UPDATE: The Los Angeles Rams are gearing up for a critical showdown against the Baltimore Ravens this Sunday, October 15, 2023, at 10 a.m. PDT, at M&T Bank Stadium. The Ravens will be without their star quarterback, Lamar Jackson, who is sidelined due to a hamstring injury, heightening the stakes for the Rams after their recent loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
This matchup marks the beginning of a crucial road trip for the Rams, as they will remain in Baltimore to prepare for their upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London on October 19. The urgency is palpable; the Rams must rebound from last week’s 26-23 overtime defeat against the 49ers, where their defense struggled against backup quarterback Mac Jones.
Rams defensive lineman Kobie Turner emphasized the importance of not underestimating opponents: “You can never go into a game and be like, ‘Oh man, we’re about to walk over somebody.’ It’s all NFL guys.” The Rams learned this lesson the hard way, and they face a Ravens team that, despite missing key players, is more motivated to prove themselves.
In addition to Jackson, the Ravens will be missing several starters, including cornerback Chidobe Awuzie, tackle Emery Jones, and linebacker Roquan Smith. As Quentin Lake, Rams safety, noted, “The guys coming in are even more hungry because they have to prove themselves.”
The Rams have their own injury concerns. Defensive lineman Omar Speights and offensive lineman Rob Havenstein are both doubtful, while tight end Colby Parkinson is in concussion protocol and wide receiver Tutu Atwell is questionable with a hamstring injury.
Fans can catch the action live on Fox in the Los Angeles area, with nationwide coverage available through a subscription to NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV. In Southern California, the game will be broadcast on 710 AM and 1330 AM (Español).
Despite a rainy forecast, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and rookie sensation Puka Nacua are expected to shine. Sports writer Gary Klein predicts, “The Rams defense is not going to get beat by a backup quarterback for the second game in a row. Rams 27, Ravens 20.”
As both teams prepare for this pivotal game, fans will be watching closely. Will the Rams overcome their recent struggles and capitalize on a weakened Ravens squad? The clock is ticking, and kickoff is just hours away!
