The Los Angeles Rams head coach had a ton of praise for his team's opponent
have put their victory over the San Francisco 49ers in the rearview mirror as all eyes in Southern California turn towards this week as the Rams are set to host the Seattle Seahawks at SoFi Stadium. With both teams currently sitting at 7-2, the game is ramping up to be one of the most important games of the season.
The winner claims both sole possession of first place in the NFC West and the second seed in the NFC. The game also has another significant moment attached to is as it will be Cooper Kupp's first time returning to play the franchise he became a legend for in the stadium that he secured both the Lombardi and Super Bowl LVI MVP honors.Q: Could you talk on Seahawks’ Head Coach Mike Macdonald, what his general approach may be and how it differs from previous Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll? “Well yeah, the overall foundational philosophies are different but they were both sound defenses that are predicated on physicality, a style of play and being able to do things fundamentally that are in alignment with consistency over time," stated McVay. "He does a great job. Going against them in Baltimore, what I think you see is… what I always respect when I go against people is there’s a style of play. There's a way that their group plays. He’s checking that box. " Nov 2, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay on the sidelines against the New Orleans Saints during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images "Then there's an understanding of the intent of what you're trying to get done. I can see an intent of understanding how to disrupt what the offense is trying to get done whether that's on 50/50 downs, whether that's on heavier pass down situations. There's a coordination. There's a collaboration between all three levels. There's getting guys in favorable opportunities in situations that accentuate their skillset." Oct 20, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald walks onto the field prior to the game against the Houston Texans at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images / Steven Bisig-Imagn Images "All the things that I hold in high regard that dictates and elicits a tough defense to go against, and a well-coached and a well-coordinated outfit. Mike Macdonald's checking the box on it. Aden Durde does a great job. They're really well-coached. They have great players on all three levels and I think they use them in a manner that always makes you feel like you're on your heels offensively. We’re looking forward to the challenge. I can't wait.” Never again miss one major story related to your beloved Rams when you sign up for our 100% FREE newsletter that comes straight to your email with the latest news.Brock Vierra, a UNLV graduate, is the Los Angeles Rams Beat Writer On Sports Illustrated. He also works as a college football reporter for our On Sports Illustrated team.
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