Rams' disaster in Australia raises the question: Should the team have followed the 49ers there earlier?
Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams looked gassed in a 27-7 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Melbourne as their travel strategy faces scrutiny.
TL;DR
- The Los Angeles Rams lost to the San Francisco 49ers 27-7 in the NFL's first game in Australia.
- The Rams arrived in Melbourne less than two days before the game, while the 49ers had a full week to acclimate.
- Rams coach Sean McVay defended the team's travel plan, stating they felt like they were still on Los Angeles time.
- The 49ers consulted sleep experts and coaches to determine the best travel strategy for their roster.
- Matthew Stafford struggled throughout the game, throwing an interception and failing to convert a crucial fourth-and-goal situation.
- The Rams' defense also seemed to lose energy as the game progressed.
- New Rams acquisition Myles Garrett had no stats in his debut and appeared fatigued.