The Los Angeles Rams made headlines with their 2026 coaching staff announcement, but one of the most intriguing additions may be flying under the radar. Ryan Anderson breaks down why the hiring of Brian Johnson—formerly of the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders—is less about play-calling and more about importing offensive intelligence to help reshape the Rams’ defense.

By looking back at how Sean Desai was utilized in a similar behind-the-scenes role, the show explores a growing philosophy under Kliff Kingsbury and the current staff: using former coordinators as strategic translators to expose weaknesses, self-scout tendencies, and prepare the roster for the modern NFL’s RPO- and play-action-driven attacks. This episode dives into how understanding offensive intent could be the key to fixing last season’s defensive hesitation—and why this move could matter more than any splashy hire.

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