The defense of the 2023 Los Angeles Rams has surpassed realistic expectations through two games. Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris’ unit stifled Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks in the season opener and then gave Matthew Stafford and the offense a comeback drive opportunity against the San Francisco 49ers.
The secondary seemed to be a strength heading into the season with the defensive line being a more significant question mark; however, the line has been solid and the cornerbacks have much room to improve after only two games. The safeties, Russ Yeast and Jordan Fuller, in particular have been strong but there will be weeks where they are challenged more by quarterbacks who aren’t Smith and Brock Purdy.