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Get a recap of the Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers football game.

That forced third-string center [Jeremiah Kolone](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3043198/jeremiah-kolone) into action. ... DT [Arik Armstead](http://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/2971275/arik-armstead), who missed last week's game with a foot injury, left this game as well with an injured foot and didn't return. [Jimmy Garoppolo](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/16760/jimmy-garoppolo) into a touchdown. [Derion Kendrick](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4360307/derion-kendrick) jumped the 5-yard route and nearly got the pick. The man was taken off the field by security and the game quickly resumed. Gould missed a 42-yarder midway through the fourth quarter to keep the Rams in the game until Stafford's interception on a screen that Hufanga anticipated perfectly. “I just saw someone running on the field,” Wagner said. also scored on a [32-yard run](https://twitter.com/49ers/status/1577095765515653120?s=20&t=r9d5lsJhyIV7WQfmZWOCFg) that gave the Niners (2-2) their seventh straight regular-season win over their in-state rivals. They were held to field goals on three trips into the red zone. “It was just me and the ball out there,” Samuel said. “Just above the neck errors where we’re not doing the things that we are capable of and I expect us to be better than that.” It was San Francisco's fourth pick-6 against the Rams in their last six regular-season meetings.

The Rams might've bounced the 49ers out of the playoffs last season, but 49ers continue to own the Rams in the regular season.

The Rams went 0-3 in the money area on Monday night. He was sacked four times in the first half and seven times total in the loss. San Francisco ended up keeping the Rams out of the end zone all four quarters. It's a product of our preparation," Warner said. "It was cool to not play perfect but overcome a lot of things and have a big victory." In the fourth quarter, Samuel caught a short pass and scampered 29 yards down the field. The Rams needed another player not named Cooper Kupp to make plays for them. — The Los Angeles Rams might’ve bounced the 49ers out of the playoffs last year, but San Francisco’s owned the Rams in the regular season. In what’s been a theme the past few years, the 49ers won the battle in the trenches versus the Rams. Samuel’s second quarter touchdown extended the Rams lead 14-6 and it exemplified why the [49ers gave him a three-year extension worth $73.5 million during the offseason](https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/49ers/2022/07/31/deebo-samuel-niners-three-year-contract-extension/10198603002/). Kupp had a team-high 14 catches for 122 yards. It was a cool way to win," 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said.

Here are live updates as the San Francisco 49ers and Jimmy Garoppolo take on NFC West rivals and defending Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams in Levi's ...

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Allen Robinson and Stafford continue to struggle to get on the same page as the veteran wide receiver appears to be an afterthought in the offense. Whether it's ...

Matthew Stafford is sacked seven times and is unable to find the end zone as the Rams suffer their seventh consecutive regular-season loss to the 49ers.

After another dominant showing Monday night against the rival Rams, 49ers DE Nick Bosa didn't hesitate when asked what the ceiling for this San Francisco ...

It is just on us to put points on the board and hold on to the football." And while Monday's performance might have been the most complete for the Niners' defense, it was just the latest in a string of dominant performances. "That was the difference," Warner said. "It means as long as we score 21 points a game we are going to win some football games. "Those guys, I don't watch much of it, but the couple plays I do see, it's hell for the quarterback. The Rams managed just 257 yards of offense and averaged 3.5 yards per play. [George Kittle](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3040151/george-kittle) said. Bosa accounted for two sacks and nine pressures, as he leads the league in both categories with six and 23, respectively. [Jimmie Ward](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/16717/jimmie-ward) to return from a hamstring injury this week and has cornerback [Jason Verrett](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/16726/jason-verrett) returning soon from a knee injury. "I think it's best in the league," Bosa said. It's their longest win streak against the Rams since winning 17 consecutive regular-season contests from 1990 to '98. [Jimmy Garoppolo](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/16760/jimmy-garoppolo) said.

The 49ers used some critical big plays on offense and a defense that kept the Rams out of the end zone en route to a victory.

The Rams are dealing with several injuries on the offensive line and were down to their third-string center, [Jeremiah Kolone](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3043198/jeremiah-kolone), after center [Coleman Shelton](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3052180/coleman-shelton) left the game with an ankle injury. Only Kupp and tight end [Tyler Higbee](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/2573401/tyler-higbee) had more than three catches for the Rams. The offense once again ran through [Cooper Kupp](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/2977187/cooper-kupp) on Monday night, as the wide receiver finished with 14 catches for 122 yards. [Matt Gay](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4249087/matt-gay) marked the first points the 49ers have allowed on their first defensive possession this season. In the Rams' loss on Monday night, that identity did not involve finding the end zone against an excellent [San Francisco 49ers](/nfl/team/_/name/sf/san-francisco-49ers) defense. [Jimmy Garoppolo](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/16760/jimmy-garoppolo) insisted all week that finding a rhythm was a work in progress and would take some time. [Buffalo Bills](/nfl/team/_/name/buf/buffalo-bills) in the season opener, the Rams' offensive line held steadier in Weeks 2 and 3. Garoppolo missed some throws he needs to make, but he was mostly on time and getting rid of the ball quickly behind an offensive line missing star left tackle [Trent Williams](http://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/13241/trent-williams). But Hufanga made a big statement in front of a national audience Monday night, stepping in front of a short [Matthew Stafford](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/12483/matthew-stafford) throw and juggling the ball a bit before securing it and racing 52 yards for the game-sealing touchdown. [Talanoa Hufanga](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4360853/talanoa-hufanga)'s breakout performance: The Niners' second-year strong safety looked like an emerging star in the season's first three weeks with his fearless, attacking style and better-than-his-40-time coverage skills. [24-9 victory](/nfl/game?gameId=401437761) that was the Niners' seventh straight against the Rams in the regular season. [San Francisco 49ers](/nfl/team/_/name/sf/san-francisco-49ers)' defense just needed a little help from the offense.

Deebo Samuel turned a short catch into an electric 57-yard touchdown and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 24-9 on Monday night.

The San Francisco 49ers delivered the kind of dominating win against the Rams that they...

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A heated NFC West rivalry is set for "Monday Night Football" on ESPN. The Los Angeles Rams take on the San Francisco 49ers at 8:15 p.m. ET.

After the Rams offense struggled against a great 49ers defense Monday, Los Angeles is now 2-2 through four games for the first time in the Sean McVay era.

What distinguishes the Rams-49ers rivalry is the physicality of the games, and San Francisco wanted to send an early-season message on Monday night.

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams 24-9 and have now won seven-straight regular season games over their NFC West rivals.

Second-year safety Talanoa Hufanga had a coming out party for the San Francisco 49ers in front of the entire NFL Monday night against the Los Angeles Rams.

The San Francisco 49ers sacked Los Angeles Rams QB Matt Stafford four times and lead 14-6 at halftime of "Monday Night Football."

The fan with the pink smoke bomb probably did not expect to get leveled by an NFL linebacker.

[Seattle Seahawks](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/SEA/seattle-seahawks/) legend, is in his first season with the Rams. [pic.twitter.com/nkDbzhSwcr] [October 4, 2022] And sometimes, they will turn their focus to the fans interrupting their game.

Despite the San Francisco 49ers controlling the contest Monday night against the Los Angeles Rams, the game remained a one-possession game with under seven ...

See what Kyle Shanahan, Jimmy Garoppolo, Talanoa Hufanga, Fred Warner, Deebo Samuel and Nick Bosa had to say following their Week 4 matchup.

Deebo Samuel and the 49ers' defense were dominant in the team's Week 4 win over the Rams on Monday Night Football.

But, again, the 49ers recovered it to avoid a giveaway. The Rams’ Riley Dixon, in comparison, had a 48.8 net average. The Rams put together long drives that lasted 14, 10, 16 and 13 plays. And they are the only team without a loss within the division. Kupp had 14 receptions for 122 yards. Now, onto the grades . To keep them out of the end zone was great.” Stafford targeted Kupp on 19 passes. Grade: A “I was real happy overall for our whole team,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said. “Hell, yeah,” Garoppolo said. Now, the 49ers are one of four teams in the NFC West with a record of 2-2.

After recording two sacks against the Rams, Bosa is now the sack leader in the NFL with six and is one of only three players in the league to record at least ...

This one is a bit bittersweet to talk about, as getting to watch Ryans's defense week in and week out is probably my favorite part about covering the San Francisco 49ers. Through four games, this defense is surrendering just 9.25 points and 234.5 yards per game, both of which lead the NFL. The 49ers' defense stifled the Rams' passing attack on Monday night, holding Los Angeles to a paltry 3.6 yards per attempt. And wouldn't you know it right on queue, Garoppolo delivered exactly the kind of performance that he seemingly does every time he takes the field against the Rams? It appears Bosa took last season's All-Pro snub personally, as he has come out of the gates playing as well as anyone in the NFL through the first four games of the season. The 49ers have won seven of their last eight meetings with the Rams and have outscored Los Angeles 55-19 in their previous two meetings at Levi's Stadium. The last time the Rams won a regular-season meeting against the 49ers was December 30th, 2018. Samuel's numbers against the Rams are exceptional, particularly since Aaron Donald's famous postgame press conference where he responded, "Who's that?" The next closest player is Micah Parsons, with 22. [49ers](https://www.ninersnation.com/) have had a bounce-back game on national television at the expense of their division rival to the south. And the pattern tells us that when these two teams are near evenly matched from a talent standpoint, the 49ers are more than likely going to steamroll them. [NFC Championship](https://www.sbnation.com/nfc-championship-game) game canceling the recent stretch of dominance.

An NFC West battle wraps up week 4 on MNF this evening.

CHARLOTTE – The Carolina Panthers will wrap up a three-week home stand this Sunday, looking to get back on track after a loss to the Arizona Cardinals ...

The 49ers fare better in the run game, ranked ninth in the league with 135.3 rush yards per game on an average of 30 carries. [Talanoa Hufanga](https://www.49ers.com/team/players-roster/talanoa-hufanga/), who is having a breakout season with two early interceptions (including his first career pick-six against Stafford) through the first four weeks. Samuel is San Francisco's second-most productive runner, averaging 28.3 yards per game on 19 attempts. Samuel had his most productive game this season in Week 4 against the Rams, catching six of his seven targets for 115 yards and a touchdown. San Francisco comes into Week 5 with the NFL's 26th-ranked passing offense, averaging 189.3 pass yards per game on an average of 27 attempts per game. They've allowed a league-low two passing touchdowns all season and are second in pass defense, allowing 161 yards per game. San Francisco brings the league's best scoring defense to Carolina, allowing opponents 46 total points across its first four games. He emerged as a physical receiver with the ability to line up as a running back, setting the league's record for most rushing touchdowns as a receiver at eight last year. Hufanga is tied for the second-most tackles on San Francisco's roster with 25, behind a pair of linebackers in [Dre Greenlaw](https://www.49ers.com/team/players-roster/dre-greenlaw/) (38) and [Fred Warner](https://www.49ers.com/team/players-roster/fred-warner/) (25). [Jeff Wilson Jr.](https://www.49ers.com/team/players-roster/jeff-wilson/) is averaging 63.8 yards per game with a touchdown, leading the 49ers rushing attack with a team-leading 57 carries on the year. Samuel finished a first-team All-Pro season with his first Pro Bowl appearance last year. kickoff at Bank of America Stadium following their most dominant performance of the season.

By now, you (and about five million other people) have seen the video of Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner blowing up a smoke-bomb toting field ...

What you may not have seen, however, is the angle from the Rams sideline, which shows a member of the 49ers staff in hot pursuit before pulling up with what looked like a nasty non-contact leg injury. T&Ps for Mike, “a king of kings” in Kittle's words. By now, you (and about five million other people) have seen the video of Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner blowing up a smoke-bomb toting field invader during Monday Night Football.

Game days at Levi's Stadium are fun — but also expensive! — so watching the Niners at home with friends and family is always a great call.

San Francisco 49ers lose their second starting left tackle in as many weeks, as Colton McKivitz suffered an MCL sprain in his knee and is expected to miss ...