What happened: Steve Mariucci cited the Rams’ difficult remaining schedule in making his playoff assessment.
Why it matters: ESPN Analytics ranks that schedule as the NFL’s toughest remaining. It could make the Rams’ recent winning streak harder to sustain.
By the numbers: The Rams won their last game 20-13; the Seahawks won theirs 17-3.
What to watch: Both teams play Sunday, with the rest of their schedules still to shape their playoff prospects.