Seahawks (2-2) at Rams (3-1)

TV: Sunday, 4:05, CBS (Spero Dedes, Adam Archuleta)

The matchup: Another slow start in Seattle is nothing new. Also not new is a road loss to the Rams in each of the last three seasons. This time the Seahawks face a Rams team that looks like a legitimate contender. The Seahawks’ defense has had some uncomfortable moments, but it still has plenty of playmakers. They have one of the NFL’s most talented defensive lines but their sack total has been down, and DE Cliff Avril has a neck injury. QB Russell Wilson and the offense have been finding a groove recently but losing rookie RB Chris Carson is a big blow. The suddenly potent Rams offense has been enough to overcome an underachieving defense. QB Jared Goff has gone from likely draft bust to emerging star.