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Gridiron Thrillers: Rams Stun 49ers in Overtime ThrillerGridiron Thrillers: Rams Stun 49ers in Overtime Thriller In a gripping overtime battle that showcased the intensity of the NFL’s NFC West rivalry, the Los Angeles Rams stunned their division rivals, the San Francisco 49ers, in a thrilling 31-28 victory. The game was a see-saw affair from the opening kickoff. The 49ers struck first with a touchdown pass from Trey Lance to George Kittle, but the Rams answered back with a touchdown run by Cam Akers. The teams traded scores throughout the first half, with the Rams holding a slim 17-14 lead at halftime. The second half was equally nail-biting. The 49ers took the lead early in the third quarter on a field goal, but the Rams regained it on a touchdown pass from Matthew Stafford to Cooper Kupp. The 49ers pulled ahead again on a touchdown run by Deebo Samuel, only for the Rams to tie it up with a field goal by Matt Gay. As the clock ticked down in regulation, the 49ers had a chance to win the game with a field goal, but Robbie Gould’s attempt sailed wide. The game went into overtime, where the Rams took possession and drove down the field. With just seconds remaining on the clock, Stafford connected with Kupp for a 20-yard touchdown pass, sending the Rams sideline into a frenzy. The 49ers had a final chance to tie the game, but Lance’s Hail Mary pass fell short. The victory was a major upset for the Rams, who entered the game as underdogs. It also snapped the 49ers’ three-game winning streak and gave the Rams a vital win in the NFC West race. For the Rams, Stafford threw for 302 yards and three touchdowns, while Kupp had 12 catches for 142 yards and two touchdowns. Akers added 74 rushing yards and a touchdown. For the 49ers, Lance threw for 249 yards and two touchdowns, while Samuel rushed for 74 yards and a touchdown and Kittle had 8 catches for 86 yards and a touchdown. The overtime thriller between the Rams and 49ers will go down as one of the most memorable games of the 2022 NFL season. It showcased the passion, intensity, and drama that makes the NFL one of the most captivating sports in the world.

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