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Short-handed Rams defense goes 'soft' on day offense shines

DETROIT -- If the Los Angeles Rams can't find ways to win when their offense plays like this, they have a problem.

That was basically the sentiment from their defensive players following a disheartening 31-28 defeat to the Detroit Lions, one that saw the unit fail to force a turnover and allow five of seven drives to reach the red zone.

Rams middle linebacker Alec Ogletree said it was "a poor performance." Defensive tackle Aaron Donald called the overall play "sloppy." Defensive end William Hayes believed they "played soft.