The Los Angeles Rams (3-4) just finished October and it was their best defense of the season so far. Earning multiple league-leading honors, the Rams’ point guard are playing their best football in the most important time of the season.

Over the past four weeks, the Rams have been the number one scoring defense in the NFL, posting 15 points, including a fumble recovery score and six interceptions. From the pass rush to the coverage team, the Rams thrived on the defensive side of the ball, even as they went 2-2 on the month.

Also, the defense couldn’t have been better at third in October. They led the league in opponent conversion rate on third down (20.0%) and forced 17 points in their last four games. Holding opposing offenses to long third-down conversion attempts was the difference in getting off the field early.

The defensive secondary was on point with four interceptions, tied for sixth in the NFL for the month. The Rams won three of those in Week 7 against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Beginner safety Jaylen McCollough had two interceptions in the game as a third-year cornerback Cobie Durant he caught the fourth of his career. This is a defense that has gradually improved as the season has progressed, especially in the secondary.