The Rams rally to a 35-21 win over the Raiders, posting their highest point total of the season thanks to a breakout rushing performance. Blake Corum leads the offense with an 87.4 PFF grade, rushing 17 times for 93 yards and a touchdown, while Kyren Williams adds 99 yards, a TD and a fumble. Puka Nacua shines with an 86.8 grade, catching 8 of 10 targets for 68 yards and a score despite Davante Adams’ injury. On defense, CB Jaylen Watson tops the unit with a 90.5 grade, limiting the Raiders to two catches for 17 yards. The article breaks down snap counts, line play, and highlights that the Rams still have work to do for a playoff push.
Las Vegas Raiders DE Maxx Crosby cannot disappear in the way that he did against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season.
The article questions whether the Los Angeles Rams saw red flags before trading former first‑round pick Jared Verse, now with the Cleveland Browns. After 7 games in his third season, Verse has recorded zero sacks and relies heavily on a bull‑rush style, lacking a diverse move set and drawing criticism for his predictability. The piece weighs his stalled development against the Rams' draft investment and the potential financial risk of a $45M‑plus contract, suggesting Les Snead’s decision to move on may have been prudent, especially with Myles Garrett’s return looming.
The Los Angeles Rams dominate the Las Vegas Raiders 35-21 on Sunday night, improving to 3-4 while the Raiders fall to the same record. Quarterback Matthew Stafford throws for 195 yards, three touchdowns and an interception, and Puka Nacua catches eight passes for 68 yards and a score despite a calf injury. The Rams build a 28-6 halftime lead with 148 passing yards and 103 rushing yards, highlighted by Kyren Williams' 17-yard TD run. Raiders rookie coach Klint Kubiak laments the slow start, though late‑game scores from Tre Tucker, Nakobe Dean and Ashton Jeanty spark a brief rally. Kick returner Dylan Laube adds 78 return yards for Las Vegas.
The Los Angeles Rams must win both remaining games before the November 10 trade deadline to keep playoff hopes alive. After a 35-21 victory over the Raiders, they face a winless 0-6 Chargers and a struggling 1-4-1 Commanders, teams whose combined 3-15-1 record offers little margin for error. Sitting 3-4, the Rams trail the 4-3 Packers, Seahawks and Falcons for the final NFC spots, and a loss could trigger a fire‑sale of stars like Matthew Stafford and Myles Garrett for future draft assets. Both the Rams and Chargers treat the upcoming clash as a de facto Super Bowl of 2026.
After a fourth straight loss—including a 35-15 defeat to the Rams that dropped the Raiders to 3-4—quarterback Kirk Cousins publicly challenged head coach Klint Kubiak to bench him in favor of rookie first‑overall pick Fernando Mendoza. Cousins, who threw for 295 yards and two touchdowns in the loss, said on X, "If I’m not the best option, I don’t want to be out there," fueling calls from fans and analysts to spark a quarterback change before the upcoming Jets matchup. Kubiak defended staying with the veteran, but acknowledges the team must re‑evaluate its red‑zone and defensive woes.
The New York Jets are expected to fire Aaron Glenn after a 5‑19 start and will search for a new head coach for the 2027 season. Sportsnaut highlights five top candidates: veteran Bills coach Sean McDermott, whose defensive expertise could lift the Jets; 30‑year‑old Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, praised for play‑calling and a top‑10 offense; former Steelers head coach and NBC analyst Mike Tomlin, a culture‑builder with ample cap space and three first‑round picks; and Rams offensive coordinator Nate Scheelhaase, a rising offensive mind despite lacking NFL play‑calling experience. The article weighs each candidate’s track record and fit with New York’s talent pool, including stars like Breece Hall and Garrett Wilson.
The Los Angeles Rams beat the Las Vegas Raiders 35-21 Sunday at Allegiant Stadium, scoring 21 points in the second quarter to put the game away early.
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Mike McDaniel remains the Los Angeles Chargers' offensive coordinator as the team heads into Week Eight and prepares for a matchup with the Rams. Despite a 0‑6 start, the Chargers have not made a coaching change, though McDaniel must deliver noticeable offensive improvements post‑bye. The article links to analyses of the Chargers' bye‑week plans, highlights Chris O’Leary’s emergence, and notes broader NFL news such as Aaron Rodgers climbing the all‑time TD list.
The 49ers’ NFC West lead narrows to two games after a 29‑20 defeat at Atlanta, plagued by three turnovers, a missed extra point and costly penalties. Seattle rebounds, beating the Kansas City Chiefs 20‑3 on Sunday Night Football behind Sam Darnold’s 257 passing yards and Emanuel Wilson’s first 100‑yard rushing effort, though injuries to Rashid Shaheed, Velus Jones Jr. and Charles Cross loom. In Arizona, the Cardinals fall 30‑16 to Denver despite Larry Fitzgerald’s Ring of Honor ceremony, struggling red‑zone 1‑for‑5. Los Angeles climbs to third place with a 35‑21 win over Las Vegas, highlighted by Matthew Stafford’s three first‑half TD passes and Kyren Williams’ rushing score. All three teams improve while San Francisco heads into a bye needing health and consistency.
Josh Allen has propelled the Buffalo Bills to a 4-1 start, tallying 15 touchdowns while also committing five turnovers in the first quarter of the 2026 season. The article examines the "double‑standard" debate: rival QBs are often criticized for mistakes, yet Allen’s dual‑threat play earns praise despite costly interceptions and fumbles, such as the two picks and a fumble in the Week 3 win over the Chargers and the game‑sealing pick in a 29‑26 loss to the Patriots. His improvisational brilliance—shown in a 37‑34 overtime comeback over the Rams with 331 yards and two TDs—makes him a nightmare for defenses, but the same aggression can jeopardize victories. The piece questions whether Allen’s superstar status shields him from harsher scrutiny and argues he must simply protect the ball more often.
Matthew Stafford eclipses Roman Gabriel to become the Los Angeles Rams’ all‑time leader in passing touchdowns, tallying 155 TD passes after a three‑TD performance in a 35‑21 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Oct. 25, 2026. The milestone also makes Stafford the first quarterback to hold career touchdown‑pass records for two franchises, adding to his Detroit Lions record of 282 TDs. The Rams, now 3‑4, look to build momentum heading into Week 8 against the winless Chargers.
Positives and negatives from the Las Vegas Raiders' bleak loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season.
An Hogs Haven analysis of the 2025 NFL regular season links eight offensive tactics to scoring, wins and quarterback injuries. Teams use motion (average 54%), shotgun (65% overall, 87% by Washington) and no‑huddle (mean 10%, but the Commanders outlier at 60%). Play‑action is rare, averaging 15.5% of plays (Rams highest at 21%). The study finds that higher shotgun and motion rates correlate with increased EPA and win probability, while excessive no‑huddle use shows a skewed impact. QB injury metrics (weeks out, run‑yard exposure) rise modestly with higher QB run‑yard totals. The full article provides detailed tables and methodological notes for readers who want to explore the statistical relationships.
After Week 7, the Cleveland Browns stay atop the AFC North and rise in the playoff race despite a gritty win over the Tennessee Titans, keeping their 2027 first‑round draft slot at 26th overall. Meanwhile, injury‑hit Los Angeles Rams fall to the 14th spot after a 3‑4 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. The draft order entering Week 8 shows the Rams at No. 14 and the Browns at No. 26, with the Chargers winless and the Vikings unbeaten.
The Las Vegas Raiders’ decision not to promote a practice‑squad running back ahead of their Week 7 matchup with the Los Angeles Rams suggests rookie Mike Washington Jr. may be cleared to play. Washington missed Thursday and Friday practice due to foot and back injuries, but coach Klint Kubiak called him a “game‑time decision” and expressed optimism. After a promising 43‑yard, nine‑carry performance against the Bills, Washington averages 4.9 yards per carry versus Ashton Jeanty’s 3.2, making his health crucial for the Raiders’ struggling ground game.
With Davante Adams out for 6–10 weeks after a hamstring rupture, the Los Angeles Rams face a receiver crunch ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline. Sportsnaut lists ten potential trade targets, from Hollywood Brown’s 587-yard, five‑TD season to Jauan Jennings’ 975 yards and strong blocking, veteran Keenan Allen’s six Pro Bowl selections, and former Pro Bowler Chris Godwin’s 1,000‑yard pedigree. Also in the mix are former first‑rounder Jerry Jeudy and other seasoned receivers who could fill the gap for Puka Nacua and Adams. The article weighs each player’s recent production, contract situation, and fit for Sean McVay’s offense, helping fans gauge the Rams’ next move.
Three-time Super Bowl champion Julian Edelman warns that the Los Angeles Rams are in trouble as they sit 2‑4 and fourth in the NFC West entering Week 7. Consecutive close losses to the Buffalo Bills (37‑34) and Arizona Cardinals (18‑16), injuries to key players like Davante Adams and a struggling Matthew Stafford have sparked concerns about offensive consistency and depth. With a tough road ahead against the 49ers, Seahawks and a competitive Raiders squad, head coach Sean McVay must adjust quickly or risk slipping further out of playoff contention.
The article debates whether Lions head coach Dan Campbell’s high‑risk play‑calling is justified after a dramatic Week 7 win over the Green Bay Packers. Highlights include a daring fourth‑and‑1 at Detroit’s own 24‑yard line that led to a stop, a missed Packers field goal, and a Jake Bates game‑winner. The piece cites Campbell’s own rationale—confidence in conversion and a quick ball return—and compares his risk‑taking to past bold moves, like fake punts against the Rams in 2021. While some argue a playoff‑ready roster should play it safer, the author concludes Campbell’s instincts align with analytics and remain a valuable asset.
The Los Angeles Rams delivered a statement win in Week 7, beating the Las Vegas Raiders 35-21 to revive Super Bowl chatter. Matthew Stafford threw for 195 yards, three TDs and became the franchise’s all‑time passing‑TD leader (155), while Davis Allen and Puka Nacua filled the void left by Davante Adams. The ground game, led by Kyren Williams and Blake Corum’s 192 combined rushing yards, helped build a 28‑6 halftime lead. Defensively, the Rams limited the Raiders to 48 rushing yards, though Kirk Cousins still passed for 295 yards. At 3‑4, the Rams must stay healthy and improve late‑game execution, but the performance shows they can still compete for a playoff spot.
After a Week 7 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, the Seattle Seahawks improve to 4‑3 and climb to second place in the NFC West behind the 49ers (6‑1). The 49ers’ 29‑20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons ends their unbeaten run, while the Rams (3‑4) and Cardinals (2‑5) also slip. Despite the win, Seattle remains outside the playoff picture, sitting eighth in the NFC and trailing the deep NFC North for a wild‑card spot. The article breaks down the updated West and conference standings and what the Seahawks must do to stay alive.
After a fourth straight loss, the Las Vegas Raiders face a pivotal decision. Kirk Cousins threw for 295 yards and two touchdowns against the Rams, but his completion rate has slipped below 60 percent in three of the last four games. Coach Klint Kubiak is being urged to start rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza – the former Indiana Hoosiers national‑champion who boasts strong accuracy, athleticism and leadership – in Week 8 versus the New York Jets. Fans and analysts argue that Mendoza could revitalize a struggling offense featuring Ashton Jeanty, Michael Mayer, Brock Bowers, Jalen Nailor and Tre Tucker, while Cousins may be relegated to a backup role.
The 49ers lost for the first time in Week 7, and wins by the Seahawks and Rams made matters worse. Here's how the NFC West standings have changed.
The 49ers drop their first game of the season but stay second in the NFC behind the 6‑0 Vikings, keeping the No. 1 seed within reach thanks to a head‑to‑head tiebreaker edge. After Week 7 the Niners sit 6‑1 overall and 3‑0 in the West, while Seattle sits 4‑3 and the Rams 3‑4. Across the conference, Minnesota leads at 6‑0, followed by New York (4‑2‑1) and Carolina (3‑3). The article notes the Vikings’ tough remaining slate, the Giants’ surprise surge under J.J. McCarthy, and the volatility of other contenders like the Seahawks, Rams and Falcons, underscoring how much still hangs in the balance.