RAMS FACE COLTS FOR FIRST TIME SINCE 2005
Sunday, October 25, 2009, Edward Jones Dome, Noon (CST)

The Rams return to the Edward Jones Dome this week to take on the Indianapolis Colts for the first time since 2005. The Rams have not hosted the Colts since a 42-17 victory in 2001. Sunday’s game will be the 43rd meeting between the teams. The Colts hold a 22-18-2 edge over the Rams in the all-time series which dates to 1950 when the Colts were located in Baltimore and the Rams were located in Los Angeles.

The Colts come to St. Louis after a bye in Week 6 while the Rams are coming off a 23-20 overtime defeat at Jacksonville. DE Leonard Little led the Rams on defense vs. the Jaguars as he recorded six tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sack, a pass defensed and an interception. Little accounted for one of the game’s biggest plays as he intercepted a pass by Jaguars QB David Garrard and returned the ball 36 yards for a touchdown to give the Rams a 17-13 lead with 4:36 left in the game.

RB Steven Jackson paced the Rams on offense as he produced 128 total yards (50 yards rushing and 78 yards receiving). QB Marc Bulger threw for 213 yards and a touchdown in his first start since suffering a shoulder injury in Week 3 vs. Green Bay (9/27).

Passing

M. Bulger
Rams
640 yards

Rushing

S. Jackson
Rams
501 yards

Receiving

D. Avery
Rams
213 yards

Passing

P. Manning
Colts
1645 yards

Rushing

J. Addai
Colts
210 yards

Receiving

R. Wayne
Colts
459 yards

Fans attending Rams home games at the Edward Jones Dome this
season will notice a few changes to the stadium.

In 2009, the Edward Jones Dome underwent a major refurbishment
to update the facility with an objective of improving the gameday
experience for Rams fans. To enhance the fan experience, new
High-Definition video boards have been added to both end zones
including a 76-foot north end zone board and a 35-foot board in the
south end zone along with new sideline LED boards.

In addition to improved technology, other upgrades include a sports
bar overlooking the north end zone accessible to all ticket holders,
south end zone Premium Club, renovated Rams Club and new onfield
seating.

To purchase tickets, call 314-RAMS-TIX or visit www.stlouisrams.
com/Tickets.

4th Quarter

- The Rams marched deep into Indianapolis territory, getting to the Colts 11 but in going for it on fourth down, Bulger threw right for Burton and was intercepted by Kelvin Hayden of the Colts to kill the drive.

- Jackson has 22 carries for 132 yards with 10 minutes to go.

- Manning hit Austin Collie for an 8-yard touchdown and a 35-6 lead with 3:42 to go.

- The Colts stopped the Rams again and Chad Simpson broke a 31-yard touchdown run to cap the scoring and put the final score at 42-6 Indianapolis.

- Indianapolis improves to 6-0 with the win. The Rams fall to 0-7.

3rd Quarter

- The Rams and Colts traded punts to open the third quarter before the Rams got into a groove running the ball.

- Jackson ripped off consecutive runs for gains of 12, 11 and 13 yards but a sack pushed the Rams back and they had to settle for a 45-yard field goal from Brown to trim the score to 21-6 Indianapolis.

- Jackson picked up 44 yards on four carries on the drive.

- The Rams defense got a stop to get it back for the offense at the St. Louis 10 with 1:39 to go in the quarter.

- Jackson tore off a 14-yard gain on first down to go over 100 yards for the day.

- On the next play, Colts DB Jacob Lacey stepped in front of a deep out route intended for Keenan Burton and returned it 35 yards for a touchdown and a 28-6 lead with a minute to go in the quarter.

- Jackson ripped off gains of 10 and 14 to end the quarter. The Rams have it at Indianapolis’ 39.

2nd Quarter

- The Rams opened up the second quarter with their first defensive stop of the day.

- The teams traded punts on the ensuing four possessions before Indianapolis took over at the Rams’ 41.

- Mostly behind the running game, Indianapolis was able to cover that territory as Addai scored from 6 yards out to make it 21-3 Colts with 1:57 left in the half.

- The Rams were able to move into Colts territory but couldn’t advance further.

- At the end of the first half, the Colts lead 21-3. Rams will get the ball first to open second half.

1st Quarter

- The Colts won the opening toss and elected to receive.

- Quarterback Peyton Manning took Indianapolis 90 yards before hitting Reggie Wayne for a 6-yard touchdown and an early 7-0 lead.

- Manning was five-of-seven for 80 yards and a score on the possession.

- The Rams responded on their opening possession as offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur opened up the playbook and Bulger hit Avery for a 50-yard gain on a flea flicker to Indianapolis’ 14.

- The Rams had to settle for a field goal, though, as a pair of incompletions and a 2-yard gain by Jackson was all they could muster.

- Josh Brown converted from 30 yards out to make it 7-3 Indianapolis with 5:19 to go in the quarter.

- The Colts responded by marching the field again, this time Manning hit Dallas Clark for a 27-yard score.

- At the end of the first quarter, it’s 14-3 Indianapolis.

Pregame Notes

- Greetings from the Edward Jones Dome where the Rams are set to face a huge test in the form of the Indianapolis Colts and quarterback Peyton Manning.

- During the pregame, the Rams will honor Hall of Fame defensive lineman Jack Youngblood with an introduction and a highlight video.

- The Rams will have safety James Butler back in the starting lineup today after an absence caused by a knee injury.

- Rookie Jason Smith is expected to work in a rotation with Alex Barron and Adam Goldberg. Smith very possibly could get his first playing time at left tackle.

- Inactives for the Rams today include third quarterback Keith Null, guard Roger Allen III, tackle Phil Trautwein, guard John Greco, receiver Brandon Gibson, receiver Ruvell Martin, defensive end James Hall and cornerback Justin King.

- Hall is dealing with swelling in his groin and the Rams do not want to push his return. Chris Long will start and Victor Adeyanju will be active for the first time this season.

- Linebacker K.C. Asiodu will get his first NFL experience, working on special teams.

- As expected Paris Lenon will start at weakside linebacker with Larry Grant making his first career start on the strong side.

- The Colts will indeed have safety Bob Sanders as he makes his return to the lineup from a knee injury.

2nd Quarter

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Rams Radio Pre-Game Show:
Host: Randy Karraker
Analyst: Coach Jim Hanifan
Reporter: Brian Stull
Gameday Insider: Jim Thomas
Studio Host: Tom Casey
Segment Contributors: Bernie Miklasz, Bryan Burwell, Pat Parris,
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Analysts: D’Marco Farr and Coach Jim Hanifan
Locker Room Interviews: Brian Stull
Studio Host: Tom Casey
Executive Producer: Chris “Hoss” Neupert

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