Rams Win Opener, Three Players Earn PFF Team Of Week Honors

The Los Angeles Rams began their 2025 NFL season with a narrow 14-9 win over the Houston Texans, relying heavily on a strong defensive effort. Despite the victory, the offense struggled to produce points, scoring only 14, highlighting concerns about the lack of involvement of rookie offensive playmakers and the absence of a clear replacement for departed wide receivers Cooper Kupp and Demarcus Robinson. Quarterback Matthew Stafford, returning from a back injury, was named Pro Football Focus’s offensive player of the week after throwing for 245 yards and a touchdown, marking a significant milestone as he surpassed 60,000 career passing yards. Wide receiver Puka Nacua also impressed with 130 yards on 10 receptions despite playing through a head injury. Looking ahead to Week 2, the Rams are favored over the Tennessee Titans and face pressure to adjust their offense to capitalize on their talented playmakers. Additionally, notable players like Davante Adams are seen as key contributors expected to perform well as the season progresses.