warmups against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images | Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Rams have had themselves a half against the Philadelphia Eagles. Here's five observations from the dominant showing.

1. Davante Adams is a difference maker

It's clear that the Eagles' defense can be defeated through running the ball and then targeting Davante Adams downfield. This first time the Rams did that, Adams scored a beautiful touchdown against Reed Blankenship and when they did it again, Adams drew a defensive pass interference on Quinyon Mitchell.

Sep 21, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams (17) makes a touchdown catch over Philadelphia Eagles safety Reed Blankenship (32) during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

2. The Rams still don't know how to successfully sequence red zone plays

The Rams entered the red zone for the first time in the game and immediately attempt to force a pass to Davante Adams. I don't hate the call to pass the ball but not like that and not to the most obvious target. While the Rams did use the run on following plays, a penalty would force a field goal.

Sep 21, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay walks from the tunnel for action against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

While it's easy to Monday Morning quarterback, a simple play action before throwing the ball to Williams in the flat could be everything. Simply introducing the concept should stretch the Eagles' defense enough to find Adams on the inside.

On their second drive, the Rams stalled out again, forcing another field goal.

3. The lack of enforcement regarding illegal procedures committed during the tush push play is unacceptable

While Coleman Shelton committed a clear penalty to wipe a Kyren Williams rushing touchdown off the board, one has to feel some type of way since the Eagles clearly committed a false start on their first drive, while using the tush push play.

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) lines up for the tush push play on the goal line against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

So the refs can clearly enforce penalties in the trenches but only when the Rams do it? While that may make me sound like a Rams homer, it gets to a point before something needs to be said.

4. Kyren Williams is finding his grove

Williams had his best first-half of the season, looking explosive and effective. The Rams did a great job mixing in Blake Corum into the rotation and for the first time in a long time, the Rams have a true 1-2 running back punch.

Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons (98) makes a tackle on Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams (23) during the second quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. | Denny Simmons / The Tennessean / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Williams' usage, pace, and execution have been stellar.

5. Let the Eagles offense punch themselves out

The Eagles have made it clear. They can not handle the pass rush and Saquon isn't easily slipping away from their graps. Let them set themselves up into second and third and long situations before unleashing the blitz on Hurts.

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