NFL playoff picture is already getting complicated for the Rams

Bret Stuter of Ramblin' Fan writes that the Los Angeles Rams face a difficult path to the postseason following a 2-3 start and a loss to the Buffalo Bills. Early struggles have been compounded by severe travel, an outbreak of injuries to key stars, and league-worst special teams performances. The team recently released kicker Harrison Mevis and signed Blake Grupe from the New York Jets practice squad.

Stuter argues that although the Rams face an easier upcoming five-game stretch against opponents with a combined 6-18-1 record, a turnaround is essential. With stiff competition across the NFC North and NFC West, a crowded wild-card race leaves Los Angeles little margin for error before closing the season with another gauntlet of playoff contenders.