Vikings at Rams
Los Angeles Rams 44, Minnesota Vikings 34 · Next Gen Dynasty
Final Score
Vikings 34 3 TD · 2 FG · 4 XP
Rams 44 5 TD · 3 FG · 5 XPMatthew Stafford 298 yds passingKyren Williams 76 yds rushingSam LaPorta 107 yds receivingKamren Kinchens 2 tkl defenseTotal yards 256 · 372Passing yards 151 · 291Rushing yards 105 · 81Completions 13/27 · 17/28Yards per carry 5.0 · 4.8Recap
Franchise Hub Beat · 11d ago
In an electrifying opening to the 2027 season, the Los Angeles Rams outlasted the Minnesota Vikings with a final score of 44-34. The victory not only sets the tone for the Rams' campaign but also gives them an early edge in the competitive NFC landscape. Both teams showcased their offensive firepower, but it was the Rams who ultimately came out on top.
Los Angeles quarterback Matthew Stafford was in peak form, throwing for 298 yards and four touchdowns, connecting effectively with his targets throughout the game. Sam LaPorta emerged as his primary weapon, racking up 107 receiving yards and providing crucial big plays. Kyren Williams added balance to the offense with a solid 76 rushing yards, contributing to the Rams’ dynamic attack.
Defensively, Kamren Kinchens made a pivotal impact with an interception that shifted momentum in favor of the Rams. While the Vikings' Isaiah Rodgers Sr led his team with four tackles, the lack of significant pressure on Stafford allowed the Rams to maintain control. The game turned decisively in the second half when Kinchens' interception set up a touchdown that pushed the Rams ahead, ultimately sealing their victory.
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vikings | ||||||
| Julian SayinQB | 13/27 | 48% | 151 | 1 | 2 | 46.9 |
Rams | ||||||
| Matthew StaffordQB | 17/28 | 61% | 298 | 4 | 1 | 121.7 |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vikings | |||||||
| Jordan MasonHB | 5 | 44 | 8.8 | 5 | 2 | 33 | 0 |
| Julian SayinQB | 4 | 38 | 9.5 | 2 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| Demond ClaiborneHB | 12 | 23 | 1.9 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
Rams | |||||||
| Kyren WilliamsHB | 16 | 76 | 4.8 | 20 | 1 | 36 | 0 |
| Blake CorumHB | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Sam LaPortaTE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vikings | |||||||
| Jeremiah SmithWR | 5 | 78 | 15.6 | 11 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| Justin JeffersonWR | 2 | 49 | 24.5 | 7 | 0 | 39 | 0 |
| T.J. HockensonTE | 1 | 15 | 15.0 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| Demond ClaiborneHB | 5 | 9 | 1.8 | 18 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
Rams | |||||||
| Sam LaPortaTE | 5 | 107 | 21.4 | 56 | 2 | 49 | 1 |
| Puka NacuaWR | 4 | 69 | 17.3 | 19 | 2 | 36 | 0 |
| Kyren WilliamsHB | 2 | 67 | 33.5 | 70 | 0 | 49 | 0 |
| Jordan WhittingtonWR | 5 | 41 | 8.2 | 19 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| Davante AdamsWR | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 10 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vikings | |||||
| Isaiah Rodgers SrCB | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jakobe ThomasSS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| James PierreCB | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Dallas TurnerLEDG | 2 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blake CashmanMIKE | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Caleb BanksDT | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalen RedmondDT | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Josh MetellusSS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Byron Murphy JrCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harrison SmithFS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Jake GoldayWILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Andrew Van GinkelREDG | 0 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Rams | |||||
| Kamren KinchensFS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kam CurlSS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Quentin LakeSS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Myles GarrettREDG | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Corey ThorntonCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jaylen WatsonCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Nate LandmanMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Kobie TurnerDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Trent McDuffieCB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Aaron DonaldDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
Vikings | |||
| Will ReichardK | 2/2 | 4 | 59 |
Rams | |||
| Nick FolkK | 3/3 | 5 | 50 |
