After winning two games in a row by a score of 60-17, the Los Angeles Rams came to a screeching halt thanks to the bye week. Teams typically like having a week off after playing in London, but the Rams were rolling and the bye couldn’t have come at a worse time.

With no significant injuries to speak of, the offense playing well and the defense finally clicking, the bye presented very few advantages for the Rams. Sure, Jared Goff said it helped him recover a bit after taking a few big shots against the Cardinals, but the overwhelming response from players has been that the bye didn’t come at a great time.

Todd Gurley, for one, said the week off ruined his routine.

“The bye kind of messed me up a little bit actually,” he said. “But, it’s cool though man. My body’s been great like I said. … I’ve been feeling pretty good.”

Gurley has toted the rock 145 times and caught another 27 passes, so his workload has been huge. One would think some time off would help his body and allow it to recover, but Gurley is a guy who enjoys routine and consistency.

“Yeah. That messed me up for sure,” Gurley said of the bye affecting his routine. “Just being lazy. Four to five days can make a difference. Didn’t know it could make such a difference, but it definitely makes a difference.”

Don’t expect Gurley to come out of the gate slow on Sunday, though. He’s looked as fresh as he ever has through the first seven games of the season, and having a week to rest will only help keep him healthy.

And with the Giants allowing the 10th-most yards per game on the ground, Gurley could be in for a big game. Damon Harrison and Jason Pierre-Paul are New York’s biggest threats on defense, along with Landon Collins in the secondary. Outside of those players, the Giants’ defense looks a bit porous, especially up front.