AKRON, Ohio -- For the longest time, golfs biggest headache in preparing for a return to the Olympics was getting a new course built in Rio de Janeiro.That seems like a nuisance compared with its next major hurdle.Whos going to play?Ten eligible players over the last two months have pulled out of the Olympics, six of the specifically citing concerns about the Zika virus. The last week alone was particularly devastating to a sport wanting to make a good impression after being gone from the games for 112 years.Rory McIlroy, a four-time major champion with the broadest global appeal among young stars, was the most prominent player to withdraw. That was until Tuesday when Jason Day, the No. 1 player in the world, said he would not be going. Shane Lowry and Branden Grace are planning to start families and will stay home because of Zika.Thats four players from the top 25 who wont be in Rio, and dread that more might follow.One of them might be Jordan Spieth, who described his Olympic position Tuesday as uncertain.Ive always been excited about the possible opportunity, but theres quite a few different factors that would turn somebody away from going. Its not just one, theres quite a few factors, Spieth said, mentioning Zika, security and reports of violence.The International Golf Federation stopped responding to each withdrawal because it was repeating the same statement: It is disappointed, but understands that each player has to decide on his own.Unfortunately with whats going on with Brazil and Rio with the Zika virus, theres a small chance it could happen, and I just cant put my family through that, especially with the future children were looking at having, Day said.While the sport is assured a spot in 2020 in Tokyo, the International Olympic Committee will vote next year to decide if golf stays longer than that. And it doesnt help when theres an All-Star roster of players who wont be there for whatever reasons.Because countries are limited to two players (a maximum of four if they are among the top 15), only 18 players from the top 50 will be in Rio -- as of Tuesday.IGF executive director Antony Scanlon, who has been involved in nine Olympics, believes golf still can put on a good show.We gave a commitment to have the best players there, Scanlon said. The decision theyre making are personal. We cant make those decisions for them. All you can do is understand the decision theyre making. After the games, well have two worthy champions, gold medalists that history will look back on. When the IOC members come to the venue, theyre going to have a great time. Theyll experience a sport where you can get close to the players and see their passion and determination.All we can do is make sure we deliver a great event.It wasnt supposed to turn out this way.When golf made its pitch to get back into the Olympics for the first time since St. Louis in 1904, the IGF presented video support from Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson and other top players who offered enthusiasm and unconditional support for Olympic competition.That was in 2009, before Brazil was devastated by political corruption and an economic meltdown, before concerns over polluted water and whether Rio could provide adequate security. And that was before Zika.Brazil has been the hardest hit by the outbreak of Zika, a mosquito-borne virus linked to severe birth defects and possible neurological problems in adults. Schwartzel and Lowry said if the Olympics were anywhere else, they would be there.The Olympic committee has to look at this and go, `Look, it was a weird situation, so dont penalize golf because of a weird situation, Bubba Watson said.But is it as simple as blaming it on Rio?No women eligible for the Olympics have dropped out, and they would seem to be at greater risk from Zika. Then again, the women do not have the chance to play on a big stage like the Olympics. All three of their U.S. majors are held the week before the mens majors and often get lost in coverage.The perception is that Zika is an easy way out from going to South America for an Olympic competition that has little history behind it in golf. And the leading organizations did themselves no favors by cramming their biggest events into the summer ahead of the games. 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Quarterback Case Keenum did not turn the ball over for only the second time this season.Still, it was enough because the defense and special teams performed at a high level. Fisher doesnt expect a repeat performance on offense will be enough to break the Miami Dolphins four-game winning streak on Sunday.This week is going to be completely different, Fisher said.On offense, the Rams must try to limit lineman Ndamukong Suh and the other members of a defensive front that Fisher described as extraordinary. The offensive line committed only one penalty against the talented and aggressive Jets, but that holding penalty against left tackle Greg Robinson gave New York one last chance to win the game.ddddddddddddIts the things were not doing, Fisher said. We had some big-play opportunities, had some mistakes up front, protection mistakes with people running down the field.Getting explosive plays from wide receiver Tavon Austin could give the Rams a lift. Since signing a four-year contract extension in August, Austin has topped 100 yards from scrimmage just once, in a win at Tampa Bay in Week 3. In his last four games, Austin has just one reception longer than 20 yards, though Fisher said Austins presence is creating favorable matchups for Britt.Its an ongoing process, Fisher said. Were not disappointed because he is a highly talented player. We just need to get him more opportunities.The Rams defense will have to contend with running back Jay Ajayi, whose streak of three consecutive games with more than 100 yards rushing ended in a 31-24 win at the San Diego Chargers. St. Louis could be without two of their top defensive ends -- Eugene Sims is in concussion protocol, while Robert Quinn checked himself into a hospital Monday with an illness unrelated to football. Fisher is optimistic both will be available to play.For three weeks now, were putting a winning effort if you look at the stats defensively, so we have to keep that going, Fisher said.The offense has to keep up its end, and thats no laughing matter for Fisher.We got to get back to scoring, Fisher said. We can do better. ' ' '