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Rams have consistently under-invested in special teams under Sean McVay and Les Snead

The Los Angeles Rams' failure to secure the NFC West title and a subsequent playoff path can be traced back to a Week 16 collapse against Seattle. Despite holding a 30-14 lead, the Rams surrendered a 58-yard punt return touchdown to Rashid Shaheed, fueling an overtime loss that ultimately shifted the division crown to the Seahawks.

Sean McVay responded by dismissing special teams coordinator Chase Blackburn, yet criticism persists regarding the front office's roster construction. General manager Les Snead has consistently prioritized offensive and defensive stars over dedicated special teams depth, leaving the unit near the bottom of the league in multiple analytical categories.

While the Rams recently added Grant Stuard to bolster the group, the organization's historical lack of investment remains a point of contention following their missed postseason opportunities.

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