Lost in L.A.: How Rams, Chargers became NFL’s biggest disappointments - Sando’s Pick Six
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Rams (2-4) and Chargers (0-6) are underperforming despite having strong head coaches and quarterbacks, with the Chargers struggling offensively and the Rams hampered by special teams issues and injuries to key defensive players.
- Chargers' offensive struggles are linked to head coach Jim Harbaugh's system, quarterback Justin Herbert's difficulties processing complex schemes, and a weak offensive line, leading to consideration of a coordinator change.
- The Rams face special teams failures and injuries but remain competitive in close games, relying on returning defensive stars like Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie to improve their prospects.
- NFL broadcasting is increasingly lucrative, with former players and coaches like Tom Brady and Mike Tomlin earning high salaries, potentially influencing coaching career decisions and market dynamics.
- Defensive coordinator Brian Flores has been overlooked for head coaching roles amid controversy over a critical Korn Ferry memo, highlighting ongoing racial bias issues in NFL hiring practices.
