Buffalo Bills fans should stay cautious heading into Week 14, as their matchup against the Los Angeles Rams has the makings of a classic trap game. The Bills, sitting at 10-2, are locked in a heated battle with the Kansas City Chiefs for the top seed in the AFC, while the 6-6 Rams are fighting to stay alive in the NFC West and the playoff race.
Buffalo has had recent success against Los Angeles, but this Rams team, led by head coach Sean McVay, is in desperation mode. With offensive weapons like Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua, and Demarcus Robinson, the Rams have the tools to challenge a Bills defense still reintegrating key players like Matt Milano.
On the other side of the ball, Josh Allen is continuing his MVP-caliber season against a Rams defense that has struggled, allowing 24 points per game. Buffalo’s offense has been electric since Week 6, capable of dominating from the outset or mounting powerful second-half comebacks.
Despite their record, the Rams remain a dangerous opponent, and their sense of urgency could make them a tough test for Buffalo. The Bills will need to stay focused to avoid any missteps as they push toward the AFC’s top seed.
Buffalo Bills cannot let up against a struggling Rams team
Even if you don’t want to claim the Rams are suffering, they are still the lesser team with far more to lose than the Bills. This makes them a formidable opponent for Buffalo. At the same time, being added to the Rams’ schedule this week raises the possibility of Los Angeles making the playoffs.
Despite the Bills’ awful back-to-back performances in Weeks 4 and 5, the offense is averaging 30 points per game this season. Since Week 7, the Bills have scored at least 30 points every week. The Rams are in for a difficult day attempting to stop Josh Allen and company.
At the end of the day, the Bills must take care of business, and while this game will have no bearing on the standings, they must maintain their momentum in order to secure the AFC’s top seed. Even if the Chiefs lose one game, the Bills must maintain their winning streak to go to the playoffs. That business begins this week in Los Angeles, as the Bills easily handle the Rams.
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