At the pep rally

[TecmoBengals]

(02-09-2022, 09:19 AM)SHRacerX Wrote: The Rams run defense is really tough, and as frustrating as it may be to watch sometimes, the Bengals still need to test the LBs and slow them down just a bit with the realistic threat of a run.  Donald and company do a good job occupying the blockers so the LBs can flow to the ball, but for play-action and screens to work, there needs to be at least the threat of a traditional hand off. 

One thing I think about with respect to the offensive line and run blocking: The last time the Bengals had two weeks between games  was when they faced the Raiders during the regular season.  The line had been struggling, but coming off that bye, they really pushed around the Raiders line and Mixon had a big game.  

I know in this case the Rams had a bye as well, but I still think it can only help them.  I do hope we see more Carman than Adeniji.  He was on the field that final drive at KC.  I think his superior strength is needed here.  

Good point about have the two weeks to prepare the OL for the oncoming attack of the Rams DL. The Rams don't really have to do extra prep to unleash Donald, Miller, and Floyd; however, extra prep can hopefully help the OL better prepare for giving Burrow time to pass.