It's ironic that two blocked field goals in the fourth quarter cost the Rams a victory on Sunday when their kickoff operation provided such a significant boost throughout the game. L.A.'s special teams saw the highest of highs and lowest of lows in the its 33-26 loss to Philadelphia.
An efficient Rams rushing attack led the way offensively, while they stifled a usually high-powered Eagles run game on defense. They also shut down the Eagles' passing game in the first half at a level the Rams haven't seen in the 21st century.
Here are five interesting stats from the Rams' Week 3 loss (all ranks pre-Monday Night Football).
The Eagles' average field position after Rams kickoffs was just inside the 19-yard line, the lowest of any team in a game this season
The Rams' squib-like kickoff appro