All signs point to Rams opening season at home against Buffalo Bills
2 years, 7 months ago

All signs point to Rams opening season at home against Buffalo Bills

LA Times  

After the Bills blew a 25-point lead, quarterback Josh Allen led Buffalo to a 35-32 overtime victory in September 2020. If the Rams are playing Denver on Christmas Day — as CBS announced Tuesday morning — that almost certainly means that the defending Super Bowl champions will be squaring off against Buffalo in the Kickoff Game on Sept. 8 at SoFi Stadium. Whenever it takes place, Bills-Rams will feature quarterbacks Matthew Stafford and Buffalo’s Josh Allen, two of the league’s premier passers, and the added wrinkle of new Bills pass rusher Von Miller. Von Miller, who helped the Rams win Super Bowl LVI, will be in Buffalo Bills colors on SoFi Stadium for the NFL’s 2022 Kickoff Opener. Buffalo, which has never won a Super Bowl, also has never been the visiting team in the Kickoff Game Throughout the scheduling process, the NFL gave strong consideration to pitting the Rams and Denver for the opener, especially in light of the interest in new Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson.

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No reinforcements for Rams but the path to NFC West title and playoffs is clear
1 week, 1 day ago

No reinforcements for Rams but the path to NFC West title and playoffs is clear

LA Times  

Coach Sean McVay is excited about how his Rams have responded after a slow start to the season. But star receiver Odell Beckham Jr., who also was a member of the Rams’ Super Bowl LVI championship team, is a free agent after clearing waivers Monday. That was the last of the three times that Rams won the NFC West under …

Rams vs. Buffalo Bills: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rams vs. Buffalo Bills: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times  

The Rams are 6-6 after last Sunday’s victory over the New Orleans Saints, and the streaking Buffalo Bills will make it difficult for the Rams to get over.500 for the first time this season. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford suffered an ankle sprain against the Saints, but he practiced this week and said he would be ready to go against the …

Optimism runs deep for Rams, Chargers as NFL season gets underway
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Optimism runs deep for Rams, Chargers as NFL season gets underway

LA Times  

LEFT: Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh signals from the sideline during the second half of a preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys on Aug. 24 in Arlington, Texas. The Charges didn’t mope this off-season, however, and instead asked a key question during this rebuilding phase: “Who’s got it better than us?” Los Angeles brought in Jim Harbaugh, of the famous Harbaugh …

Rams know what they’re up against in Detroit, loud and clear
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams know what they’re up against in Detroit, loud and clear

LA Times  

The Rams are expecting a raucous crowd when they face the Lions in Detroit on Sunday night. “Everybody’s pumped up — big-time Sunday night game — and we anticipate them to have a great crowd, great support,” McVay said, “And sometimes, going into those atmospheres can be a great opportunity for us to come together and be tighter than we’ve …

NFL playoff matchups: Rams vs. Lions showdown is fantasy football come to life
11 months, 2 weeks ago

NFL playoff matchups: Rams vs. Lions showdown is fantasy football come to life

LA Times  

Nearly three years after they were part of the same trade, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, right, will take on Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions in the NFC wild-card playoffs on Sunday. Stealing the spotlight on wild-card weekend is no small feat, especially with the Dallas Cowboys playing host to the Green Bay Packers — Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy looking …

Could 49ers game be start of something beautiful for Rams’ Carson Wentz?
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Could 49ers game be start of something beautiful for Rams’ Carson Wentz?

LA Times  

Quarterback Carson Wentz gets the Rams lined up against the Arizona Cardinals. “Excited to go get a chance and, yes, there is still some stuff to play for and there’s things at stake and it’s January,” Wentz said. “I haven’t played a game in a long time so I’m excited for it.” Carson Wentz says he has been soaking up …

Rams will have a chance to clinch a playoff berth with a win over the Giants and some help
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams will have a chance to clinch a playoff berth with a win over the Giants and some help

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES RAMS at NEW YORK GIANTS Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, FOX OPENING LINE: Rams by 6 1/2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The Rams haven’t played in 10 days since beating New Orleans in a Thursday night matchup.. RB Kyren Williams ran for 104 yards last week and is second in the NFL with 1,057 yards rushing. He has run …

Rams keep surprising: Could a ‘surreal’ playoff showdown vs. Lions happen?
1 year ago

Rams keep surprising: Could a ‘surreal’ playoff showdown vs. Lions happen?

LA Times  

All around the Rams locker room Sunday evening, players were stretched out on contoured beds, their legs encased in compression sleeves. He’s still a Lions legend, so much so that when Los Angeles was in the Super Bowl a couple of years ago, there were people in the Motor City sporting Detroit Rams T-shirts. Rams-Lions would be the tentative matchup …

Rams move into an NFC playoff spot after victory over Commanders
1 year ago

Rams move into an NFC playoff spot after victory over Commanders

LA Times  

The Rams are going to the playoffs — at least for the moment. “I’m not surprised, but the story isn’t written yet,” coach Sean McVay said when asked about the preseason narrative and where the Rams now sit. “Win next week, and the next one, and then the last one … and get in the dance.” Rams tight end Tyler …

Rams receive what they need for playoff push: a healthy Cooper Kupp
1 year ago

Rams receive what they need for playoff push: a healthy Cooper Kupp

LA Times  

Rams receiver Cooper Kupp says he felt more healthy when running patterns against the Ravens last week. “There’s been weeks this year where for health or whatever reason, you know, that I feel like I haven’t been the player that I should be for this team,” Kupp said, “and that’s frustrating. “It certainly feels like I’m trending in that direction.” …

Look who’s in playoff hunt after Rams’ Week 13 win over the Browns
1 year ago

Look who’s in playoff hunt after Rams’ Week 13 win over the Browns

LA Times  

The Rams’ Puka Nacua breaks into the secondary against the Cleveland Browns for a 70-yard touchdown. “You’ve got to prove it every week,” Stafford, who passed for three touchdowns, said when asked if it felt as if the Rams were in the midst of a playoff push. “We’re just worried about the next ‘W’ right now,” said rookie nose tackle …

Rams vs. Eagles matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction
1 year, 2 months ago

Rams vs. Eagles matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will enter SoFi Stadium with a deeper receiving corps for their game Sunday against the Eagles. For the first time this season, quarterback Matthew Stafford will have star receiver Cooper Kupp to target. Stafford appears to have recovered from the hip injury he played through while leading the Rams to a 29-23 overtime victory over the …

Rams’ 2023 NFL schedule appears easier than 2022 but September is daunting
1 year, 7 months ago

Rams’ 2023 NFL schedule appears easier than 2022 but September is daunting

LA Times  

Star defensive tackle Aaron Donald is ready to lead the Rams into another season, starting with two NFC West games. A seemingly easier schedule — at least theoretically — though a start that includes a Sept. 10 opener at Seattle, a home game against the San Francisco 49ers and a “Monday Night Football” road game at Cincinnati could leave the …

Rams give their fans some Christmas joy in blowout victory over Broncos
1 year, 11 months ago

Rams give their fans some Christmas joy in blowout victory over Broncos

LA Times  

The Rams’ Tyler Higbee celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Broncos. Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner runs after intercepting a pass thrown by the Broncos’ Russell Wilson in the first quarter. “I think it paid dividends.” The Rams’ Cam Akers runs untouched into the end zone against the Broncos in the second quarter. “And sometimes it calls for a tight …

Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers matchups, start time, how to watch and prediction
2 years, 2 months ago

Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers matchups, start time, how to watch and prediction

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford rolls out to pass during a win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sept. 18. Breaking down how the Rams and the San Francisco 49ers match up heading into their game at 5:15 p.m. PDT on Monday at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. End Nick Bosa has four sacks, and linebackers Dre Greenlaw and Fred Warner …

Another Rams injury affects offensive line, and secondary is short-handed too
2 years, 3 months ago

Another Rams injury affects offensive line, and secondary is short-handed too

LA Times  

Ta’Quon Graham and the Falcons kept the pressure on Matthew Stafford, who had two passes intercepted. Guard Tremayne Anchrum suffered a season-ending ankle injury, and cornerbacks Troy Hill and Cobie Durant suffered groin and hamstring injuries, respectively, in the Rams’ 31-27 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, coach Sean McVay said Monday. McVay said he would be surprised if Hill is …

Rams’ 31-10 loss to Buffalo Bills by the numbers
2 years, 3 months ago

Rams’ 31-10 loss to Buffalo Bills by the numbers

LA Times  

Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald records his 99th career sack, bringing down Bills quarterback Josh Allen in the first quarter. Breaking down the notable numbers behind the Rams’ 31-10 home loss to the Buffalo Bills on Thursday: 5-1 Record for Rams coach Sean McVay in season openers. Rams Rams begin Super Bowl title defense with blowout loss to Bills Quarterback …

Rams' Super Bowl repeat quest begins with ugly whimper vs. Bills
2 years, 3 months ago

Rams' Super Bowl repeat quest begins with ugly whimper vs. Bills

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford walks off the field after an interception against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday at SoFi Stadium. Rams Rams begin Super Bowl title defense with blowout loss to Bills Quarterback Matthew Stafford passed 240 yards for a touchdown and three picks as the Rams opened their Super Bowl title defense with a 31-10 loss to the Buffalo …

Rams begin Super Bowl title defense with blowout loss to Bills
2 years, 3 months ago

Rams begin Super Bowl title defense with blowout loss to Bills

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford sits on the ground as Bills edge rusher Von Miller celebrates one of his two sacks. The Rams, tipsy after their Super Bowl victory last February, proclaimed to the world their desire and intent to “run it back.” Seven months later, after a season-opening 31-10 defeat by the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night at SoFi Stadium, …

How Rams’ Super Bowl title has fanned flames of red-hot commodity in L.A.
2 years, 4 months ago

How Rams’ Super Bowl title has fanned flames of red-hot commodity in L.A.

LA Times  

Rams jerseys as far as you could see fans during training camp in Irvine. Six years ago, upon their return to Los Angeles after a two-decade absence, the stands at UC Irvine for Rams training camp were a sea of other NFL teams’ jerseys. And it’s going to take a little time.’ “But the culture is back.” Chris Manley got …

Rams will play Buffalo Bills in NFL season opener: Five takeaways on matchup
2 years, 7 months ago

Rams will play Buffalo Bills in NFL season opener: Five takeaways on matchup

LA Times  

Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp and quarterback Matthew Stafford celebrate after Super Bowl LVI. The Super Bowl champion Rams will play the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, Sept. 8, at SoFi Stadium in the NFL season opener, the league announced Thursday. The Rams added Pro Bowl receiver Allen Robinson and six-time All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner to a star-studded team that features …

Behind the Lens: My favorite Super Bowl photo
2 years, 10 months ago

Behind the Lens: My favorite Super Bowl photo

LA Times  

Gina Ferazzi My favorite shot was when Donald sacked the Bengals QB with just moments left in the game. Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald sacks Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow to seal the Super Bowl win for the Rams at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald celebrates after …

Letters to sports: Bestowing the gifts of Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp on L.A.
2 years, 10 months ago

Letters to sports: Bestowing the gifts of Matthew Stafford and Cooper Kupp on L.A.

LA Times  

By trading their first-round draft picks for Matthew Stafford, the Rams might have mortgaged their future, but they gave L.A. fans a fantastic present. Watching Cooper Kupp and his erratic and unique running style, you can’t help to compare him to another Rams great: Hall of Famer Elroy “Crazy Legs” Hirsch. Mark S. Roth Los Angeles :: Eminem performed a …

Rams can finally celebrate being an enduring part of L.A.
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams can finally celebrate being an enduring part of L.A.

LA Times  

The blue-and-yellow confetti fluttered to the SoFi Stadium field, and the unofficial Los Angeles anthem pulsed to the heavens. From the South Bay to the Valley, From the Westside to the East Side, Everybody’s very happy, ’Cause the sun is shining all the time, Looks like another perfect day… Never has one victory meant more to an NFL franchise than …

Super Bowl LVI: Los Angeles Rams, Cincinnati Bengals ready for blockbuster
2 years, 10 months ago

Super Bowl LVI: Los Angeles Rams, Cincinnati Bengals ready for blockbuster

Firstpost  

The first NFL championship game of the post-Tom Brady era sees the Rams play host at their gleaming $5.5 billion SoFi Stadium against a Bengals side chasing a first Super Bowl crown. A star-studded Los Angeles Rams will seek to deny the giant-killing Cincinnati Bengals a Hollywood ending in the Super Bowl on Sunday as an NFL season full of …

Column: Whose House at Super Bowl? With NFL taking over SoFi, it’s up to Rams fans to respond
2 years, 10 months ago

Column: Whose House at Super Bowl? With NFL taking over SoFi, it’s up to Rams fans to respond

LA Times  

He shouts the question whose reply has united a fan base, echoed through a city, a soundtrack of hope. Walk down a busy sidewalk in any part of town this week and shout, “Whose house?” Guaranteed, somebody will reply, “Rams’ house.” It has become a city’s reflexive response. “Although Super Bowl LVI will be put on by the NFL as …

COO Kevin Demoff says Rams one step from supersizing L.A. fanbase
2 years, 10 months ago

COO Kevin Demoff says Rams one step from supersizing L.A. fanbase

LA Times  

Kevin Demoff, Chief Operating Officer of the Rams, says this is a storybook season that just needs a championship ending. Kevin Demoff, the Rams’ chief operating officer, said Wednesday that he could not have dreamed all the elements that fell into place this season would “come into a confluence” that has the Rams positioned to possibly win their first Super …

Rams takeaways: Matthew Stafford was clutch, but Sean McVay was still confounding
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams takeaways: Matthew Stafford was clutch, but Sean McVay was still confounding

LA Times  

Rams linebacker Von Miller hoists the NFC championship trophy after L.A. defeated the 49ers at SoFi Stadium on Sunday. The Rams advanced to Super Bowl LVI with a 20-17 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. Sean McVay is walking a tightrope with some of his game management decisions McVay had …

Rams’ fourth-quarter comeback to beat 49ers makes spot in home Super Bowl extra sweet
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams’ fourth-quarter comeback to beat 49ers makes spot in home Super Bowl extra sweet

LA Times  

Rams linebacker Travin Howard, left, celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass from 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo to seal the Rams’ NFC championship win Sunday at SoFi Stadium. “We got one more.” On the one-year anniversary of the blockbuster trade for quarterback Matthew Stafford — the Rams’ pronouncement that they were pursuing a boom-or-bust run to the Super Bowl — …

It’s Rams’ title-winning expectations vs. Bengals’ unexpected run in Super Bowl LVI
2 years, 10 months ago

It’s Rams’ title-winning expectations vs. Bengals’ unexpected run in Super Bowl LVI

LA Times  

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford scrambles for a first down as he is chased by the 49ers’ Dre Greenlaw, left, and K’Waun Williams. The Rams and Bengals will meet in Super Bowl LVI on Feb. 13 at SoFi Stadium, the glistening $5-billion palace that played host to Sunday’s NFC championship game. I mean, just playing in the Super Bowl regardless.” The …

Rams claim ownership of SoFi, just in time to host Super Bowl
2 years, 10 months ago

Rams claim ownership of SoFi, just in time to host Super Bowl

LA Times  

Thousands screamed, again and again, answering the public-address announcer’s bellowing question of precisely who will own this Inglewood palace in the upcoming Super Bowl. Rams linebacker Von Miller hoists the trophy as cornerback Jalen Ramsey looks on following the Rams’ 20-17 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday at SoFi Stadium. “There’s something about the …

NFL roundtable: Rams prove they could fumble Super Bowl chances
2 years, 10 months ago

NFL roundtable: Rams prove they could fumble Super Bowl chances

LA Times  

The Rams’ dream to play in the Super Bowl on their home field is alive, needing a victory over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game to qualify for Super Bowl LVI. Plaschke: Even more odd than the Rams’ refusal to use Sony Michel is the great Gary Klein’s usage of a song from “Toy Story” to explain …

Rams vs. Buccaneers matchups: Matthew Stafford looks to extend impressive start
3 years, 2 months ago

Rams vs. Buccaneers matchups: Matthew Stafford looks to extend impressive start

LA Times  

Breaking down how the Rams and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers match up heading into their game at 1:25 p.m. Pacific time Sunday at SoFi Stadium. When Rams have the ball: Quarterback Matthew Stafford aims to continue his impressive start after leading the Rams to a rout over the Chicago Bears and engineering a game-winning field-goal drive against the Indianapolis Colts. …

NFL Week 1 roundtable: Can Rams, Chargers end up in Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium?
3 years, 3 months ago

NFL Week 1 roundtable: Can Rams, Chargers end up in Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium?

LA Times  

SoFi Stadium will be the site of Super Bowl LVI. Los Angeles Times NFL writer Sam Farmer, Rams beat writer Gary Klein and Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller discuss the upcoming season, moderated by NFL editor Athan Atsales. Then again, we’re coming off a season when a 43-year-old quarterback led his team to the first home-field Super Bowl victory, so …

Rams vs. Chargers to open preseason on Aug. 14 at SoFi Stadium
3 years, 7 months ago

Rams vs. Chargers to open preseason on Aug. 14 at SoFi Stadium

LA Times  

SoFi Stadium finally will be open with fans in attendance for an NFL game as the Chargers and Rams open the preseason against each other on Aug. 14. Barring unforeseen changes there will be an NFL preseason this year, and the Rams and Chargers will open against each other on Aug. 14 at SoFi Stadium for a 7 p.m. game. …

NFL schedule 2021: Here are some challenges that await the Rams
3 years, 7 months ago

NFL schedule 2021: Here are some challenges that await the Rams

LA Times  

Rams players warm up before a game against the Arizona Cardinals in Inglewood on Jan. 3. The Rams drafted five defensive players to help new coordinator Raheem Morris replace key losses and maintain or improve upon the performance achieved last season under Brandon Staley. Their first game of the season — on “Sunday Night Football” — marks the fourth consecutive …

Rams unveil 2021 season schedule, will open Sunday night vs. Bears at SoFi Stadium
3 years, 7 months ago

Rams unveil 2021 season schedule, will open Sunday night vs. Bears at SoFi Stadium

LA Times  

New Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will lead the team in the 2021 season opener against the Chicago Bears at SoFi Stadium. The Rams, with new quarterback Matthew Stafford, play three of their first four games at SoFi Stadium, which barring a COVID-19-related setback is on track to host fans for games for the first time. Oct. 3: ARIZONA, 1:05 p.m., …

Rams open SoFi Stadium in style with 20-17 win over Cowboys
4 years, 3 months ago

Rams open SoFi Stadium in style with 20-17 win over Cowboys

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Los Angeles Rams ran through their tunnel and into empty SoFi Stadium for the very first time amid sparkling fireworks, flashing lights and the prerecorded cheers of fans watching from home. “It’s not the way you’d imagine it, but I think we’ll look back on this a long time from now and realize the importance of …

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