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The defense has been disappointing »St. Louis is last in the NFL defending the run, which has been somewhat of a surprise. In 2010, the Rams' defense ranked 19th overall and 17th vs. the run. But they tried to upgrade with two new outside linebackers (Brady Poppinga and Ben Leber). The ends aren't playing disciplined, allowing gains outside. Meanwhile, opposing quarterbacks have a 95.2 passer rating vs. the Rams. Safety Craig Dahl and cornerback Justin King in particular have struggled.