Matthew Stafford led the Los Angeles Rams to a commanding 27-9 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in an NFC wild-card playoff, played at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Stafford threw two touchdown passes while the Rams' defense recorded a record-tying nine sacks on Viking quarterback Sam Darnold, who struggled in his first playoff appearance. Rookie Jared Verse scored a touchdown by returning a fumble 57 yards, helping the Rams build a comfortable lead.

The game, relocated due to wildfires in Southern California, saw the Rams take control early, establishing a 10-0 lead by the end of the first quarter. Darnold's performance was marred by five first-half sacks and an interception, leaving Minnesota’s hopes of securing the NFC's top seed in jeopardy.