Fortunately, NFL teams play on the gridiron, not on paper, and against all odds, from injuries to schematic weaknesses, Sean McVay crafted a winning gameplan against his former fellow Washington assistant and secured LA its first win of the season and a crucial NFC West one at that.

Despite all of the injuries, the Rams overcame an uphill battle by defeating in-state rival San Francisco 49ers in a stunner. The season was looking like it was already over, but Los Angeles suddenly has renewed faith as it waits for its stars to get healthy.

The Chicago Bears (1-2) are back home in Week 4 after a two-game road stint against AFC South opponents, as they welcome the Los Angeles Rams (1-2), who have been bitten by the injury bug. As the Bears look to get back on track, they're matched up against a team in which things on paper could be viewed as favorable.