Rams thump Cardinals to stay tied atop NFC West

Rams Dominate Cardinals 45-17 to Stay Tied for NFC West Lead

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Matthew Stafford threw for 281 yards and three touchdowns, while Puka Nacua and Blake Corum each scored twice as the Los Angeles Rams rolled past the Arizona Cardinals 45-17 on Sunday. With the victory, the Rams remain tied for the NFC West lead.

The Rams (10-3) overcame an early 7-0 deficit to score 35 unanswered points, bouncing back from last week’s turnover-filled loss to the Carolina Panthers. This win marked their seventh victory in eight games, keeping them atop the division alongside the Seattle Seahawks. The Rams hold a one-game lead over the San Francisco 49ers.

On the other side, the Cardinals (3-10) continued to struggle, dropping their fifth straight game and 10th in their last 11 contests after a promising 2-0 start to the season.

Rams Build Momentum Early

Although the Rams fell behind early, they quickly regained control. By halftime, Los Angeles had built a 24-10 lead, capped by a beautiful 28-yard touchdown pass from Stafford to Nacua. Nacua caught six passes for 136 yards in the first half alone.

In addition to Nacua’s score, the Rams also found the end zone on short runs by Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, each punching in a 2-yard touchdown run. Los Angeles amassed 306 yards in the first half and finished the game with a total of 530 yards.

Dominant Second Half Seals the Win

The Rams continued their offensive onslaught after halftime, extending their lead with a 6-yard touchdown pass from Stafford to tight end Colby Parkinson to make it 31-10.

Late in the third quarter, Nate Landman intercepted a pass from Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett, setting up a quick 31-yard touchdown from Stafford to Nacua, pushing the lead to 38-10.

On the very next drive, Corum showcased his speed and elusiveness, breaking free for a 48-yard touchdown run to increase the lead to 45-10.

Stafford completed 22 of 31 passes, while Nacua finished with 167 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Corum contributed 128 yards on the ground with two scores.

Cardinals’ Struggles Continue

The injury-hit Cardinals struck first, taking a 7-0 lead early after a crisp five-play, 67-yard drive capped by Brissett’s 19-yard touchdown pass to Michael Wilson. Wilson had an impressive game with 11 receptions for 142 yards and two touchdowns.

Brissett, starting in place of injured starter Kyler Murray for the eighth consecutive game, completed 25 of 44 passes for 271 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Tight end Trey McBride added five catches for 58 yards, extending his streak to 15 straight games with at least five receptions, tying the all-time record for a tight end previously set by Travis Kelce.

This loss marks another lopsided defeat for Arizona against a division rival, following a 44-22 loss to the Seahawks in Week 10 and a 41-22 loss to the 49ers in Week 11. The Rams have now won 15 of their last 18 meetings against the Cardinals.

Injuries

For the Rams, cornerback Darious Williams (tibia) was among five inactives on Sunday.

What’s Next?

Details on upcoming games and team schedules to be added.

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