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Rams Sean McVay Makes Final Statements Before Wild Card Showdown

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams wrapped up their final preparations for their Wild Card round matchup against the Carolina Panthers. On Thursday, to cap off the week, Rams head coach Sean McVay spoke to the media, answering a variety of questions about his team, their feelings coming into the game, their level of preparation and more.

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Rams Elevate Two Players From Practice Squad For Wild Card Round

The Los Angeles Rams announced they elevated OLB Nick Hampton and S Tanner Ingle from the practice squad to the active roster for their Wild Card game against the Panthers. Hampton, 25, was a fifth-round pick by the Rams in the 2023 NFL Draft out of Appalachian State.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 9

What the Rams Have To Be Aware of vs the Panthers

The Los Angeles Rams will be on the road against the Carolina Panthers in the wild-card round to begin their 2025 postseason venture. The Panthers have already beaten the Rams this season, so the Rams have to make sure they're adequately prepared if they want a shot at another Super Bowl.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 9

Rams Chris Shula Receives First Head Coaching Interview Request

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. As expected, Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula has received his first request to be interviewed for a head coaching role.

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Puka Nacua News / Athlon Sports / January 9

Calvin Johnson: Puka Nacua Can Break My Record

In just his third season, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has already established himself as one of the best in the game. Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson, who holds the NFL record for receiving yards in a season at 1,964, believes Nacua can be the first player ever to get to 2,000 in a season.

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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.

Los Angeles Rams News / Rams Newswire / January 9

Peyton Manning Picks Rams’ Sean McVay As Head Coach He Would Want To Play For

The Los Angeles Rams are heading into the playoffs for the seventh time under head coach Sean McVay after clinching the No. 5 seed in the NFC. McVay has been one of the best head coaches in the NFL since joining the Rams and is often praised for getting the most out of his players.

Los Angeles Rams News / Rams Newswire / January 9

Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua Win PFF Regular Season Awards

The Los Angeles Rams have had arguably the best offense in the NFL this season, which has been carried by quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Puka Nacua.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 9

2 Player Lines Will Decide Rams-Panthers Wild Card Showdown

The Los Angeles Rams are gearing up for what they hope will turn out to be another Super Bowl run. They weren't able to capture the NFC West or the first-round bye, but their efforts were rewarded with the fifth seed and a favorable first-round matchup.

Bryce Young News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 9

Why Rams Must Keep Panthers' Bryce Young Uncomfortable

One thing the Los Angeles Rams must make sure they do as they are heading to Carolina to face the Panthers in Super Wild Card weekend is to make sure the defense travels.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 9

Five Bold Predictions For Rams-Panthers Playoff Showdown

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams look to take their first step towards the Super Bowl this Saturday and with the matchup comes massive expectations.

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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 / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 9

What a Win (and Loss) Means For Rams vs. Panthers Playoff Game

The biggest game of the season is here for the Los Angeles Rams. They will travel back to Charlotte, North Carolina, to face the Carolina Panthers in a rematch from Week 13 that has the No.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / January 9

Rams vs. Panthers 2026 NFL Super Wild Card Preview Odds, Injuries, Prediction

The Los Angeles Rams travel to Charlotte to face the Carolina Panthers in the NFC Wild Card round on Saturday afternoon. This matchup features an MVP candidate in Matthew Stafford looking to avenge a Week 13 loss against an 8-9 Panthers squad that defied the odds to win the NFC South.

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Los Angeles Rams at Carolina Panthers 2026 NFL Super Wild Card Preview, Prediction & Odds

The NFL playoffs are here, and bettors could win big with the first game of the dance, with the Los Angeles Rams taking on the Carolina Panthers. With the first game in the NFL playoffs, the Rams could showcase their talent against a Panthers team that hasn’t won a playoff game in a decade.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / January 9

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.

Los Angeles Rams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 8

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.

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

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.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 9

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.

Stefon Diggs wants 'meaner' Drake Maye to lead Patriots in pursuit of title

Matthew Stafford knows why Rams lost to Panthers during regular season

Steelers starter dealing with illness ahead of wild-card game

Panthers hint at big Cam Newton news before playoff game vs. Rams

Identifying biggest weakness for every AFC playoff team

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.

Los Angeles Rams News / Gridiron Heroics / January 8

'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 / Field Level Media / January 8