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Rams fatal flaw that will derail Super Bowl hopes in NFC playoffs

The Los Angeles Rams face a tough battle against the Carolina Panthers. But they should have an edge if Davante Adams plays, as expected. Still, like every NFL team, the Rams have a fatal flaw, and it could derail their Super Bowl hopes in the NFC playoffs.

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Inside Look: Rams vs. Panthers Wild Card Injury Report

The path to the Super Bowl is rarely paved with perfect health, and the Los Angeles Rams are learning that lesson the hard way as they prepare for Saturday’s Wild Card showdown.

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Rams Get Bad Injury News Before Panthers Showdown

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams have released their final injury report of the Wild Card round and with it, the Rams enter the game down two contributors while their opponent, the Carolina Panthers, appear to be at full strength.

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The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

How many of the NFL players to lead their team in receiving yards in the 2025-26 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8

Tom Brady officially makes his pick for NFL MVP

The NFL MVP award is usually a difficult choice, and this year’s race is no exception.

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

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Rams’ Davante Adams off injury report, cleared for Wild Card matchup vs Panthers

The Los Angeles Rams will be facing the Carolina Panthers in the Wild Card Round, and it sounds like they may gettng back one of their key players for the big matchup.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 8

How Rams' Nate Scheelhaase Became Architect of the Aerial Assault

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. When news broke last offseason that the Rams were able to retain offensive assistant Nate Scheelhaase, the move came and went from the news cycle but it's impact has driven the Rams to new heights in 2025.

NFL News / EasySportz / January 8

David vs. Goliath II: Panthers vs. Rams NFC Wild Card Preview

Charlotte, N.C. — Wildcard Weekend opens with one of the most deceptive matchups on the slate. The Rams arrive as heavy favorites with deep postseason experience, while the Panthers enter with nothing to lose — and the confidence of having already beaten this opponent once this season.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 8

Rams rule out 1 player due to injury for Panthers playoff game

The Los Angeles Rams are currently gearing up for their upcoming playoff game on the road against the Carolina Panthers. While most expect the Rams to

Von Miller News / LAFB Network / January 8

Rams Super Bowl Pass Rusher Reveals Whether He Will Return In 2026

The most recent Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl was nearly half a decade ago, and many of those players have moved along to other teams and other careers. One player who has moved to another team that was weighing his future was Von Miller.

Matthew Stafford News / Rams Newswire / January 8

Matthew Stafford Named NFC Offensive Player Of Month For December & January

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Months for December and January, the NFL announced. Stafford completed 62.2 percent of his passes for 1,634 passing yards and 14 touchdowns in December and January.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 8

Panthers vs. Rams Final Predictions: Can Bryce Young and the Panthers pull off another upset against Matthew Stafford and the Rams?

After falling backwards into the playoffs as the No. 4 seed in the NFC, the Carolina Panthers get the luxury of hosting a first round matchup at Bank of America Stadium and will be awaiting the return of the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday evening.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 8

Why the Rams' Super Bowl Ambitions Are As High as Ever

The Los Angeles Rams are the team to beat in the playoffs to many. Even being the No. 5 seed in the NFC playoffs, they are viewed as the favorites to win it all and bring another Super Bowl to Los Angeles.

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The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

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'Their Weakest Link': Rams’ Biggest Concern Before NFL Playoffs, Revealed

The Los Angeles Rams enter the playoffs with a roster built to contend, but special teams stand out as a glaring vulnerability. Recent errors in the kicking, return and coverage phases have been decisive in multiple losses and have become the unit most likely to derail a postseason run.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 8

Three Key Matchups for Rams Consequential Playoff Game vs. Panthers

Nearly six weeks ago, the Los Angeles Rams became victims of the Carolina Panthers' string of upsets against top-seeded teams in the NFC, losing a 31-28 back-and-forth affair.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 8

Why Rams Are Expected to Cut Panthers' Cinderella Run Short

The Los Angeles Rams knew they couldn't take it easy in Week 18. Head Coach Sean McVay might have felt comfortable with resting his stars in the regular-season finale in the previous two years, but 2025 was different.

Davante Adams News / Rams Newswire / January 8

Davante Adams ‘Excited’ To Return To Rams For Playoffs

The Los Angeles Rams are set to get back some key reinforcements for their Wild Card playoff game against the Carolina Panthers as wide receiver Davante Adams is returning after missing the last three weeks due to a hamstring injury.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 8

Rams' Mike LaFleur Details Preparations For Panthers Playoff Matchup

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams continued preparations on Wednesday, checking all their boxes before flying out to Carolina as they will play the Panthers on Saturday, kicking off this year's postseason.

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Rams' Jared Verse Details Defensive Approach Towards Panthers

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Rams' Chris Shula Details Defensive Approach to Panthers Offense

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Puka Nacua Talks Rams' Playoff Ambitions

NFL News / Field Level Media / January 8

Underdog Panthers return to playoffs, host Rams in wild card

The Los Angeles Rams drew considerable attention during the season and could be in line for more accolades. But the Carolina Panthers did enough to secure a home game in the NFL's wild-card round.