Rams shift Week 1 to 12 personnel, not just to involve tight ends but to pull Houston into base defense and open space for Puka Nacua in the slot. Higbee, Parkinson, and Davis Allen anchor the two-TE look while the run game and pass game stretch ground coverage. The result isn’t a TE heavy box score, but the alignment created matchup advantages that could carry into future weeks, especially against Tennessee.

The Titans head home for Week 2 against the Rams with a path to pressure Matthew Stafford if Rams' blockers are hurt. Rams OL injuries to Havenstein, Dotson and Avila could open lanes for Tennessee’s relentless interior rush led by Jeffery Simmons, especially if T’Vondre Sweat suits up. The Titans’ defensive front shapes as the key advantage, while Rams tight ends Davis Allen and Colby Parkinson could be limited by health. Stafford’s back concerns add risk for Rams passing game, elevating Tennessee as a sneaky defensive-feel play and a potential upside for Titans’ DL fantasy impressions.

On offense, Rams pass protection may be tested, opening opportunities for Titans to flood Stafford with blitzes. The Titans’ coaching edge with Dennard Wilson and Brian Callahan could shape game plans in real time. Overall, this matchup tilts toward the Titans if their line pressure can disrupt the Rams and Stafford, while Rams’ injuries at the line could force improvisation from McVay’s unit.