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Rams take big step toward playoffs by winning field-goal battle and sweeping 49ers

LA Times

A 51-yard reception by Rams receiver Puka Nacua set up the deciding field goal in a win over the San Francisco 49ers. “Being able to do that, knowing how good of a team they are and knowing the history with the two organizations, it’s huge,” Kyren Williams said, “and it shows that we’re the big brothers now.” In September, the …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Rams’ defense focused on wrapping up the Saints after getting burned by the Eagles

LA Times

The Rams struggled to wrap up Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, left, last week. The Rams knew what was coming — and could not stop it — when Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley embarrassed them last week with a career-best performance. “They do a great job of utilizing his versatile skill set that truly makes him an X-factor,” Rams …

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4 weeks ago

Rams once again fall flat in prime time with a chance to move into a tie atop the NFC West

Associated Press

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — For the second time in three weeks, the Los Angeles Rams went into a game knowing a win would move them into a tie for the NFC West lead, only to struggle mightily on the prime-time stage. Philadelphia’s Saquon Barkley ran for 255 yards, the most the Rams have allowed to a running back, but it was …

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1 month ago

Rams are run over as Saquon Barkley sparks an Eagles rout

LA Times

Eagles running back Saquon Barkley runs 70 yards for touchdown on the first play of the second half against the Rams. Also on hand Sunday night at SoFi Stadium were members of the St. Louis Rams’ 1999 Super Bowl championship team, including four Hall of Fame players from an offense known as “The Greatest Show on Turf.” Despite their presence, …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Another Rams run to playoffs starts with Kyren Williams running on Patriots

LA Times

The Rams’ Kyren Williams is swallowed up by Dolphins linebackers Jordyn Brooks and David Long Jr. First came self-reflection, followed quickly by self-correction. After he rushed for eight touchdowns in six games, last Monday’s defeat by the Miami Dolphins marked the third consecutive game Rams running back Kyren Williams did not run for a touchdown. “And I got this feeling, …

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1 month, 1 week ago

The Sports Report: Chargers win third game in a row

LA Times

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Continue reading here Lakers box score NBA scores NBA standings DODGERS From Jack Harris: The Dodgers’ World Series-winning coaching staff won’t remain entirely intact next season. Continue reading here Ducks summary NHL scores NHL standings U.S. MEN’S SOCCER From Kevin Baxter: With next year’s World Cup drawing closer, Mauricio Pochettino called up a 25-man …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Matthew Stafford comes up short in Detroit in another chance to lead Rams to win over Lions

Associated Press

DETROIT — Matthew Stafford led 31 fourth-quarter comebacks with the Detroit Lions. “We gave ourselves a chance, but we just fell short.” Playing behind a makeshift offensive line, Stafford, who played 12 seasons for Detroit, helped Los Angeles overcome a 17-3 deficit. After the Rams went ahead, the defense forced Jared Goff and the Lions into a three-and-out, giving Stafford …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams look better in joint practice with Cowboys, but offensive line gets sacked again

LA Times

During Thursday’s joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford scrambled to his left and threw a low pass near the goal line that was tipped twice. “Stop!” coach Sean McVay said he thought to himself when he saw Stafford pursue the airborne loose ball. McVay no doubt harked to last season at Dallas, when Stafford’s right thumb …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Matthew Stafford sits to avoid injury this time and Jimmy Garoppolo shows command

LA Times

Rams quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, left, speaks with Matthew Stafford, who was not dressed for practice Monday. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford did not practice Monday — the team’s first in pads — but coach Sean McVay shut down speculation quicker than a Stafford-delivered pass during a two-minute drill. He’s good.” Jimmy Garoppolo took Stafford’s place with the first-team offense and Stetson …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rams rookie Blake Corum hits the ground running during offseason workouts

LA Times

He was a two-time All-American at Michigan and the offensive most valuable player in the Wolverines’ national championship game victory over Washington. … I’m never going to stop growing — so it was easy for me to come in and basically start over.” The Rams selected the 5-foot-8, 210-pound Corum to complement third-year pro Kyren Williams, who made the Pro …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams hope they drafted a new defensive core in post-Donald era with FSU teammates Verse, Fiske

Associated Press

HERMOSA BEACH, Calif. — Jared Verse was immediately handed a phone when he eluded Friday traffic and arrived at the opulent beach-adjacent home serving as the Los Angeles Rams’ temporary headquarters for the NFL draft. No way!” “How’s it going, J?” replied a teary-eyed Braden Fiske, Verse’s teammate last season on the Seminoles’ defensive front. It’s going to be a …

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

Chris Shula, the grandson of Don Shula, will be the Rams’ new defensive coordinator, AP source says

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — Chris Shula, the grandson of Hall of Fame coach Don Shula, will be the Los Angeles Rams’ new defensive coordinator, according to a person with knowledge of the decision. Chris Shula replaces Super Bowl-winning defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, who was hired as the Atlanta Falcons’ head coach. Chris Shula and Sean McVay played together at Miami of …

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11 months, 1 week ago

Jared Goff gets revenge, barely, as Lions eliminate Rams with one-point victory

LA Times

Lions quarterback Jared Goff passes during a 24-23 victory over the Rams in the NFC wild-card playoffs Sunday at Ford Field. Goff played error free and ended the Rams’ season by leading the Lions to a 24-23 victory in an NFC wild-card game in front of 66,637 fans starved for a postseason victory. Goff, the top pick by the Rams …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams roundtable: Will 49ers sit their starters? Playoff date ahead in Detroit?

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay must consider the circumstances of their season finale against the 49ers. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, NFL columnist Sam Farmer and columnist Dylan Hernández discuss what happened and upcoming prospects: Matthew Stafford aside, who do you think has made the biggest difference on the improving Rams’ offense this season — running back Kyren …

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11 months, 4 weeks ago

Sean McVay says Rams ‘have focused on what they can control’

LA Times

Rams coach Sean McVay says his players have done what they needed to do in moving back into playoff position because “they have focused on what they can control.” With his team enjoying something of a mini-bye, Sean McVay was not unlike millions who spent much of the holiday weekend watching NFL football. Though the Rams coach is focused on …

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1 year ago

Rams coach Sean McVay says replacing placekicker not in current plans

LA Times

The Rams, perhaps more than any other NFL team, benefited from their off week this season. The Rams, however, will not bring in another kicker to compete with or replace Havrisik, coach Sean McVay said Friday during a video conference with reporters. “I know the kicker is the one that everybody wants to kind of pin on, ‘Oh, it’s a …

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1 year ago

NFL roundtable: Rams have more than Saints’ chance; Who should Chargers hire?

LA Times

The Rams moved into an NFC playoff spot with their 28-20 win over the Washington Commanders. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller, NFL columnist Sam Farmer and columnist Helene Elliott discuss what happened and upcoming prospects: As much as the healing of Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp and Kyren Williams has boosted the Rams …

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1 year ago

Rams need Kyren Williams if hope not to fumble playoff chances

LA Times

Rams running back Kyren Williams laments after fumbling against the Commanders. The gesture was small but significant, recognizing a perfect moment for Kyren Williams in an imperfect performance by the Rams’ second-year running back — and by the Rams as a whole. No one’s perfect.” Commanders safety Percy Butler forces Kyren Williams to fumble, one of two turnovers by the …

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1 year ago

Upon further review, Rams’ Puka Nacua has a shoulder sprain; Tyler Higbee hurt neck

LA Times

Rams receiver Puka Nacua walks off the field holding his side after suffering an injury against the Browns. Rams rookie receiver Puka Nacua suffered a shoulder sprain during the team’s victory over the Cleveland Browns but is expected to play Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens, coach Sean McVay said Monday. “We might be smart with him early on in the …

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1 year ago

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

LA Times

The Rams need Cooper Kupp back in form if they hope to make a run for a playoff spot. Quarterback Matthew Stafford said he is not fully recovered from a right thumb injury he suffered a month ago in Dallas, but he looked sharp last Sunday in a 37-14 win over Arizona, passing for four touchdowns with one interception. Williams …

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1 year ago

Kyren Williams’ return helps keep Rams in NFC playoff picture with rout of Cardinals

LA Times

Running back Kyren Williams finished with a career high in yards from scrimmage to lead the Rams’ victory over the Cardinals. “I’m an artist, and this is my canvas,” the Rams running back said Sunday after a virtuoso performance against the Arizona Cardinals. “It’s about one week at a time,” coach Sean McVay said when asked if the Rams were …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Rams running game gets a boost with return of Kyren Williams

LA Times

The Rams offense under Sean McVay historically is at its best when an effective rushing attack creates play-action passing opportunities. So the return of running back Kyren Williams, and receiver Cooper Kupp’s perseverance to play through an ankle injury should provide the Rams with a boost Sunday when they play the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. …

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1 year, 2 months ago

New kicker coming for Rams? Coach Sean McVay: ‘There’s a possibility’

LA Times

The Rams are probably shopping for a new kicker. In the aftermath of Brett Maher’s struggles in a loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, coach Sean McVay was asked Monday if the Rams would make a change or bring in kickers this week as they prepare for the Dallas Cowboys. “There’s a possibility,” McVay said during a video conference with reporters, …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Rams can’t keep momentum going as Steelers rally behind two second-half touchdowns

LA Times

The Rams’ Jordan Fuller can’t prevent the deciding touchdown run by the Steelers’ Najee Harris in the fourth quarter. “Felt like we had control of it for a decent amount of it,” said Stafford, who said, “just didn’t finish it.” The Rams appeared to be in trouble from the start. “So to start the game off like that and set …

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Rams take big step toward playoffs by winning field-goal battle and sweeping 49ers

Rams’ defense focused on wrapping up the Saints after getting burned by the Eagles

Rams once again fall flat in prime time with a chance to move into a tie atop the NFC West

Rams are run over as Saquon Barkley sparks an Eagles rout

Another Rams run to playoffs starts with Kyren Williams running on Patriots

The Sports Report: Chargers win third game in a row

Matthew Stafford comes up short in Detroit in another chance to lead Rams to win over Lions

Rams look better in joint practice with Cowboys, but offensive line gets sacked again

Matthew Stafford sits to avoid injury this time and Jimmy Garoppolo shows command

Rams rookie Blake Corum hits the ground running during offseason workouts

Rams hope they drafted a new defensive core in post-Donald era with FSU teammates Verse, Fiske

Chris Shula, the grandson of Don Shula, will be the Rams’ new defensive coordinator, AP source says

Jared Goff gets revenge, barely, as Lions eliminate Rams with one-point victory

Rams roundtable: Will 49ers sit their starters? Playoff date ahead in Detroit?

Sean McVay says Rams ‘have focused on what they can control’

Rams coach Sean McVay says replacing placekicker not in current plans

NFL roundtable: Rams have more than Saints’ chance; Who should Chargers hire?

Rams need Kyren Williams if hope not to fumble playoff chances

Upon further review, Rams’ Puka Nacua has a shoulder sprain; Tyler Higbee hurt neck

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

Kyren Williams’ return helps keep Rams in NFC playoff picture with rout of Cardinals

Rams running game gets a boost with return of Kyren Williams

New kicker coming for Rams? Coach Sean McVay: ‘There’s a possibility’

Rams can’t keep momentum going as Steelers rally behind two second-half touchdowns