Rams beat winless Chargers 24-9; Stafford leads comeback despite injuries
Los Angeles Rams overcame a slow start and multiple injuries to defeat the 0-7 Chargers on Sunday, moving to 4-4.
What to know
- The Rams defeated the winless Chargers 24-9 despite playing without or managing multiple key players, improving to 4-4.
- The Chargers fell to 0-7, their worst start since 2000, with Justin Herbert throwing two interceptions that led directly to 10 Rams points.
- Matthew Stafford completed 17 of 25 passes for 157 yards and a touchdown, leading a second-half comeback after the Rams trailed 9-3 early.
“Coleman is one of those guys that–he's instrumental in everything that we do. The communication that he has, the leadership that he has, the way that he approaches the game, the physicality that he plays with at the point of attack.”
Nate Scheelhaase, Rams offensive coordinator · Yahoo Sports ↗ · Oct 28
Matthew Stafford Rams quarterback
Sean McVay Rams head coach
Justin Herbert Chargers quarterback
Jim Harbaugh Chargers head coach
How it unfolded 2 developments, newest first · click a bar or a number to jump articles
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Stafford and wife purchase suite for military members
Before the game, Matthew Stafford and his wife Kelly purchased a suite for 10 active-duty and veteran Navy Seals and their guests for the Rams' Salute to Service game.
“Matthew Stafford passed for 157 yards and a touchdown, Blake Corum and Kyren Williams rushed for scores and the Los Angeles Rams overcame a slow start for a 24-9 victory over the winless Los Angeles Chargers.”
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2 outlets Rams’ Matthew Stafford makes memorable moment for military members before game vs. Chargers
first by Yahoo Sports, 12d ago · also NY Post
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Chargers fall to 0-7, worst start since 2000 — The loss marked the Chargers' worst start to a season since 2000, when Jim Harbaugh was their quarterback. Justin Herbert threw two interceptions—his 9th and 10th of the season—leading to 10 Rams points. The Chargers maintained a streak of 27 consecutive possessions without a touchdown.
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Rams defeat winless Chargers 24-9 — The Rams overcame a slow start and early 9-3 deficit to beat the Chargers. After both teams struggled early, the Rams scored a go-ahead touchdown just before halftime and dominated the second half. Matthew Stafford threw a touchdown to Puka Nacua in the third quarter, while Blake Corum and Kyren Williams each rushed for scores.
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Rams face multiple injuries before Chargers game
The Rams reported several key players questionable or doubtful for the Week 8 game: Coleman Shelton (hip), Colby Parkinson (listed DNP), Trent McDuffie (groin), Joe Cardona (ankle, doubtful), and Jordan Whittington (back injury suffered minutes before coaches' podium).
“Coleman will be limited, listed as questionable for the game with his hip. Colby Parkinson will be listed as questionable. He'll be a DNP.”
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first by Yahoo Sports, 16d ago
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- Matthew Stafford Gets Concerning Update Before Rams Game Yahoo Sports · 13d ago
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first by Yahoo Sports, 11d ago · also Sports Illustrated
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- Rams Have Reason to Be Concerned About Matthew Stafford's Elbow Injury Sports Illustrated · 10d ago
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first by Yahoo Sports, 12d ago · also Philadelphia Inquirer
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- Matthew Stafford's Rams overcome slow start, rally past winless Chargers 24-9 Philadelphia Inquirer · 12d ago
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