Rams coach McVay: No more Australia trips 'ever again'
Rams coach Sean McVay is hoping to brush off his team's lackluster season-opening loss to the 49ers by not thinking about Australia -- for a very long time.
The Los Angeles Rams' season didn't get off to the start they had hoped for, and now they're looking to put a disappointing loss behind them. Coach Sean McVay expressed frustration with the team's preparation, which was impacted by a preseason trip to Australia. McVay's comments suggest that he regrets the decision to take his team across the globe for a preseason game, and he's making it clear that it won't happen again.
The Rams' trip to Australia was a historic event, marking the first NFL game played in the country. However, it came at a cost, with the team having to travel long distances and adjust to a different time zone just before the start of the regular season. McVay's comments reflect a common concern among coaches about the impact of international games on team preparation and performance. As the NFL continues to explore opportunities to grow its global reach, coaches and teams will have to weigh the benefits of international games against the potential costs to their season.
What's next for the Rams is getting back on track and competing in the highly competitive NFC West. They'll look to bounce back from their loss to the 49ers and make a statement against their division rivals. As for the NFL's international game strategy, it will be interesting to see how the league balances its desire to grow its global fanbase with the concerns of coaches and teams about the impact on their seasons. Will the NFL continue to prioritize international games, or will it take a more measured approach?
Originally reported by espn.com. CoachNews adds analysis for sports & fitness readers.