Part of having a young roster is enduring the bumps and bruises of inexperienced units while fostering optimism from strong performances.
On Sunday, a work-in-progress Los Angeles Rams defense wasn’t able to contain Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. The Rams lost 37-31 in Week 14, but it wasn’t without strong performances from their young weapons.
Running back Kyren Williams added 115 more rushing yards to his season total, receiver Puka Nacua made multiple clutch catches, and rookie tight end Davis Allen had the best game of his young career.
It shouldn’t be ignored that his biggest game, both in terms of production and time on the field, came against Baltimore’s elite defense. Allen’s role increased when starter Tyler Higbee was ruled out, and he stepped up admirably. Making plays and remaining aggressive against such esteemed competition.
“Those are some tough matchups, both in the run game and in the pass game,” Stafford said. “I know those guys have first-round picks all over the place, so I thought he did a nice job.”
