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Highlights & Takeaways From Rams’ Week 17 Loss To Falcons

Coming off a heartbreaking loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 16 that cost the Los Angeles Rams a chance to win the NFC West, the team got an extended break before taking on the Atlanta Falcons in Week 17.

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Rams vs Falcons: Three Massive Missed Chances in Final Minutes That Took the ‘W’ Away from LA

The Los Angeles Rams were never supposed to be in a position to win Monday night’s game in Atlanta. Down 21–0, battered at the line of scrimmage, and reeling from uncharacteristic mistakes, the Rams spent most of the night chasing the Falcons.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 30

The Good, Bad, and Ugly From the Rams' Loss to Falcons

The Los Angeles Rams have a lot to ask of themselves after suffering a loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Here are the big picture facts from the contest. The Rams had every reason to give up in this one, especially after the Falcons kicked a field goal in the middle of the third quarter to take their lead back to 21 points.

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NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 30

Five Observations From the Rams' Loss to the Falcons

The Los Angeles Rams lost their Monday Night contest to the Atlanta Falcons. Here's five observations from the contest. Kenneth Walker exposed them last week and Bijan Robinson took the Rams to the woodshed.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Puka Nacua News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30

Puka Nacua had one of the greatest incompletions ever

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is so talented that even his incompletions are drawing rave reviews. The Rams, trailing 27-24 with 10 seconds left, needed a big play from Nacua to escape Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga., with a win.

Sean McVay News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 29

Sean McVay reveals whether Rams starters will play Week 18 after Falcons loss

Entering Week 17 as heavy favorites to come out of Monday Night Football with a victory, the Los Angeles Rams were embarrassed on a national stage, dropping a very winable game 24-27 to an Atlanta Falcons team with a sub-.500 record.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30

Rams burned by brutal missed call in final seconds against Falcons

A botched call may have been the difference in Monday night’s matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and Atlanta Falcons. The Rams trailed the Falcons 27-24 with under 30 seconds remaining in the Week 17 showdown at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga.

NFL News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 29

Rams Drop Inexcusable Game to Falcons Before the New Year

The Los Angeles Rams dropped a near must-win game in Atlanta, as the Falcons drop the Rams into the sixth seed in the NFC. The opening frame was a mess for the Rams.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 29

Rams House Reacts to Team's Shocking Week 17 Loss

The Los Angeles Rams were looking to get a much needed bounce back win on Monday Night Football in Week 17. The Rams were on the road in Atlanta, taking on the Falcons.

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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 / Larry Brown Sports / December 29

Jared Verse taunted Falcons sideline as he ran back a blocked field goal for TD

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Jared Verse carved out some time to showboat on his way to a game-changing touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons. Verse broke through the Falcons’ O-line for a clean block on Zane Gonzalez’s 37-yard field goal attempt.

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'MNF' takeaways: Matthew Stafford's MVP case takes a hit in Rams' stunning loss to Falcons

The Los Angeles Rams rallied from a 24-3 deficit, but could not complete the comeback in a crushing 27-24 loss to the Atlanta Falcons as quarterback Matthew Stafford's MVP case took a major blow.

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Los Angeles Rams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 29

Rams’ Blake Corum questionable to return to MNF with leg injury

The Los Angeles Rams rolled without Davante Adams and Kevin Dotson before the Monday Night Football contest. Now Blake Corum became the newest NFL injury on L.A.’s side versus the Atlanta Falcons.

Blake Corum News / LAFB Network / December 29

Rams RB Now Questionable to Return vs. Falcons

The Los Angeles Rams were dealt an in-game injury concern in the first half of their Week 17 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, as running back Blake Corum exited with an apparent leg injury in the second quarter.

Los Angeles Rams News / Rams Newswire / December 29

Davante Adams, Kevin Dotson & Alaric Jackson Inactive Vs. Falcons

The Los Angeles Rams announced Davante Adams, Kevin Dotson, Alaric Jackson, Josh Wallace, Darious Williams and Jarquez Hunter are inactive while Braden Fiske and Roger McCreary are active for their Week 17 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.

Los Angeles Rams News / LAFB Network / December 29

Rams Now Have Two Playoff Scenarios After Losing No. 1 Seed

The Los Angeles Rams’ path to the top of the NFC officially closed Sunday, even before they took the field in Week 17. Wins by both the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers eliminated L.A.

Roger McCreary News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 29

Rams Activate CB Roger McCreary From IR

The Los Angeles Rams announced they have activated CB Roger McCreary from injured reserve. Additionally, the Rams have elevated OL AJ Arcuri and S Tanner Ingle from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 17 against the Falcons.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / December 29

What the Pro Bowl Means to Rams' Star-Studded Roster

WOODLAND HILLS, Ca. The Los Angeles Rams had four players named to the 2025 Pro Bowl, with Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua, Jared Verse, and Byron Young earning honors.

NFL News / Rams Newswire / December 29

Rams Eliminated From NFC West Race & No. 1 Seed

The Los Angeles Rams were officially eliminated from the NFC West race on Sunday with the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers both winning their respective games against the Carolina Panthers and Chicago Bears.

Puka Nacua News / Rams Newswire / December 28

Puka Nacua Hopes To Learn From Being Fined By NFL

It was a difficult week for Los Angeles Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua, who made headlines after unknowingly performing an antisemitic dance during an appearance on a livestream with Adin Ross and N3on.

Quentin Lake News / Pro Football Rumors / December 27

Rams Likely To Open Quentin Lake’s Practice Window In Week 18

When Rams safety Quentin Lake underwent elbow surgery on Nov. 19, the hope was he’d be ready to come off injured reserve in time for the postseason. With the 11-4 Rams having clinched a spot since then, it appears Lake is on track for a playoff return.