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The Chargers fell to the Rams by the score of 23-22 on Saturday night at SoFi Stadium. Here's a game recap from the Chargers third preseason game: The Chargers trailed by two points a few minutes into the fourth quarter. Then 'The Grimm Reaper' showed up.
Bennett actually registered a higher passer rating when pressured (149.1) than when not pressured (97.0), according to Pro Football Focus (PFF). He completed seven of nine passes for 98 yards and a touchdown, taking one sack, exhibiting the sort of growth that the Rams have been praising him for all offseason by delivering in a hostile environment.
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston suffered a concussion on a hard hit from a Los Angeles Rams defensive back on Saturday.
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Rams Wire on MSNRams vs. Chargers: Odds and final score prediction for preseason Week 2
The Rams don’t put much stock in the preseason but they do use it to give their backups an opportunity to compete and showcase their talent before final roster cuts. That’s mostly what this game will be about for them, whereas the Chargers are using it more for regular-season prep by playing some of their starters.
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USA TODAY Touchdown Wire on MSNRams snap counts: How much was each player on the field vs. Chargers?
The Rams gave Brennan Jackson a long look with a team-high 43 snaps, which may not necessarily be a good sign. He did play well, though. Keir Thomas’ playing time was limited to 17 snaps as he tries to make the team for Week 1. Nick Hampton played 28 snaps.
Not every Rams fan put it quite so forcefully. Bob Gerard said he moved to L.A. from Chicago and hitched onto the Rams when they returned in 2016. The 58-year-old, who donned a Puka Nacua jersey, joked that he’s fine letting the Chargers crash at SoFi — so long as the arrangement isn’t mistaken.
The Rams social media team has some fun at Jim Harbaugh’s expense after their preseason victory over the Chargers on Saturday night.
The Los Angeles Rams overcame mistakes, miscues, and distractions to steal victory from the jaws of defeat on Saturday night. In a 23-22 victory, several Rams made statements on the field of SoFi Stadium. Here are five observations from the contest.