The Los Angeles Rams appear to have found additional motivation for their Wild Card matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.
Following the Detroit Lions’ victory over the Vikings, Dan Campbell confidently predicted, “We’ll see you guys in two weeks,” seemingly overlooking the imminent Wild Card round against the Rams. This comment to Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell, captured on post-game microphones, has been prominently displayed in the Rams’ locker room, serving as an unexpected source of fuel for the team.
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According to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic, the team has displayed a screenshot of a post-game exchange.
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This perceived slight appears to have resonated with the Rams, providing an extra layer of motivation as they prepare for their playoff encounter.
Furthermore, the Rams are playing not only for themselves but also for the city of Los Angeles. With wildfires currently impacting the region, the team is honoring the ongoing efforts of the Los Angeles Fire Department by sporting “LAFD” shirts and hats. This initiative echoes the team’s “LA Together” campaign from 2018 when they rallied the city following a series of devastating wildfires and subsequently defeated the Patrick Mahomes-led Chiefs 54-51 in a memorable Monday Night Football game.
While Campbell’s comment was likely intended as a show of confidence and camaraderie, it has inadvertently provided the Rams with an unexpected source of motivation, adding another layer of intensity to their playoff pursuit.