Rams' Heroic Efforts Defeated NFL's Newly Named Superheroes

Cody Benjamin of CBS Sports compiled a list of NFL players resembling Superman in honor of the new movie. The Los Angeles Rams performed remarkably well against the players featured on this list, demonstrating their strength as a unit.

While the Rams lost twice to the Philadelphia Eagles and Jalen Hurts (tied for fifth on the list), they held Hurts to just over 300 total passing yards across those games. The Rams gave Hurts his toughest postseason challenge. Saquon Barkley was key for the Eagles in those wins but was not named to the list.

Justin Jefferson ranked fourth on the list, praised for his burst, positivity, ease in finding open space, infectious joy, and Hall of Fame-level resume despite injuries. The Rams defense, composed largely of rookies, second-year players, vagabonds, undrafted free agents, and undervalued talents, formed the foundation of their second-half push against Jefferson and the Vikings. After Jefferson torched them early in their first meeting, the Rams defense held Minnesota to only two field goals after the first quarter. In their playoff rematch, the Rams dominated, limiting Jefferson to five receptions for 58 yards.

Reigning MVP Josh Allen ranked second, noted for his Superman-like uniform, soaring MVP-level play, dual-threat ability, and never-say-die theatrics. Despite Allen playing what was described as the best game of his life against the Rams, racking up over 400 total yards and six touchdowns, the Rams won the high-scoring affair 44-42. This game was highlighted as a prime example quarterback Matthew Stafford could use to justify requesting more guaranteed money, as he went 23-30 for 320 yards and two touchdowns against the "NFL's superheroes".