UPDATE: The Los Angeles Rams are set to battle the Baltimore Ravens this Sunday, October 15, 2023, at 10 a.m. PDT at M&T Bank Stadium. This game is particularly urgent as the Ravens will be without their star quarterback, Lamar Jackson, who is sidelined due to a hamstring injury.
This matchup comes just a week after the Rams suffered a surprising overtime defeat to the undermanned San Francisco 49ers, highlighting the potential for another upset. The Rams must not underestimate the Ravens, who will field backup quarterback Cooper Rush in Jackson’s absence. As Rams defensive lineman Kobie Turner emphasized, “You can never go into a game thinking you’re going to walk over somebody.”
As the Rams prepare for a critical road trip that includes an upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London on October 19, they are determined to regain their momentum. Safety Quentin Lake noted the importance of recognizing that even backup players are eager to prove themselves, saying, “The guys coming in are even more hungry because they have to prove themselves.”
The Rams will also deal with their own injury concerns, with several key players listed as doubtful or questionable, including OL Rob Havenstein and TE Colby Parkinson. Meanwhile, the Ravens will miss key contributors like ILB Roquan Smith and WR Zay Flowers.
Special teams have been a persistent issue for the Rams, having experienced four blocked kicks this season, including one last week. The last time the Rams visited Baltimore, they lost in dramatic fashion with a walk-off punt return touchdown by the Ravens.
Fans eager to catch the action can watch the game on Fox in the Los Angeles area or stream via NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV. In Southern California, the game will also be broadcast on 710 AM and 1330 AM (Español).
Gary Klein predicts that the Rams defense will rise to the occasion, stating, “The Rams defense is not going to get beat by a backup quarterback for the second game in a row.” Despite the rainy forecast, he expects Matthew Stafford and Puka Nacua to maintain their strong performances, projecting a Rams victory with a score of 27-20.
As the clock ticks down to kickoff, fans and analysts alike are bracing for a thrilling game that could define the Rams’ season. Stay tuned for live updates and post-game analysis as this story develops!
