BEAST MODE
When it comes to stopping the Seattle offense, the head of the snake remains RB Marshawn Lynch. No NFL player has rushed for more yards or scored more rushing TDs over the past four seasons. And he has been incredibly consistent, with 1,200-plus yards rushing and 10-plus TDs in each of those four seasons. The Rams’ highly regarded defense got off to a slow start a year ago vs. the run, and Lynch provides a formidable opening-day test. Because of his relentless running style, tackling him is not for the faint-hearted.
NEW AT TIGHT END
Seattle has added a dynamic weapon in former New Orleans Pro Bowler Jimmy Graham at tight end.