SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Behind a franchise record-setting and historic performance by quarterback Matthew Stafford and timely turnovers created by their defense, the Rams (7-2) defeated the 49ers 42-26 on Sunday at Levi's Stadium.
The victory over San Francisco (6-4) extended Los Angeles' win streak to four games.
Stafford finished 24 of 36 for 280 yards and four touchdowns, became the first QB in franchise history to throw 4-plus touchdown passes in three straight regular season games, and also became the 7th QB in NFL history to accomplish the feat, joining Peyton Manning, Dan Marino, Tom Brady, Russell Wilson, Patrick Mahomes and Drew Brees.
Wide receiver Davante Adams had six receptions for 77 yards and one touchdown in the win; his receiving touchdown broke a tie with Tony Gonzalez for 8th-most all time. Wide receiver Puka Nacua added five catches for 64 yards and one touchdown as Stafford completed passes to eight different receivers.
On defense, inside linebacker Nate Landman recorded his third forced fumble of the season, and cornerback Emmanuel Forbes Jr. posted his second-straight game with an interception. Both set up touchdown-scoring drives by L.A's offense.
Here is the complete game recap, presented by Amazon Music:
The Rams took an early 7-0 lead via a 2-yard touchdown run by running back Kyren Williams at the end of an efficient opening drive.