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4 keys for gritty Rams defense to have any chance at beating the Bills

The Los Angeles Rams defense keyed a miraculous comeback win in Week 4, but the challenge is even greater in a Week 5 clash with the Buffalo Bills.

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 5:00 PM
4 keys for gritty Rams defense to have any chance at beating the Bills
Key Things to Know
  • Bret Stuter outlines four key defensive tasks for the Rams to defeat the Bills in Week 5.
  • The Rams must limit Buffalo running back James Cook III, who averages over 100 rushing yards per game.
  • Stuter highlights neutralizing tight end Dalton Kincaid using Quentin Lake or Kam Kinchens as a crucial matchup.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Bret Stuter outlines four defensive keys for the Los Angeles Rams ahead of their Week 5 prime-time matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Following a Week 4 win over the Philadelphia Eagles, the Rams defense must prepare for a potent Buffalo offense despite facing early-season injury struggles across the roster.

Stuter argues that defensive coordinator Chris Shula's unit must stop running back James Cook III, neutralize tight end Dalton Kincaid, and contain quarterback Josh Allen's dual-threat abilities. Additionally, the writer emphasizes that Los Angeles needs to be fully prepared to perform effectively under the prime-time spotlight.

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