The Los Angeles Rams boasted the NFL’s top-ranked scoring offense in 2025, averaging 30.3 points per game. But can they maintain that dominance after losing their offensive coordinator? Bringing in Kliff Kingsbury might just be the answer, but is it the right answer for a team with Super Bowl aspirations?
Key Takeaways
- The Rams had the highest-scoring offense in the NFL in 2025, averaging 30.3 points per game.
- Kliff Kingsbury’s Commanders offense ranked 22nd in scoring and yards in 2025, a significant drop-off after Jayden Daniels’ Offensive Rookie of the Year season.
- Matthew Stafford, coming off an MVP season at age 37, will be entering his 18th NFL season.
- The Rams are currently listed at +1200 to win Super Bowl LXI according to DraftKings.
Why Did the Rams Need a New Offensive Coordinator?
Despite leading the league in scoring, the Rams’ offensive coordinator, Mike LaFleur, was hired as the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals. This created a vacancy that head coach Sean McVay sought to fill with an “extensive search,” even mentioning that there were “great in-house candidates”. However, the Rams ultimately landed on Kingsbury, who had spent the previous two seasons as the offensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders. The Rams’ offensive success was largely attributed to Matthew Stafford’s stellar performance; his 4,917 passing yards earned him the NFL MVP award. Adding Kingsbury aims to maintain that high level of play. But, can Kingsbury elevate the passing game even further, or was he simply the best available option given the circumstances? According to ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky, “Ryan has a track record of developing timing-based passing concepts on NFL Live. That’s exactly what an aging quarterback needs.”
Can Kingsbury Replicate the Rams’ Offensive Success?
Kingsbury’s recent track record raises some concerns. While he had success as the head coach of Texas Tech, his tenure as the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals was less impressive, culminating in his firing after the 2022 season. During his time with the Commanders in 2025, the offense struggled, ranking 22nd in both scoring and total yards, despite having promising talents like quarterback Jayden Daniels and wide receiver Terry McLaurin. The Commanders also dealt with significant injuries to key players which derailed the offense. The Rams are banking on Kingsbury’s ability to adapt his offensive schemes to fit Stafford’s strengths and the Rams’ existing personnel. Will Kingsbury’s addition be enough to push the Rams past their NFC Championship Game loss to the Seattle Seahawks? Only time will tell, but the pressure is on for the Rams to make another Super Bowl run, and for Kingsbury to prove he can be a successful offensive mind in the NFL. The Rams’ current over/under for regular season wins is set at 10.5, with the Seahawks favored to win the NFC West.
Players/Teams Mentioned
- Jayden Daniels: Quarterback for the Washington Commanders, named Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2024. In 2025, Daniels had 2,800 passing yards, 18 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions.
- Terry McLaurin: Wide receiver for the Washington Commanders. In 2025, McLaurin recorded 85 receptions for 1,100 yards and 6 touchdowns.
- Matthew Stafford: Quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams, NFL MVP in 2025. At 37 years old, Stafford had 4,917 passing yards, 40 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions in 2025.
- Los Angeles Rams: The Rams had the highest-scoring offense in the NFL in 2025. They finished the regular season with a 12-5 record and lost to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game.
- Washington Commanders: Finished 22nd in scoring and yards in 2025. They finished the regular season with a 7-10 record.
What This Means
- For Rams fans: The addition of Kingsbury could mean a continuation of the high-powered offense they enjoyed in 2025, but they should also be prepared for potential adjustments and growing pains as the team adapts to a new play-caller. The Rams’ Super Bowl odds currently sit at +1200.
- For Fantasy Football players: Expect Rams’ offensive players like Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp, and Puka Nacua to remain high-value fantasy assets, but keep an eye on how Kingsbury’s play-calling might impact their individual performances. Cooper Kupp is currently ranked as the WR8 and Puka Nacua is ranked as the WR12 according to FantasyPros.
- For the Commanders: The team will need to find a new offensive coordinator who can maximize the potential of Jayden Daniels and other offensive weapons, especially after investing so heavily in Daniels as their franchise quarterback.
Related:
2026 NFL Playoff Bracket |
Matthew Stafford’s MVP Season Analyzed |
Rams Super Bowl LXI Odds and Predictions
Source: www.espn.com
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