The Los Angeles Rams did not have an answer for Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley in 2024. The defense did not have an answer for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in 2025. Both teams would go on to win their respective Super Bowl matchups.
In both cases, LA was their toughest foe.
The defense effectively responded to the vulnerability against the run. The addition of veteran nose tackle Poona Ford and inside linebacker Nate Landman made a huge impact. Now the team must make similar adjustments to its pass coverage. But who can step in and instantly improve the struggling secondary?