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Liam Coen says Allen Robinson’s involvement in Rams offense is secondary to fixing issues on offensive line

Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Liam Coen is hard at work finding solutions to his unit’s inability to move the ball downfield. Over the last few weeks, the team has has a hard time rising above the below-average play of their patchwork offensive line, which has been plagued by injuries this season.

The involvement of receiver Allen Robinson, who was signed by the Rams in free agency ahead of the season in hopes that he might add an additional threat to the offense, has been a hot topic of late, and Coen was asked about his use of the former Pro Bowl pass catcher at his Thursday press conference. He effectively told the media that until issues with his front five are fixed, the utilization of Robinson’s talents will be a secondary consideration, as quarterback Matthew Stafford would have a hard time getting him the ball without a proper pocket to throw from.

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