The New Orleans Saints are running out of answers and time. At 1-7, their season has unraveled faster than anyone expected. Week 9, though, brings no relief. They travel to SoFi Stadium to face the rested, rejuvenated Los Angeles Rams . It’s a matchup that pits a team searching for its identity against one that already knows exactly who it is. The Saints’ offense will need to find rhythm and resilience quickly if they hope to avoid another blowout defeat. That will be tough under new starter Tyler Shough .

Surging Rams

The Rams (5-2), coming off their bye week, are poised to extend their strong start. With Puka Nacua returning , their offense regains its most dynamic weapon. Matthew Stafford has led an attack that ranks among the NFL’s best in total yardage and scoring efficien

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