In the Thursday Night Football matchup, the Los Angeles Rams demonstrated a strong defensive performance against the New Orleans Saints, with Kobie Turner contributing to the defensive effort with a sack on fourth down. The Rams secured two critical sacks on Saints quarterback Derek Carr, both of which ended the Saints' offensive drives on fourth down. The Rams' defense was particularly aggressive, with ESPN Stats and Info noting that they sent five or more pass rushers on 55% of Carr's first 11 dropbacks. This marked the first time Carr has been sacked multiple times before halftime since Week 3. The Rams also opened the scoring for the night, capitalizing on their defensive momentum. The game was available for viewers on Prime Video and NFL Plus.
Per ESPN Stats and Info: This is the first time Derek Carr has taken multiple sacks before halftime since Week 3. The Rams have been blitzing heavily early on, sending 5+ pass rushers on 55% of Carr's first 11 dropbacks.
The #Rams get their second sack of the night. This time by Kobie Turner on fourth down. #TNF
The Saints OL struggling early to protect Carr on key passing downs. Sacks have ended their first two drives.
4th and 5... and the Rams get a sack 💪 #NOvsLAR on Prime Video Also available on #NFLPlus https://t.co/Nz8Z54zYm0 https://t.co/T7P6uQnhi2
Two straight drive ending sacks taken by Derek Carr and the Saints
4th and NACUA! @RamsNFL open up the scoring on TNF. #RamsHouse #NOvsLAR on Prime Video Also available on #NFLPlus https://t.co/Nz8Z54zYm0 https://t.co/V5ZIWx9SAf