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this is an offensive line that is not very good in pure pass protection spots and Stafford can't move. So he's going to stand on his spot. And if he's crowded, he's going to throw it and it's going to lead to some interceptions.
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Stafford's weak pass protection and negative game scripts driving interception risk.

Stafford's performance is being constrained by the Rams' weak offensive line in pure pass protection situations; the source notes that when Stafford is crowded, he throws interceptions. The Rams have already faced 13 drop backs of second-and-11 or longer through four games (tied for third most in NFL), compared to just 22 total last season (lowest in NFL by five). On third down, they've had 15 drop backs of 11+ yards to go in 2025 versus 15 total last season, indicating a significant increase in negative game scripts and pressure situations.

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