Aaron Donald is the number one priority

[SnakeBite]

The list of Rams players Linehan has to scheme for isn't a laundry list but A.Donald should be absolutely the top..I'm worried about the match-up, yes Martin is still very much serviceable but if you've kept a keen eye strictly at him on film he's struggled more than usual this year, my guess is injury after basically never missing a game which is almost unheard of. Looney will have to pack his lunch because L.A makes a living off slant downs & stunts over C which I think is Donald's strength, an absolute terror once he's in your chest, he's a unicorn of a player, no doubt Looney's biggest test up to date. Don't get me started on Williams, HE WILL need help this game. The kids future is bright but pass pro against Donald without help and he will be lunch meat. It will be a constant pressure in Dak's grill if these guys don't hold up, on the flip side by numbers the Rams weakness is actually running at the All-Pro with counter's etc. I give him enough credit to where I think he can single handily dismantle a Cowboys offense that isn't particular explosive hopefully we won't get down where we have to be one dimensional. Get'er done Linehan.

 

[cowboyec]

the hidden MVP will earn it again...Joe Looney.

 

[SnakeBite]

the hidden MVP will earn it again...Joe Looney.

Yeah I think Joe earns his stripes Saturday.

 

[CF74]

Imagine for one whole series we crashed the center and the guard on him back and forth from left to right.. We break him

 

[Shinaoi]

I just hope that if it turns into an issue we can find ways to adjust as the game goes. The lack of adjusting game plans has been a big weakness for this team.

 

[cowboyec]

Yeah I think Joe earns his stripes Saturday.

I think he'll be there to help Connor if he struggles.
Gut feeling....I think Connor handles his business.

 

[mldardy]

The list of Rams players Linehan has to scheme for isn't a laundry list but A.Donald should be absolutely the top..I'm worried about the match-up, yes Martin is still very much serviceable but if you've kept a keen eye strictly at him on film he's struggled more than usual this year, my guess is injury after basically never missing a game which is almost unheard of. Looney will have to pack his lunch because L.A makes a living off slant downs & stunts over C which I think is Donald's strength, an absolute terror once he's in your chest, he's a unicorn of a player, no doubt Looney's biggest test up to date. Don't get me started on Williams, HE WILL need help this game. The kids future is bright but pass pro against Donald without help and he will be lunch meat. It will be a constant pressure in Dak's grill if these guys don't hold up, on the flip side by numbers the Rams weakness is actually running at the All-Pro with counter's etc. I give him enough credit to where I think he can single handily dismantle a Cowboys offense that isn't particular explosive hopefully we won't get down where we have to be one dimensional. Get'er done Linehan.

And what about the rest of the Rams defense. Can Donald cover Amari Cooper. Can he get over to cover Zeke on a screen? Can he cover Tavon on a punt return? Will he be able to run the ball against our defense? Or throw it or catch it? Jesus this guy is ONE MAN. That's it.

 

[Teague31]

You lost me at calling Zack Martin “serviceable”

 

[Aven8]

Go Connor, Go!!!!!

 

[Ddisco22]

The list of Rams players Linehan has to scheme for isn't a laundry list but A.Donald should be absolutely the top..I'm worried about the match-up, yes Martin is still very much serviceable but if you've kept a keen eye strictly at him on film he's struggled more than usual this year, my guess is injury after basically never missing a game which is almost unheard of. Looney will have to pack his lunch because L.A makes a living off slant downs & stunts over C which I think is Donald's strength, an absolute terror once he's in your chest, he's a unicorn of a player, no doubt Looney's biggest test up to date. Don't get me started on Williams, HE WILL need help this game. The kids future is bright but pass pro against Donald without help and he will be lunch meat. It will be a constant pressure in Dak's grill if these guys don't hold up, on the flip side by numbers the Rams weakness is actually running at the All-Pro with counter's etc. I give him enough credit to where I think he can single handily dismantle a Cowboys offense that isn't particular explosive hopefully we won't get down where we have to be one dimensional. Get'er done Linehan.

They will yry and move him around to match up with Conner

 

[MaaS]

Aaron Donald is probably the best player in the league.

But... even greatness has it's downfalls. Remember how teams like Philly would have success in the running game using Ware's up field aggressiveness against him? That's how you (try) to play Donald. Catch him flying up field with a trap block and gash them.

That said, Donald is like Steph Curry. He can miss all night and keep shooting. He keeps rushing even if he gets caught, and it usually pays off with a game-changing play.

 

[Willfreedom909]

Aaron Donald is probably the best player in the league.

But... even greatness has it's downfalls. Remember how teams like Philly would have success in the running game using Ware's up field aggressiveness against him? That's how you (try) to play Donald. Catch him flying up field with a trap block and gash them.

That said, Donald is like Steph Curry. He can miss all night and keep shooting. He keeps rushing even if he gets caught, and it usually pays off with a game-changing play.

Aaron Donald is overrated. Rams are like 20th in defense

 

[sureletsrace]

Aaron Donald is overrated. Rams are like 20th in defense

He's absolutely not overrated. Dude has 20 sacks as a DT. He's hands down the best DL in the league, and probably the best overall player in the league. That being said, we can attack other areas of the field. He'll need double teamed all night long though.

 

[SnakeBite]

You lost me at calling Zack Martin “serviceable”

Look at the old film vs Donald he had his way with Martin & Frederick

 

[Red Dragon]

Just double-team him and run Zeke outside. And lots of screen passes.


As much as I despise Dak's checkdowns, this may be just the game for them. Still want a few deep bombs to Cooper and Gallup though.

 

[Hawkeye0202]

The list of Rams players Linehan has to scheme for isn't a laundry list but A.Donald should be absolutely the top..I'm worried about the match-up, yes Martin is still very much serviceable but if you've kept a keen eye strictly at him on film he's struggled more than usual this year, my guess is injury after basically never missing a game which is almost unheard of. Looney will have to pack his lunch because L.A makes a living off slant downs & stunts over C which I think is Donald's strength, an absolute terror once he's in your chest, he's a unicorn of a player, no doubt Looney's biggest test up to date. Don't get me started on Williams, HE WILL need help this game. The kids future is bright but pass pro against Donald without help and he will be lunch meat. It will be a constant pressure in Dak's grill if these guys don't hold up, on the flip side by numbers the Rams weakness is actually running at the All-Pro with counter's etc. I give him enough credit to where I think he can single handily dismantle a Cowboys offense that isn't particular explosive hopefully we won't get down where we have to be one dimensional. Get'er done Linehan.

Wanna take guess why they lead to league in this stat.....contain Donald. You pretty shut down their D....

 

[skinsscalper]

Just double-team him and run Zeke outside. And lots of screen passes.


As much as I despise Dak's checkdowns, this may be just the game for them. Still want a few deep bombs to Cooper and Gallup though.

The problem with deep bombs is that they require time to develop and that's why Donald creates such a problem. He's not big on giving QBs time. His speed from a DE standpoint isn't unmanageable. The fact that he's coming from the DT position with that type of speed is what is problematic.

 

[Daktozekecoop]

Zeke Zeke and more Zeke. That is the way to neutralize their pass rush and free up Dak.

 

[PJTHEDOORS]

He's absolutely not overrated. Dude has 20 sacks as a DT. He's hands down the best DL in the league, and probably the best overall player in the league. That being said, we can attack other areas of the field. He'll need double teamed all night long though.

I'd take an elite qb over Donald.

 

[AbeBeta]

Thank you, Captain Obvious!