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Rams’ Matthew Stafford and Jets’ Aaron Rodgers square off in a showdown of familiar foes

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matthew Stafford has played Aaron Rodgers too many times over the years to wax poetic about any single showdown. It’s always a challenge going against him.” The last time they squared off, Rodgers’ Packers topped Stafford and the Rams 36-28 at Lambeau Field. “It’s two greats and two guys that I look at as Hall of …

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1 week, 5 days ago

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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Rams’ abrupt offensive regression against Miami is concerning for their long-term playoff chances

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — Just when the Los Angeles Rams’ offense appeared to be finding its stride, Matthew Stafford’s group took an embarrassing pratfall in prime time. It’s too soon to know what that means for the Rams’ playoff chances, but a big regression in an eminently winnable home game is not ideal for coach Sean McVay and his up-and-down team. …

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3 months ago

Big stars are missing from both teams due to injury for the latest meeting in the Rams-49ers rivalry

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — Although the Rams-49ers rivalry has been decidedly tilted in San Francisco’s direction in recent years, the games have still been must-see spectacles. “Hopefully they’ll be OK, but I’m not sad that they’re not playing against us,” Rams coach Sean McVay said. Niners coach Kyle Shanahan said the number of plays in the game plan won’t change, but …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams

Associated Press

DETROIT — The Detroit Lions know they have to put the 2023 season behind them and focus on 2024. Detroit opens the season on Sunday night against the Los Angeles Rams in a rematch of their wild-card game in January — won by the Lions for the franchise’s first playoff victory in 40 years. “The hardest thing is that we’ve …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

If Daniel Jones fails to deliver in prove-it season, what are Giants’ QB options in 2025?

New York Times

The New York Giants diligently explored the quarterback prospects in this year’s draft, but they passed on the position after failing to trade up to the third pick to land North Carolina’s Drake Maye. If Jones plays well this season, the Giants’ cleanest path forward is keeping him as the starting quarterback. GO DEEPER Giants 53-man roster projection: Plenty to …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Super Bowl: Patrick Mahomes’ respect for Matthew Stafford is as big as Texas

LA Times

The Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes, left, says he adapted some of his throwing skills by watching Matthew Stafford, another Texas legend. “First off, he’s a Texas guy, so I mean, always love the Texas quarterbacks are out there having success,” Mahomes said Tuesday as he continued preparations for Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. “Everybody talks …

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11 months ago

‘Easier said than done.’ Rams cautious about Super Bowl ambitions after 10-win season

LA Times

Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald tackles celebrates after tackling Cleveland Browns running Jerome Ford during a Rams win at SoFi Stadium on Dec. 3. ”Easier said than done,” Snead said, adding, “The lesson would be not come in and think, ‘OK, this is what we do and we’re going to have 11 wins.’” Rams general manager Les Snead, center, celebrates …

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11 months, 1 week ago

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win

Associated Press

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Dan Campbell has receipts. “There will be a time and place for that,” the Detroit Lions coach said Monday, a day after leading his team to a win over the Los Angeles Rams to give the franchise its first playoff win in 32 years. 2 seed, will host two playoff games in one postseason for the …

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11 months, 1 week ago

Granderson: It's finally the Detroit Lions' turn to dream big

LA Times

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and Lions quarterback Jared Goff hug after the Lions defeated the Rams 24-23 during the NFC wildcard game at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday. “I’m a champion and I think The Bus’ last stop is here in Detroit.” And for years and years that Bettis Super Bowl win felt like it belonged to all Lions …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Sean McVay-Jared Goff drama is big story of Rams-Lions matchup

LA Times

Matthew Stafford will return to Detroit, but that story already is written. McVay became a Super Bowl champion, vindicating his decision to dump his one-time franchise quarterback in Goff and hand over his offense to the veteran Stafford. When the Rams signed Goff to a $110-million extension before the 2019 season, they did so with the intention of extending his …

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1 year, 1 month ago

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

LA Times

Quarterback Matthew Stafford back leading the Rams is a big boost to their offense, which struggled before the off week. Running back Kyren Williams remains on injured reserve until the Nov. 26 game against the Arizona Cardinals, so Darrell Henderson and Royce Freeman are expected to again share carries. Rookie receiver Puka Nacua already has eclipsed Kupp’s Rams rookie record …

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1 year, 1 month ago

NFL roundtable: Rams have dilemma at quarterback; Jets’ D a big test for Chargers

LA Times

The Rams were dismantled on offense, defense and special teams and lost to the Dallas Cowboys on the road, 43-20. Los Angeles Times Rams beat writer Gary Klein, Chargers beat writer Jeff Miller and NFL columnist Sam Farmer discuss what happened and upcoming prospects during a post-game, round-table session: With the Rams dropping to 3-5 and the trade deadline Tuesday, …

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1 year, 2 months ago

3 Rams things: Sean McVay’s comments on game management questions and more

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Eagles vs. Rams in NFL Week 5 action THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — In a Los Angeles Rams season that will be unpredictable, at times chaotic and always interesting, we’re going to learn a lot about the young and older players each week. “Just didn’t feel like it was the right thing, there were some …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Rams vs. Cincinnati Bengals matchups, how to watch and prediction

LA Times

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford runs back to the sideline after a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers at SoFi Stadium on Sept. 17. Matthew Stafford faces the Bengals for the first time since Super Bowl LVI, and the Rams could use a big performance from the 15th-year pro. Ronnie Rivers and Royce Freeman are expected to back up Williams, who …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Rams star receiver Cooper Kupp will miss season opener; injured-reserve list next?

LA Times

Rams star receiver Cooper Kupp, who has been nursing a hamstring injury, will not play in the opener Sunday at Seattle, coach Sean McVay said Wednesday. We don’t have to make that decision quite yet.” Without Kupp, the Rams’ receiving corps could include Van Jefferson, Tutu Atwell and rookie Puka Nacua or Ben Skowronek as starters. “I’m really looking forward …

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1 year, 4 months ago

What Cooper Kupp’s injury might mean for the Rams

LA Times

Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp talks to coach Sean McVay during a practice in Irvine over the weekend. “We’ve got a bunch of guys that are doing that right now and looking forward to giving them more opportunities and letting those guys kind of go do their thing.” Yet McVay, LaFleur and Stafford cannot be confident that the offense will …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Rams might have lost edge against Falcons but won on progress

LA Times

This fumble by wide receiver Cooper Kupp that was forced by Falcons cornerback Darren Hall late in the fourth quarter gave Atlanta an opportunity to beat the Rams. The defending Super Bowl champion Rams had big enough leads over the Atlanta Falcons late enough Sunday to suggest they’d easily even their record at 1-1 and rebound strongly after being thrashed …

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2 years, 10 months ago

Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell has big job ahead before starting new job

LA Times

Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell has been chosen to become head coach of the Minnesota Vikings after the Super Bowl. “I had lived in some cold places before coming back to California,” O’Connell, the Rams’ offensive coordinator said Friday during a videoconference with reporters. Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell, left, talks with Matthew Stafford and Odell Beckham Jr. Stafford said …

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2 years, 10 months ago

Granderson: This is Matthew Stafford's moment to prove the Rams right

LA Times

Calling Matthew Stafford a losing quarterback because he didn’t win big when he was with the Detroit Lions is like saying the kids from “Ozark” are a little messed up. Of course, it’s easier to remember all of that in a yoga class than it is during the NFC championship game — especially when everyone watching knows the team gave …

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2 years, 11 months ago

Rams vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: NFL betting odds, lines and how to watch

LA Times

The Rams picked a really good time for their most complete performance of the season and earned a trip to the Sunshine State in the process. The Rams beat the Buccaneers during the regular season and are playing some outstanding football, so Game 1 of the NFL’s Sunday doubleheader looks like one that should live up to the billing. We’ve …

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3 years, 1 month ago

Sando’s Pick Six: One trade too many for Rams? Aaron Rodgers’ future, Vic Fangio’s present, Ravens’ edge and more

New York Times

It’s probably a good thing for the Los Angeles Rams’ remaining discretionary assets — you know, the first-round pick they hold in 2024, and the espresso machine in the break room — that the NFL trade deadline has passed. Aaron Rodgers’ COVID-19 crisis, trade value Vic Fangio doesn’t give a flying you-know-what Bills might have thrown away game vs Jags …

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3 years, 2 months ago

Grand final entertainment: The Stafford Brothers, Timmy Trumpet, William Barton, Kate Miller-Heidke and Ian Moss launch NRL's big dance

ABC

On-field entertainment can make or break how a grand final is remembered for years to come. The unlikely matching of Stafford Brothers, Timmy Trumpet, William Barton, Kate Miller-Heidke and Ian Moss made for a strong start to the biggest night of the NRL season and, even at 75 per cent capacity, Lang Park's reaction was just what the league would …

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3 years, 9 months ago

Rams’ salary-cap challenges could have big effect on free agency plans

LA Times

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kenny Golladay is one player the Rams could be targeting when the NFL free-agent signing period begins. On Monday, when the NFL’s so-called legal tampering period begins 48 hours before the start of free agency, representatives for safety John Johnson, edge rusher Leonard Floyd and cornerback Troy Hill will be fielding offers from suitors positioned to …

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Rams’ Matthew Stafford and Jets’ Aaron Rodgers square off in a showdown of familiar foes

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

Rams’ abrupt offensive regression against Miami is concerning for their long-term playoff chances

Big stars are missing from both teams due to injury for the latest meeting in the Rams-49ers rivalry

Lions prepare for Sunday night rematch with Matthew Stafford and the Rams

If Daniel Jones fails to deliver in prove-it season, what are Giants’ QB options in 2025?

Super Bowl: Patrick Mahomes’ respect for Matthew Stafford is as big as Texas

‘Easier said than done.’ Rams cautious about Super Bowl ambitions after 10-win season

Lions coach Dan Campbell says he has a ton of receipts. He isn’t ready to show them after big win

Granderson: It's finally the Detroit Lions' turn to dream big

Sean McVay-Jared Goff drama is big story of Rams-Lions matchup

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

NFL roundtable: Rams have dilemma at quarterback; Jets’ D a big test for Chargers

3 Rams things: Sean McVay’s comments on game management questions and more

Rams vs. Cincinnati Bengals matchups, how to watch and prediction

Rams star receiver Cooper Kupp will miss season opener; injured-reserve list next?

What Cooper Kupp’s injury might mean for the Rams

Rams might have lost edge against Falcons but won on progress

Rams offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell has big job ahead before starting new job

Granderson: This is Matthew Stafford's moment to prove the Rams right

Rams vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: NFL betting odds, lines and how to watch

Sando’s Pick Six: One trade too many for Rams? Aaron Rodgers’ future, Vic Fangio’s present, Ravens’ edge and more

Grand final entertainment: The Stafford Brothers, Timmy Trumpet, William Barton, Kate Miller-Heidke and Ian Moss launch NRL's big dance

Rams’ salary-cap challenges could have big effect on free agency plans