RAMS TRAVEL TO SEATTLE FOR NFC WEST SHOWDOWN

Date: October 21, 2007 | Kickoff: 3:15 p.m., CT | Site: Qwest Field (67,000) – Seattle, Wash.

Game Preview | Game Release

The Rams head to the Pacific Northwest to take on NFC rival Seattle Seahawks for the first of two meetings this season. Both teams are coming off losses in Week 6 with the Rams losing 22-3 at Baltimore, and Seattle falling to New Orleans 28-17 on Sunday Night Football.

The Rams lead the all-time series against the Seahawks 10-8, dating to a 45-6 victory in Seattle’s inaugural season in 1976. Since the Seahawks joined the NFC West due to realignment in 2002, the Seahawks hold a 6-4 advantage in the regular season, while the Rams have won the only postseason game between the teams, a 27-20 victory in the NFC Wildcard Playoff game in 2004.

Since Seattle joined the NFC West, the teams have had close games. In 11 meetings, seven have been decided by a touchdowns or less.

Tale of the Tape

Head to Head

W. Witherspoon vs.   L. Tatupu	M. Bulger vs.   M. Hasselbeck
50 Tackles 46 1 Sacks 1 1 Forced Fumbles 3	133 Pass Attempts 198 74 Pass Completions  125 765 Passing Yards 1510

WHAT TO LOOK FOR THIS WEEK

• WR Isaac Bruce (79) needs two receiving touchdowns to pass Art Powell for 17th place on the NFL’s alltime touchdown receptions list.

• WR Isaac Bruce (13,716) needs 97 yards from scrimmage to pass Rams wide receivers coach Henry Ellard for 20th place on the NFL's all-time scrimmage yards list.

• WR Torry Holt (744) needs seven receptions to pass Michael Irvin and Charlie Joiner (tied for 21st) on the NFL's all-time receptions list.

• K Jeff Wilkins (351) extending his streak of consecutive PAT, the second longest streak in NFL history.

• QB Marc Bulger (96) needs three touchdown passes to pass Bob Waterfield for fifth place on the Rams' all-time touchdown completions list.

A WIN OVER THE SEAHAWKS WOULD:

• Give the Rams a 1-6 record in the 2007 season.

• Improve the Rams’ all-time record vs. Seattle to 11-8.

• Give the Rams’ franchise 499 regular season victories.

Game Center   |  Box Score   |  Play-by-Play   |  Drive Chart    Game Story   By Nick Wagoner Senior Writer SEATTLE– While the Rams’ patchwork offensive line couldn’t keep quarterback Marc Bulger protected all day Sunday, it also couldn’t protect the Rams from the worst start in franchise history.   With leaks springing all across the line, the Seahawks feasted on Bulger and the Rams anemic offense on their way to a convincing and thorough 33-6 win at Qwest Field on Sunday.   The loss drops the Rams to 0-7 for the first time in franchise history. Seattle took control of the NFC West Division with the win as it improved to 4-3.   Seattle sacked Bulger seven times, came up with four takeaways and hurried or hit Bulger on countless other plays.   Leading the way was defensive end Darryl Tapp, who made a case for the Pro Bowl with four sacks and a forced fumble.   The Rams offense continued its struggles, finishing with just 202 yards of total offense.     Fourth Quarter   The Rams had another opportunity go by the wayside as Wilkins missed from 44 yards.   Things didn’t get much better in the final quarter as the Rams continued to struggle to protect Bulger. He was sacked and coughed up another fumble early in the final period, giving the ball back to Seattle at the Rams’ 44 with 9:06 to play.   Seattle didn’t muster much offensively, but it was enough for Brown to kick his fourth field goal, this time from43 yards out to make it 26-6 with 7:02 to play.   Julian Peterson intercepted Bulger and Seattle scored two plays later when Hasselbeck hit Heller again this time from 11 yards out to give Seattle a 33-6 lead.     Third Quarter The second half started in the worst way possible for the Rams. An improving special teams unit got burned on the opening kickoff as Nate Burleson had his second return for a touchdown in as many games against the Rams.   Burleson raced 91 yards among some missed tackles for the score, giving Seattle a 17-3 lead with 14:47 to go in the quarter.   The Rams offense put together its best drive of the day as Bulger used Torry Holt for the first time all day. Holt went to work to the tune of four catches for 53 yards, but dropped a potential 17-yard touchdown. That drop helped kill the drive deep in Seattle territory and the Rams settled for a 29-yard field goal from Wilkins. With 10:33 to go in the quarter, Seattle is up 17-6.   Seattle answered again, driving in to St. Louis territory to set up a 48-yard field goal from Brown. That kick gave Seattle a 20-6 lead with about six and half minutes to go.   The Rams gave it right back on the ensuing possession as defensive end Darryl Tapp came up with his fourth sack of the game, causing a fumble that was recovered by Jordan Babineaux at the Rams’ 21.   The defense held Seattle to a field goal again, as Brown converted from 45 yards out to make it 23-6 Seahawks at the end of the quarter.   Second Quarter   Seattle opened the second quarter with another long drive, but the Rams tightened up in the red zone and held the Seahawks to a 38-yard field goal from Josh Brown. That kick made it 10-3 Seattle with 10:15 to go in the half.   The Rams defense kept them in the game as they bent, but did not break. Cornerback Ron Bartell came up with an interception to thwart another Seattle drive.   But the offense continues to struggle as Bulger has had little time to throw and when he has had a little, he has been unable to get rid of it. On the bright side, the Rams aren’t getting beaten in field position because of the continued excellence of punter Donnie Jones.   Jones booted an 80-yard punt late in the quarter, the third longest in the history of the Rams.   At the half, Seattle leads 10-3.   First Quarter After winning the toss, the Rams took the ball, but immediately went three and out, giving the ball to Seattle at its 29. The Seahawks wasted no time marching down the field, going 71 yards on 11 plays for a 1-yard touchdown pass from Matt Hasselbeck to tight end Will Heller. The extra point gave Seattle a 7-0 lead with 7:40 to go in the opening quarter. After another drive ended quickly, the Rams defense came up with a big stop on fourth-and-inches to take over at Seattle ’s 48. Marc Bulger hit Isaac Bruce on third-and-9, but Bruce slipped on what would have been a touchdown. The 31-yard gain gave the Rams a shot in the red zone and a 12-yard gain from Brian Leonard set up first-and-goal from the 4. But the Rams went backward on a sack by Julian Peterson and had to settle for a 31-yard field goal by Jeff Wilkins. That kick made it 7-3 Seattle with 1:02 to go in the first.   Pregame Notes:     -         Greetings from one of the best places to watch football in the NFL, Qwest Stadium. The Seahawks have found a way to build a great game day atmosphere and the stadium itself is a wonderful place. -         Here’s a shocker, it’s probably going to rain sometime today in Seattle . The Rams practiced in rainy and windy conditions earlier in the week so nothing should take them by surprise. -         The Rams have almost completely returned to health and that makes the inactive decisions a little more difficult. -         Running back Steven Jackson (groin) and returner Dante Hall (ankle) are inactive today. Jackson is expected to return next week and Hall won’t likely be back until after the bye week. -         Receivers Dane Looker (thigh) and Drew Bennett (hamstring) are also inactive. They showed signs of recovery during the week but neither will play today. That means newly signed Travis Taylor will be involved in the offense with Marques Hagans serving as the third receiver behind Torry Holt and Isaac Bruce. -         Tight end Dominique Byrd, safety Bhawoh Jue, defensive end Trevor Johnson and center Nick Leckey are also inactive. -         Notables out for the Seahawks include receivers Deion Branch and D.J. Hackett and tight end Marcus Pollard.

FOX 2 - KTVI

KTVI, FOX 2 will once again be “The Home of the Rams” in 2007 for the St. Louis Rams. FOX 2 Sports Director Martin Kilcoyne teams with former Rams player D’Marco Farr for play-by-play coverage. Sideline coverage will be handled by FOX 2’s Randi Naughton.  Prior to each game, Martin Kilcoyne will be joined by the St. Louis Post Dispatch’s Bryan Burwell, FOX 2’s Rob Desir and FOX 2’s Maurice Drummond for Rams Gameday pregame show, bringing viewers in-depth analysis,  player profiles and the latest inside scoop on every Rams game.

Rams Radio Broadcast Team

Steve Savard, Jim Hanifan and Malcom Briggs

Steve Savard - Play-by-Play
2007 will be Steve's 10th year on the Rams' broadcast team and his 8th season as play-by-play man. A native of St. Louis, Steve Savard has called play-by-play for more St. Louis Rams' games than any other broadcaster. Steve is the Emmy Award winning Sports Director for News 4, KMOV-TV in St. Louis. Prior to his broadcast career, Steve was in training camp with the Dallas Cowboys for 2 seasons before a neck injury ended his career in 1987. He also attended Northwest Missouri State University where he was a two-time MIAA Conference First Team Linebacker. Steve is also the co-host of The Coach Scott Linehan Show on Rams Radio.

Jim Hanifan - Color Analyst
Arguably the finest offensive line coach in the history of professional football, Jim Hanifan joined Rams Radio after 31 seasons as an NFL Assistant and Head Coach. Jim served as Head Coach for The Big Red for 6 seasons starting in 1980 and has won two Super Bowls, with the Washington Redskins in 1991 and the St. Louis Rams in 1999. In 2003, he released a book co-written with Rob Rains titled Beyond Xs and Os: My 30 Years in the NFL. In addition to his color analyst duties, Jim will also have his own show on Rams Rush Hour at 7:00pm.
 
Malcolm Briggs - Sideline Reporter and Pregame Host
Malcolm has been the sideline for Rams Radio for 8 seasons now. Malcolm is an expert at investigating gameday situations, and is skilled in getting the player perspective. Malcolm attended Kansas State University where he called play-by-play for football, baseball and basketball. Malcolm also serves as the co-host of The Steven Jackson Show.
 
D'Marco Farr - Pregame Analyst
D'Marco Farr played defensive tackle for 7 seasons in the NFL with the St. Louis Rams. Farr's football career started at the University of Washington, where he won a National Championship in 1991. His NFL highlights include playing one year with the Los Angeles Rams before the team moved to St. Louis, representing the NFC in the Pro Bowl in 2000 and culminated with a World Championship in 2000. Upon his retirement from football in 2001, Farr made a successful career switch into broadcasting. He was a regular on Fox Sports Net's hit show "The Best Damn Sports Show, Period." from 2001 to 2003.

Scott Warmann – Studio Anchor
A St Louis native, Scott is heading into his 4th season on the Rams Radio Broadcast.  His first year was the championship season in 1999.  He has spent the last couple of seasons as the studio host.  Scott has also served as the studio host for the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament telecast the last couple of years on Fox Sports Net.  And he is heading into his seventh season as a member of the Gateway Football Conference broadcast team.

Doug Vaughn - Pregame & Postgame Analyst
Doug Vaughn returned to his hometown of St. Louis to join KMOV Channel 4 as a Sports Anchor and Reporter in 1988. Vaughn anchors the 5, 6 and 10 p.m. sportscasts on Fridays, and the 5:30 and 10:30 p.m. sportscasts on Sundays. He is also a Reporter for the 5, 6 and 10 p.m. sportscasts, Monday through Wednesday, and is the main Reporter on News 4's "Sports Sunday," a 60-minute show that highlights local and national sports news. A lover of all sports, Vaughn excelled in baseball and played for two years at St. Louis Community College at Meramec before transferring to the University of Missouri-Columbia during his junior year. Now his baseball is limited to coaching little league teams. Vaughn is a graduate from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism.

Rams Rush Hour

Mon-Fri, 7pm-8pm
Your source for Rams Information!
Monday - Coach Scott Linehan Show
Tuesday - Rams Talk
Wednesday - Rams Talk
Thursday - Steven Jackson Show
Friday - Jim Hanifan

Rams Radio Network
In addition to the St. Louis Flagship Station, Rams Radio 103.3 KLOU,
The Rams Radio Network reaches four states and includes:

Illinois
Effingham - 98.9 WHQQ FM
Mt. Vernon - 940 WMIX AM
Quincy - 930 WTAD AM
Salem - 100.1 WJBD FM
Springfield - 96.7 WCVS FM
Staunton - 105.3 WAOX FM

Iowa
Broomfield, IA - 106.9 KDMU FM

Missouri
Branson - 106.3 KRZK FM
Cape Girardeau - 1550 AM KAPE
Columbia - 1580 AM KTGR
Dexter - 1590 AM KDEX
Dexter - 102.3 KDEX FM
Farmington - 800 AM KREI
Houston - 99.3 KUNQ FM
Jefferson City - 950 AM KWOS
Joplin - 105.3 KJML FM
Lake Ozark - 93.5 KMYK FM
Louisiana - 102.1 KJFM FM
Memphis - KMEM FM
Monett - 95.9 KKBL FM
Salem - 92.9 KKID FM
Sikeston - 107.1 KBHI FM
Springfield - 1400 KGMY AM
St. Louis - 550 AM KTRS
Washington - 104.5 KSLQ FM

Nevada
Las Vegas - 1400 KSHP AM

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2007 ST. LOUIS RAMS GAMEDAY INFORMATION

ADA ACCESSIBILITY
The Edward Jones Dome is barrier-free for guests with disabilities. Drop-off and pick-up for guests with disabilities should be made at the Broadway Central Entrance or at the Courtyard Entrance (located at 7th Street & Convention Plaza, near Entry A). All entrances, doorways, elevators, restrooms, and telephones are accessible.

AGE LIMIT
Children two years or older must have a valid ticket for entry. Children under the age of two are admitted free provided they sit on an adult’s lap as long as doing so does not disturb or obstruct the view of others nearby.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONSUMPTION
Guests at the Edward Jones Dome are encouraged to drink responsibly. The alcohol policies are listed below:

• The legal drinking age in Missouri is 21. Proper identification is required to purchase alcoholic beverages.
• The dome reserves the right to deny the sale of alcohol to anyone.
• Alcoholic beverages purchased during an event must be consumed or discarded prior to leaving the dome, even if leaving the dome to smoke.
• The purchase limit may be reduced and sales may be discontinued at any time at the discretion of dome management.
• Guests passing alcohol to minors will be ejected and subject to arrest.
• Noticeably intoxicated guests will not be allowed to enter the Dome.

ASSISTIVE LISTENING AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES
Guests with hearing impairments may obtain a listening device from any Guest Service Center or tune their own portable headset FM receiver to FM 89.1 to pick-up the house sound system. TDD equipment is available at public telephones located at Sections 113/114.

ATM MACHINES
For your convenience, ATM machines are provided by National City Bank and are located inside the Edward Jones Dome at Concourse Level Sections 117 & 145, and Terrace Level Sections 417 & 445.

BAG INSPECTION POLICY

• All bags are subject to inspection.
• Bags that are permitted include small bags such as purses and diaper bags (if the guest has a child with them). Management reserves the right to allow other bags based on the guest’s special needs on a case-by-case basis.
• Guests who arrive with large bags will be instructed to return the bag to their vehicle. Large bags will not be “claim-checked” at the gates. If the guest arrives with a large bag and did not drive to the dome, the guest will not be permitted to bring the bag into the event and the bag will not be claim-checked. Guests may dispose of the bag at an outside trash receptacle.
• Please call the America’s Center at (314) 342-5036 with questions regarding the bag inspection policy.

BANNERS & SIGNS
Banners can be hung only by rope, string or plastic ties and cannot obstruct the view of other fans or any permanent dome or sponsorship signs. Banners must avoid being profane, commercial, political or non-football related. Signs cannot be constructed of wood or metal material. The Rams reserve the right to remove any banner or sign that is deemed inappropriate. Removed banners will be claim-checked at the nearest Guest Service Center, and returned at the end of the game.

CAMERAS & VIDEO RECORDERS
Still camera photography is permitted with lenses of reasonable length that do not obstruct the view of other fans. Digital cameras are permitted as long as they do not record video. The use of tripods is not permitted. Video recording of any game action is strictly prohibited by the National Football League. Fans observed filming the game will have their video camera confiscated.

EJECTION
Any of the following will be cause for ejection from Rams football games without refund, arrest, and/or revocation of future ticket privileges:

• Abuse of intoxicants
• Profane or abusive language or obscene gestures
• Fighting, taunting, or threatening remarks or gestures
• Offensive or disorderly conduct
• Actions that may harm or endanger others
• Smoking inside the dome
• Possession or use of drugs
• Bringing prohibited items into the dome
• Throwing any object (including throwing any object from an escalator)
• Excessive standing that obstructs the view of others seated in the area
• Standing or sitting in the aisles
• Refusing to present a ticket stub when asked by dome personnel
• Sitting in a location other than your ticketed seat
• Standing on chairs and/or defacing or damaging any equipment
• Entering or attempting to enter the field level or playing field
• Wearing any apparel with profane or abusive language or picture
• Failure to follow the instructions of dome personnel
• Indecent exposure or undressing
• Displays of affection not appropriate in a public setting
• Attempting to solicit or distribute literature or other materials on the premises
• Entering the dome with invalid tickets or credentials
• Any disruption to the progress of the game
• Any other conduct or action deemed inappropriate by management

ELEVATORS
Public elevators for use by guests with disabilities are located at the Broadway Central Entrance and Courtyard Entrance (located at 7th Street & Convention Plaza, near Entry A). Guests with Club and Suite tickets should use the elevators located on the west side of the building by entering at the Courtyard entrance.

EMERGENCY
In the event of an emergency, guests can be reached by contacting the America’s Center at (314) 342-5036.  Caller must provide the individual’s name and exact seat location (section, row & seat). Public address announcements will only be made to locate a guest in an extreme emergency.

EVACUATION
Edward Jones Dome guest services staff are trained to handle any emergency situation that arises. During pre-game, a video will be shown on the scoreboard detailing the evacuation procedure. Should an evacuation become necessary, please make sure you are aware of the exits nearest your seat and be prepared to follow the instructions of the dome staff.

FIRST AID
Four fully-equipped and professionally staffed First Aid Rooms are located in the dome at Sections 110, 126, 410 & 426. Contact the nearest Guest Services Host who will summon help or guide you to the most convenient First Aid Room.

GATE OPENING
On game days all gates will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Please arrive early to enjoy all aspects of the game.

GROUP DOME TOURS
Group tours of the Edward Jones Dome are available. Please call (314) 342-5036 for more information.

LOST & FOUND
Lost and found items may be turned in at any Guest Service Center, and if found, retrieved after the event at the Guest Service Center located on the Concourse Level near Section 117 or by calling the America’s Center administrative offices at (314) 342-5036 the next business day. Lost items will only be held for ten days.

LOST CHILDREN/PARENTS
Guests are encouraged to instruct children in their group to find a dome staff member if they become lost or separated from their group. Lost children will be taken to the nearest Guest Service Center. Parents looking for a lost child should follow the same procedure. Tag-A-Kid Program: Children may receive bright, fun arm bracelets from guest services displaying their seat location to prevent becoming lost in a crowd.

PARKING AT THE EDWARD JONES DOME
More than 30,000 parking spaces are available within a 10-minute walk of the Edward Jones Dome. There is also parking for up to 100 busses near the Dome.

PAT DOWNS
You and your belongings may be searched upon entry to the Edward Jones Dome. By tendering a ticket and entering the dome, you consent to such searches and waive any related claims that you might have against the NFL, its member clubs, their affiliates, the Edward Jones Dome or their agents. If you elect not to consent to the searches, you will be denied entry into the dome.

PROHIBITED ITEMS
For your safety and the continuity of the game on the field, the following items are prohibited in the Edward Jones Dome:

• Large bags 
• Food not dispensed by dome concessionaires**
• Beverages**
• Bottles, cans, coolers, containers, thermoses
• Video cameras
• Strollers
• Glitter or confetti
• Peanuts in the shell
• Projectiles (i.e. Frisbees, footballs or beach balls)
• Poles or sticks of any kind
• Laser devices
• Animals or pets (not including service animals)
• Artificial noisemakers of any kind (i.e. cowbells or air horns)
• Illegal drugs or substances
• Fireworks, candles, flares, balloons
• Firearms, knives, missiles and weapons of any kind
• Mace and pepper gas
• Any item that could obstruct a guest’s view of the field
• Any other item deemed dangerous or inappropriate by management

** Exceptions may be made for those with medical requirements or special needs.

RADIOS AND TELEVISONS
Radios and televisions are permitted provided they do not interfere with the enjoyment of the game by other patrons. Please use headsets so as not to disturb other guests.

RADIO BROADCASTS
All games can be heard live on Rams Radio 103.3 FM KLOU. Games may also be heard on 550 AM KTRS.

RE-ENTRY
During Rams football games, guests may leave and re-enter the building through the available main entries. Guests leaving the dome are not permitted to take alcoholic beverages outside. Guests will receive a hand-stamp with their game ticket that will allow them to re-enter the dome.

SECURITY
Security measures may be increased based on direction from the NFL, orders from St. Louis Police or government, as well as the current federal terror threat level. These procedures will include but are not limited to a more thorough search of persons and property as well as a pat down.

SERVICE ANIMALS
Service animals, or those in training, for guests with disabilities are welcome in all areas of the dome. No other animal or pet is permitted in the dome.

SMOKING
The Edward Jones Dome is a non-smoking facility. During Rams football games, guests may leave and re-enter the building through the available main entries to smoke outdoors. Guests leaving the dome to smoke are not permitted to take alcoholic beverages outside. Guests will receive a hand-stamp with their game ticket that will allow them to re-enter the dome.

STANDING ROOM ONLY
Every ticket has a seat assignment. Please note that there are no standing room only tickets. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping the sightlines clear for all fans.

TELEVISON BROADCASTS
Preseason games will air on selected networks, local or national, depending on the game date. Rams regular season games are controlled by the NFL’s national network partners (CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, and NFL Network).

UMBRELLAS
Umbrellas are permitted inside the Edward Jones Dome if they are small enough to be stored under your seat during the game.

WILL CALL WINDOWS
Will Call windows open three hours prior to kickoff and close after halftime. Will Call is located at the main ticket office on the East side of the Edward Jones Dome at the Broadway Central Entrance (between entries B & C). Rams season ticket holders wanting to leave tickets for pick-up should do so at Will Call. The season ticket holder must clearly record the name of the person picking up the tickets and also indicate his or her name along with a phone number (preferably mobile phone) on the ticket envelope. Will Call tickets can be claimed only by the person whose name appears on the ticket envelope. Valid photo I.D. is required.