NFL Power Rankings Week 9

Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) dives in the end zone for a touchdown during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. The Patriots beat the Bills 41-25. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) dives in the end zone for a touchdown during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. The Patriots beat the Bills 41-25. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
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17. LA Rams – 3-4 

Coming off the bye the Rams will face the rejuvenated Panthers. In their bye week, the Rams needed to figure out how to get their offense going. This is not how the Rams season was supposed to be.

After a break out season last year Todd Gurley has yet to get going. In order for the Rams to bounce back they need to find their running game. They also need to find a way to stop committing so many penalties.

In order to win, the Rams have to come off the bye week ready to play. They are playing the Panthers. The Panthers found their defense last week. The Rams won’t be able to make mistakes coming against the Panthers defense.

Case Keenum has eight touchdowns on the year. Gurley only has three touchdowns. The offensive line will have to create holes and protect the quarterback in order to win.

The Rams were supposed to have a high-powered offense but so far this season, they have had problems. They are currently tied for second place in the wide-open NFC West. If the Rams fix their offensive line, they could end up walking away with the division title.