Fans have grown frustrated seeing the Rams’ defensive backs standing 10 yards off the line of scrimmage on third-and-5. It’s allowed quarterbacks to hit quick, underneath passes for easy gains, making even limited players such as Jimmy Garoppolo look above average.
It’s all part of Raheem Morris’ defensive game plan. It’s all about limiting big plays and forcing offenses to sustain drives all the way down the field. For the most part, it works. But this season, it’s caused fans to question Morris’ approach and has played a part in the Rams’ struggles to pressure quarterbacks.
