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Rams 49ers Depth Weaknesses
Rams and 49ers face critical depth gaps as Super Bowl contenders.
In brief
Rams and 49ers face critical depth gaps as Super Bowl contenders. Rams and 49ers have significant depth issues that could impact their Super Bowl odds. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Quick answers
- What's real in NFL?
- Trying to figure out what's real and what's not is the toughest thing to do in the NFL, especially early in the season.
- Bryce Young's real performance?
- Were Bryce Young's excellent first two weeks real, or now, after a bad game against the Browns, is the real Bryce Young the one we've seen most of his career?
- What happens next?
- The Rams and 49ers face critical depth gaps that could impact their Super Bowl odds.
- What is the key takeaway from Rams 49ers Depth Weaknesses?
- Rams and 49ers have significant depth issues that could impact their Super Bowl odds.
What's real in NFL?
Trying to figure out what's real and what's not is the toughest thing to do in the NFL, especially early in the season.
Bryce Young's real performance?
Were Bryce Young's excellent first two weeks real, or now, after a bad game against the Browns, is the real Bryce Young the one we've seen most of his career?
Top Super Bowl contenders
We're looking at the six teams with the shortest Super Bowl odds to determine their biggest weaknesses.
Rams depth concerns
The Rams face depth issues with injuries to Myles Garrett, Puka Nacua, and Jaylen Watson.
Rams pass rush weakness
The Rams are 29th in sack rate with inexperienced players filling roles behind Myles Garrett.
Rams wide receiver gap
With no Puka Nacua, the Rams rely on Davante Adams with limited tight end support.
Rams cornerback issues
Josh Wallace and Emmanuel Forbes Jr. fill in for Jaylen Watson with pass interference and picks.
Bills turnover problem
The Bills had five turnovers in a win over the Chargers, including two interceptions by Josh Allen.
49ers injury concerns
The 49ers have multiple injuries including Mike Evans, Trent Williams, and Dre Greenlaw leaving early.
Ravens defensive playmaking
The Ravens rank 23rd in sack rate and have struggled with game-changing plays in the postseason.
Seahawks run game weakness
Seattle is 31st in rushing EPA with no explosive running back after Kenneth Walker III left.
Chiefs wide receiver gap
The Chiefs lack a go-to outside receiver with Travis Kelce leading catches but limited outside production.
What happens next?
The Rams and 49ers face critical depth gaps that could impact their Super Bowl odds.
What matters most
Rams and 49ers have significant depth issues that could impact their Super Bowl odds.
