Overview

• Ryans said he is tired of discussing the offensive line and wants to see the group perform against Los Angeles’ defensive front.
• Aireontae Ersery won the left tackle job over Cam Robinson and Blake Fisher, joining Laken Tomlinson, Jake Andrews, Ed Ingram, and leader Tytus Howard in the announced starting five.
• C.J. Stroud was sacked 52 times in the 2024 regular season and 11 times in two playoff games, driving the offseason overhaul.
• The opener at SoFi Stadium features Pro Bowler Jared Verse and a Rams unit that produced a 35.6% pressure rate last year, per ESPN.
• New offensive coordinator Nick Caley brings Patriots and Rams experience as Houston emphasizes structure and a grittier mindset under Howard’s leadership.