Leading into their high-stakes showdown with the Seahawks, one rival AFC executive told The Athletic’s Dianna Russini he believes the Rams are “primed for a Super Bowl,” citing Sean McVay ’s deep roster, Matthew Stafford’s form, and an explosive offense built around Puka Nacua, Davante Adams, and Kyren Williams. Sunday’s win over Seattle fit that contender narrative on the scoreboard, but it may have come with a major cost on defense.

In the victory, safety Quentin Lake exited with an elbow injury and did not return, a bad sign for the Rams’ most versatile piece in the secondary. Speaking Monday, McVay told reporters Lake will miss “a little bit of time” and is headed for an MRI to determine the full extent , per Rams Wire.

He referenced team doctor Neal ElAttrache while discussing

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