Eagles-Rams preview: 5 things to watch

Key Points:

• The Eagles (2-1) face a tough test against the Rams (1-2) in Week 4, with a key focus on stopping the Rams' strong rushing attack led by Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, both averaging over 5.3 yards per carry this season.
• The Eagles' secondary, which struggled significantly in Week 3, must contain the Rams' elite receiving duo of Puka Nacua (expected to play despite a hip injury) and Davante Adams, posing a major challenge for Philadelphia's defensive backs.
• Philadelphia's pass rush has been underwhelming with only three sacks in three games, and injuries to their interior defensive linemen may force adjustments against a Rams offensive line that has protected Matthew Stafford well, though the Eagles may consider more blitzing.
• The Eagles' running game showed promise in the first half against the Bears, with Saquon Barkley demonstrating explosiveness, but they will need to sustain that success against a Rams defense that previously limited Barkley's effectiveness.
• The Rams enter the game with a banged-up secondary, including injuries to key players Kam Kinchens, Jaylen Watson, and Josh Wallace, potentially giving the Eagles' receivers, including DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks, opportunities to exploit defensive weaknesses.