For the 2014 Rams, the season ended with unequaled optimistic fervor on the defensive side of the ball. The second half of the season showed promise of a truly elite defensive unit. They were one blown coverage away from shutting out Peyton Manning and the Broncos. Shortly thereafter Washington and Oakland were dealt with harshly and authoritatively as the Rams "D" went on a streak of 557,000 quarters without giving up a touchdown, nor allowing an opponent into the red zone. For the Rams fan, the implications were breathtaking.
Buuuuut...
The offense was closer to a train wreck or dumpster fire.