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Wild Start to NFL Wild Card Weekend

After all the trials and tribulations sorted themselves out, NFL Wild Card Weekend finally kicked off. With all the drama of a Hollywood Blockbuster, the Los Angeles Rams survived an upset bid by the Carolina Panthers, winning 34-31 at Bank of America Stadium.

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The Good, Bad, and Ugly From Rams' Wild Card Win

CHARLOTTE, NC. The Los Angeles Rams were fortunate to leave the North Carolina with a victory against the Panthers but now that the game is done and dusted, here's the good, bad, and ugly from the team.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 10

Five Instant Observations After the Rams' Wild Win Over Carolina

CHARLOTTE, NC. The Los Angeles Rams pulled off a near-impossible victory over the Carolina Panthers on Saturday night, kicking off the 2026 NFL postseason with an instant classic.

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Matthew Stafford News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

'It Wasn’t Great' – Matthew Stafford Gives Update On Injured Finger

Los Angeles Rams quarterback and First-Team All-Pro Matthew Stafford suffered a finger injury late in the second quarter of the team’s Wild Card win over the Carolina Panthers.

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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 / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 10

Rams’ Sean McVay credits Matthew Stafford for overcoming blocked punt for go-ahead TD vs. Panthers

The Los Angeles Rams escaped with their lives and a victory in their Wild Card meeting with the Carolina Panthers when quarterback Matthew Stafford came through with a pair of 4th quarter touchdown passes to secure a 34-31 triumph and advance to the divisional playoffs.

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Dave Canales explains questionable defense vs. Matthew Stafford on Rams’ go-ahead drive

The Carolina Panthers were on the cusp of pulling off an improbable upset against the heavily favored Los Angeles Rams in Saturday’s Wild Card clash. Carolina took a 31-27 lead with under three minutes remaining.

Los Angeles Rams News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 10

Puka Nacua earns ‘freakin’ warrior’ endorsement from Sean McVay for game-changing pass breakup

The Los Angeles Rams watched Puka Nacua set the tone with his first quarter touchdown from Matthew Stafford. Then saw him play game saver in front of Sean McVay — by showing some rare defensive back skills on the Carolina Panthers.

Los Angeles Rams News / The SportsRush / January 10

After Two TDs, Puka Nacua Makes a Costly Drop; Skip Bayless Says 'Speed Is Overrated'

It didn’t take long for Puka Nacua to get going on Saturday afternoon against the Carolina Panthers, but it also didn’t take very long for him to cool off, either.

NFL News / The SportsRush / January 10

Davante Adams Injury: ‘Bleeding’ WR Takes Scary Hit From Nick Scott After Hamstring Recovery

After missing the final three games of the regular season due to a re-aggravated hamstring injury suffered in Week 15 against the Detroit Lions, veteran wide receiver Davante Adams returned for the Los Angeles Rams’ Super Wild Card Weekend matchup against the Carolina Panthers.

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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 / Yardbarker / January 10

Bryce Young's performance should give Panthers optimism despite playoff loss

While the Panthers have to deal with the frustration of their season ending with a tough playoff loss, they have to come out of the game with a renewed sense of optimism about where the organization is going.

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NFL News / Ball Exclusives / January 10

Rams hold off Panthers’ strong upset attempt in Wild Card thriller

The Los Angeles Rams barely held off the Carolina Panthers 34-31 in Saturday’s thrilling Wild Card matchup. The Rams jumped out to an early lead thanks to wide receiver Puka Nacua’s strong first-quarter play.

Matthew Stafford News / Field Level Media / January 10

Matthew Stafford's last-minute TD pass lifts Rams over Panthers in wild-card game

Matthew Stafford's 19-yard pass to Colby Parkinson with 38 seconds remaining rescued the Los Angeles Rams in a 34-31 victory against the Carolina Panthers in the NFC wild-card game Saturday at Charlotte.

NFL News / Rams Newswire / January 10

Highlights & Takeaways From Rams’ Wild Card Round Win Over Panthers

The Los Angeles Rams finished the regular season with the No. 5 seed in the NFC at 12-5, setting up a Wild Card Weekend matchup on the road with the Carolina Panthers.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / January 10

Rams Win An Instant Classic in Carolina

CHARLOTTE, NC. The Los Angeles Rams took on the Carolina Panthers in the Wild Card. In a hotly contested grudge match, the game would quickly turn into an instant classic.

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Sean McVay Ripped For 'Stupid' Decision vs. Panthers

It's not often Sean McVay's coaching comes into question, but Saturday's second quarter decision deep into Carolina territory had fans coming for the Super Bowl champ online.

Davante Adams News / 5 GOATs / January 10

Davante Adams injury update: Rams star heads to medical tent, bites tongue following big hit

Los Angeles Rams receiver Davante Adams was the victim of a vicious hit after attempting to catch a deep pass from quarterback Matthew Stafford. He was immediately sent to the sideline and checked out in the team’s medical tent.

Puka Nacua News / Larry Brown Sports / January 10

Puka Nacua had the most inexplicable drop on potential TD

The Los Angeles Rams are making a bunch of little mistakes to keep the Carolina Panthers in the game during Saturday’s NFC Wild Card contest. The Rams held a 17-14 lead at halftime of Saturday’s game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.

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Sean McVay’s Grandfather Was a Key Figure in Creating the 49ers Dynasty

As the Los Angeles Rams get ready for a Saturday afternoon playoff game against the Carolina Panthers, the focus naturally lands on head coach Sean McVay.

Los Angeles Rams News / Rams Newswire / January 10

Matthew Stafford & Puka Nacua Named AP First Team All-Pros

The Los Angeles Rams had the best offense in the NFL during the 2025 season and the main reason for that was the play of quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Puka Nacua.

Davante Adams News / NFL Analysis Network / January 10

Davante Adams Is Back, and the Rams Are Acting Like It Changes Everything. But Will It?

The Rams get their best weapon back for Wild Card weekend. Davante Adams will suit up Saturday after missing the final three regular-season games with hamstring and knee injuries.

Los Angeles Rams News / Ball Exclusives / January 10

What the Rams need to do to avoid an upset

The NFL playoffs are set to begin on Saturday with the Los Angeles Rams taking on the Carolina Panthers. The two teams previously met on November 30th, with the Panthers pulling off a 31-28 upset.

Los Angeles Rams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 9

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.

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.