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49ers Keys to Victory to Crush the Rams in Week 18

The San Francisco 49ers will host the Los Angeles Rams in a game with no playoff implications.

The 49ers should stick to a simple game plan of running the ball successfully and setting up play-action passes. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers vs. Rams Injury Report: 6 ruled out for Sunday's game

Multiple players from both the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams are listed as questionable or doubtful for their upcoming game.

Injuries continue to impact the 49ers, with cornerback Jason Verrett set to undergo season-ending surgery. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

Top 5 49ers Players to Watch During Rams Game

The 49ers will be resting key players in their game against the Rams, giving an opportunity for backup players to showcase their talent.

Defensive End Robert Beal Jr. and Wide Receiver Danny Gray are two players to watch during the game. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers vs. Rams Injury Report: 6 players miss Thursday's practice

Jon Feliciano returns to practice after sitting out with a back injury.

Several players, including Arik Armstead and Christian McCaffrey, remain absent from practice. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers vs. Rams: How to watch, stream, and listen to the Week 18 matchup

The San Francisco 49ers will conclude the regular season against the Los Angeles Rams, aiming to sweep the season series for the fifth consecutive regular season.

The 49ers are coming off a 27-10 victory over the Washington Commanders, with QB Brock Purdy setting the team's single-season passing yards record. [ more ]

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Photos: San Francisco 49ers lose to rival Los Angeles Rams 21-20

The San Francisco 49ers lost a close game to the Los Angeles Rams 21-20.

The 49ers are entering the playoffs as the NFC's No. 1 seed. [ more ]

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49ers have on playoff blinders, but don't be surprised if they see the Rams again

The Los Angeles Rams beat the San Francisco 49ers in the divisional round, earning them a No. 6 seed and a Wild Card round matchup against the Detroit Lions next weekend.

The 49ers, as the No. 1 seed, will have a week off to rest and prepare for a potential rematch against the Rams. They will be paying attention to the outcomes of other Wild Card games as well. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Five 49ers to watch in Week 18 regular-season finale vs. Rams

The Los Angeles Rams are sitting many of their top players, including quarterback Matthew Stafford, in their game against the 49ers.

The 49ers have already secured the No. 1 seed in the NFC and will be cautious with quarterback Brock Purdy to avoid any injuries. [ more ]

mattbarrows 3 months ago

#49ers mailbag: Jason Verrett? Sam Darnold? Whoâll see a heavier workload Sunday? https://t.co/Tnw2s6o7NZ

The Athletic

49ers mailbag: Jason Verrett? Sam Darnold? Who'll see a heavier workload Sunday?

The 49ers are locked into the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, while the Rams' seeding depends on the outcomes of their game and the Green Bay Packers-Chicago Bears game.

The 49ers will rest their starters in the final regular-season game, giving backup and role players a chance to take on heavier workloads. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers vs. Rams Week 18 game set for Sunday, January 7

The Week 18 clash between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will take place on Sunday, January 7.

The 49ers secured the top seed in the NFC and home-field advantage in the playoffs, making the Week 18 matchup less significant. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Hernandez: Rams' miracle journey back to playoffs proves they're Super Bowl contenders

The Rams had a close victory against the New York Giants, but they are still considered a good team.

The Rams have secured a spot in the playoffs and are no longer considered a rebuilding project. [ more ]

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The Athletic

Rams' Nacua breaks rookie records forreceiving yards, catches

Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua broke the NFL rookie receiving yards record previously held by Bill Groman.

Nacua also broke the rookie record for receptions, previously held by Jaylen Waddle. [ more ]

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National Football League

Nacua breaks NFL rookie receiving yards record

Puka Nacua breaks rookie record for most receiving yards in a season

Nacua ties the rookie record for most receptions in a season [ more ]

Niners Wire

San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams live stream, TV channel, start time, odds | Week 18

The San Francisco 49ers will face off against the Los Angeles Rams in a highly anticipated game featuring star receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Puka Nacua.

The 49ers have strong offense and defense, ranking third in scoring offense and second in scoring defense. The Rams have a solid offense but a weaker defense. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Rams' 26-25 road win over the New York Giants by the numbers

The Rams have won four consecutive games against the Giants since 2011.

Rams rookie receiver Puka Nacua has had seven games with 100 yards receiving this season. [ more ]

Niners Wire

Watch: Rookie Robert Beal Jr. records first sack of career in Week 18 vs. Rams

Tayler Hawkins and Robert Beal make an impact in the San Francisco 49ers' game against the Los Angeles Rams.

Robert Beal secures his first sack of his career against Carson Wentz. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

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

Carson Wentz will start as quarterback for the Rams in their upcoming game against the 49ers.

Wentz, who has not started a game since January 2022, is excited for the opportunity and eager to showcase his skills. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Rams resting QB Stafford, RB Williams at 49ers

Several Los Angeles Rams starters will be rested in the season finale against the San Francisco 49ers.

Quarterback Carson Wentz will start in place of Matthew Stafford. [ more ]

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49ers vs Rams Week 18 NFL 2023 Predictions

49ers vs Rams game scheduled to be the final regular season game moved to a neutral site due to COVID-19 concerns

The game will now be played at the State Farm Stadium in Arizona [ more ]

Niners Wire

How to buy San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams NFL Week 18 tickets

The San Francisco 49ers have secured the NFC's No. 1 seed for the playoffs.

The 49ers will face off against the Los Angeles Rams in their regular-season finale on Sunday. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Rams to start Wentz at QB for season finale vs. 49ers

Carson Wentz will start at quarterback for the Rams in Week 18.

The Rams will be without several key players, including Cooper Kupp and Aaron Donald.

Sam Darnold will start at quarterback for the 49ers in place of Brock Purdy. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

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

The Rams held on to defeat the New York Giants on the road when Mason Crosby, who was a member of the Rams for a week, missed a potential game-winning 54-yard field goal in the waning seconds.

ESPN.com

Rams' McVay makes 'promise' he'll return in '24

Sean McVay put an end to any possibility of retirement talk when the Los Angeles Rams coach made a "promise" that he'd be back next season.

ESPN.com

Rams to bring back K Maher after cutting Havrisik

The Rams are replacing kicker Lucas Havrisik with Brett Maher.

The Rams have missed 15 combined field goals and extra points, the most of any team this season. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers vs. Rams: Fred Warner 'really excited' for Sam Darnold to play

Sam Darnold will start in the San Francisco 49ers' regular-season finale against the Los Angeles Rams.

Linebacker Fred Warner is excited for Darnold's opportunity and praises his arm talent. [ more ]

The Athletic

49ers to rest QB Brock Purdy vs. Rams

The San Francisco 49ers will rest quarterback Brock Purdy against the Los Angeles Rams with their playoff spot secured.

Sam Darnold will start in place of Purdy for the 49ers. [ more ]

The Athletic

Inside Matthew Stafford's impact on the Rams offense, from shared ideas to signature flair

Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford have been working closely together to reinvent the Rams' offense.

The Rams have shifted from a play-action dependent offense to a blend of play-action and dropback passing. [ more ]

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Four Rams are selected to NFC Pro Bowl team with hopes of missing it for Super Bowl

Matthew Stafford, Aaron Donald, Puka Nacua, and Kyren Williams of the Los Angeles Rams have been voted to the Pro Bowl Games.

Stafford has made the Pro Bowl for the third time in his career, playing through injuries and leading the Rams to the playoffs. [ more ]

The Athletic

Rams to start Wentz, rest Stafford against 49ers

Carson Wentz will start for the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, giving Matthew Stafford an extra week of rest.

The Rams will also rest several key players, including Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams, Aaron Donald, and Ernest Jones. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Matthew Stafford won't start for Rams in regular-season finale against 49ers

Carson Wentz will start at quarterback for the Rams in place of Matthew Stafford on Sunday against the 49ers.

Stafford has played through injuries this season, passing for 24 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. [ more ]

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Carson Wentz Will Start For The Rams In Week 18

Carson Wentz will start as quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams in Week 18 against the San Francisco 49ers.

Matthew Stafford will not play to rest and recover before the playoffs. [ more ]

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Report: Rams will sit Matthew Stafford, start Carson Wentz vs. 49ers

The Los Angeles Rams will sit starting quarterback Matthew Stafford in favor of backup Carson Wentz for their game against the 49ers.

The Rams have already clinched a playoff berth and Coach Sean McVay wants to protect his starting quarterback for the wild card round. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers practice and media schedule leading to Week 18 matchup vs. Rams

The San Francisco 49ers will hold three full practices this week as they prepare for their Week 18 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.

Head coach Kyle Shanahan, defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, offensive line/run game coordinator Chris Foerster, and quarterback Brock Purdy will speak with the media. [ more ]

New York Post

Sean McVay makes decision on 2024 Rams return

Sean McVay commits to remaining as head coach of the Rams for an eighth season in 2024.

McVay aims to become the winningest head coach in franchise history. [ more ]

The Athletic

Rams coach Sean McVay indicates he'll return for 2024 season

Sean McVay considered leaving the Los Angeles Rams after a disappointing 2022 season, but now he is committed to coaching in 2024.

McVay is on the verge of becoming the Rams' all-time regular season wins leader as a head coach. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

Playoff picture: 49ers will await weakest-seeded team in NFC bracket

The San Francisco 49ers secured the NFC's No. 1 seed and a first-round playoff bye

The Los Angeles Rams earned a playoff berth by defeating the New York Giants [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Steelers Receive Shoutout From Rams After Win Over Seahawks Helps Los Angeles Secure Playoff Spot

The Pittsburgh Steelers' victory over the Seattle Seahawks secured a playoff spot for the Los Angeles Rams.

The Rams thanked the Steelers for helping them make the playoffs in a social media post. [ more ]

The Athletic

Feisty, cardiac Los Angeles Rams are playoff-bound after massive turnaround

The Los Angeles Rams have secured a playoff spot with the help of other teams' victories.

Ernest Jones and Kyren Williams were standout players for the Rams in their narrow win over the New York Giants. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Rams, in 'playoff mode' last few weeks, claim spot

The Los Angeles Rams clinched a playoff spot with their win over the New York Giants and a loss by the Seattle Seahawks.

The Rams have won six of their last seven games and have a 6-1 record since Week 11, averaging 29.3 points per game. [ more ]

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National Football League

Rams' Puka Nacua's 80-yard run leads to Kyren Williams TD

Rookie Puka Nacua gives the Rams a spark with an 80-yard catch and run

Kyren Williams scores his second touchdown of the game [ more ]

New York Post

New York Giants

Giants must brace for Rams' super rookie Puka Nacua: 'Taken the league by storm'

If the Giants, or the rest of the NFL, knew then what they know now, Puka Nacua wouldn't have fallen to the 177th pick in the fifth round and into the arms of Sean McVay's Rams.

The Athletic

2023 NFL MVP guide: Lamar Jackson and the challenger (almost) no one is talking about

The NFL MVP race is wide open with no clear-cut favorite

Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams could have a compelling case for MVP despite low betting odds [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Red-hot Demarcus Robinson scores points with Rams as they catch playoff fever

Wide receiver Demarcus Robinson brings valuable playoff experience to the Rams

The Rams have a chance to secure a playoff spot with a win against the Giants and some help [ more ]

The Athletic

4 months ago

How RB Kyren Williams lifts, inspires Rams: 'We're different when he plays'

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. - At Los Angeles Rams practices through the middle of the season, running back Kyren Williams sat at the fringe of the fields on a small medical scooter with his ankle wrapped, and fixated.

Los Angeles Times

4 months ago

Sean McVay says Rams 'have focused on what they can control'

(Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

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.

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