Kyren Williams during training in Arizona: “I felt like I was at peace”

The Rams move on to Arizona, ahead of Monday night’s playoff game against the Vikings. After Saturday’s practice, running back Kyren Williams embraced a break from a difficult week for thousands in Los Angeles.

“I felt like I was at peaceWilliams said, via The Associated Press. “We didn’t really have to worry about anything except playing ball.”

They may be at peace, but they have not forgotten the plight of those still in their hometown.

“There’s a feeling among the team, ‘This is for L.A.,’” Williams said. “This is for the hope of a home that they can hold on to, that the Rams will be the ones that can take away from whatever they’re going through for a few hours on Monday.”

There is a benefit to playing Monday night’s game in Arizona. The match will be played on real grass.

“For the most part, we played well on that field,” receiver Cooper Kupp said. “It’s grass too, which is a big bonus. I’ll take any opportunity to play on grass.”

The Rams lost there in Week 2 to the Cardinals 41-10. But the atmosphere is very different this time. The Rams are healthier than they were at the beginning of the season.

Plus, they’re the home team. And the boost they can get from wanting to give the people of Los Angeles something to feel good about on Monday night could make a big difference.