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Rams updates How to watch 49ers vs. Rams NFL Week 1 schedule In the NFL’s first-ever game in Australia, the San Francisco 49ers cruised over the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 with dominance on both sides of the ball. The story of the game was perhaps the 49ers’ defense, which held the Rams to just seven points, which is fewer than any output the Rams produced in 2025. San Francisco forced two turnovers, one Matthew Stafford interception and another Tyler Higbee fumble, and executed a turnover-on-downs on 4th-and-short at the goal line.
On offense, new addition Mike Evans made an immediate impact as Brock Purdy found him several times on third down, including once in the end zone. That was also just one of three Purdy scores, as he also found DeMarcus Robinson and Deebo Samuel for touchdowns in the game.
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The Rams head home following a disappointing effort as their strategy to arrive in Australia less than two days before the game backfired. Stafford was off, failing to throw for a touchdown, while the new-look defense had holes that the Niners exploited. Myles Garrett in particular was noticeably quiet, as he didn’t produce a sack or a QB hit in the game. Garrett seemed to be dealing with conditioning issues while also managing a lower-body injury, which sidelined him for some of training camp. The win is a big divisional outcome for San Francisco, which takes an early edge on the Rams in the race for the NFC West.
The two teams will meet again in December, with the 49ers hosting that game in Santa Clara. The Sporting News tracked live scores, updates and highlights from 49ers vs. Rams in Week 1 of the 2026 season. Here are the full updates from Melbourne, Australia. NFL HQ: Live NFL scores | Updated NFL standings | Full NFL schedule
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Rams final score 49ers vs. Rams results from 2026 NFL Australia game All times Eastern
Final: 49ers 27, Rams 7 11:24 p.m.: Los Angeles does indeed run out the clock to ensure a 49ers victory. 11:16 p.m.: The Rams have taken Stafford out of this game, so Stetson Bennett will take over as Los Angeles seems ready to head home. 11:15 p.m.: Pineiro’s field goal attempt clanks off the upright, keeping the lead at 20 points. 11:10 p.m.: While San Francisco is able to drain some clock here, the Rams defense makes a stop to force a fourth down.
11:04 p.m.: The 49ers defense holds firm again on fourth down, forcing another Stafford incomplete pass to get the ball back. 11:01 p.m.: The Rams get the ball back needing to score quickly to try and come back.
Stafford finds Davante Adams for the first down to get things going. 49ers 27, Rams 7 10:57 p.m.: FIELD GOAL!
Despite failing to get a first down, Pineiro nails a long field goal to extend the lead. 10:52 p.m.: FUMBLE!
Fred Warner forces Tyler Higbee to fumble, making it a second turnover of the game for the Rams. — NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 10:51 p.m.: On 3rd-and-19, the 49ers are called for pass interference to give the Rams a lifeline on this drive. 49ers 24, Rams 7 10:44 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN!
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Purdy concludes the 99-yard drive with a strike to Deebo Samuel for another score. — NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 End of third quarter: 49ers 17, Rams 7 10:39 p.m.: Purdy scrambles for a first down and more as the third quarter comes to an end. 10:35 p.m.: Purdy is able to get a completion from his own end zone to get the drive started and get out of danger. 10:31 p.m.: Stafford’s sneak is stuffed, and the 49ers come up with a huge fourth-down stop.
10:30 p.m.: Stafford finds Nacua again, but he is ruled just short of a touchdown, forcing the Rams to go for it on fourth down. 10:26 p.m.: Stafford’s throw to Nacua goes for a chunk play to get the Rams back in the red zone.
10:24 p.m.: The Rams convert a third-and-short to keep the chains moving as they look to chip away at this deficit.
49ers 17, Rams 7 10:17 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Purdy goes to Evans in the end zone to take a two-possession lead, finishing a strong Niners drive. — NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 10:13 p.m.: Two big Christian McCaffrey runs have San Francisco down in the red zone already.
10:11 p.m.: The second half begins with a huge Deebo Samuel run to midfield, giving the 49ers great field position. 10:07 p.m.: During halftime, the Jonas Brothers performed a set in front of the Melbourne faithful. 49ers 10, Rams 7 9:54 p.m.: Rams will take the knee to end the half down three. 9:53 p.m.: Facing another third down, Purdy’s throw to Evans falls incomplete, as Evans produces a rare drop. Niners will punt with under 30 seconds left in the half.
9:49 p.m.: The Rams pressure Purdy but are called for unnecessary roughness, which could kickstart this 49ers drive.
9:46 p.m.: Stribling was carted to the locker room, a bad sign for his status. 9:43 p.m.: Another Rams drive stalls as a holding penalty pushes the offense back, then Stafford throws two more incomplete passes. 49ers 10, Rams 7 9:36 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN! Purdy goes deep to DeMarcus Robinson, who hauls in the pass in the end zone for six. — NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 9:33 p.m.: Another 49ers third down goes to Evans, who makes the catch to keep the drive alive. 9:30 p.m.: Kaelon Black has been involved early as the 49ers seem to be easing McCaffrey into the game. Meanwhile, De’Zhaun Stribling is down with an injury.
9:24 p.m.: INTERCEPTION! Stafford forces a pass down the field on third down, as Renardo Green gets the turnover. — NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 9:22 p.m.: Both Kyren Williams and Blake Corum are finding space to run the ball against the 49ers defense. Rams are back in San Francisco territory. 9:17 p.m.: INTERCEPTION!
Purdy is picked by Quentin Lake while trying to get the ball to Kittle. — NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 9:14 p.m.: Mike Evans once again provides a safety net for Purdy on third down to help move the chains. Rams 7, 49ers 3 9:10 p.m.: TOUCHDOWN! The first play of the second quarter is a Kyren Williams score to give the Rams the lead.
— NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 End of first quarter: 49ers 3, Rams 0 9:06 p.m.: The first big play of the game comes courtesy of Puka Nacua, who takes a Stafford pass down inside the 10-yard line. — NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 9:02 p.m.: The Rams defense has a much better showing on the second drive, as Christian McCaffrey can’t haul in a pass on third down. 8:57 p.m.: After getting a first down, the Rams drive stalls as Matthew Stafford throws two incomplete passes.
49ers 3, Rams 0 8:49 p.m.: FIELD GOAL! The 49ers can’t Bioreports the ball in from the two-yard line, but Eddy Pineiro’s field goal gets points on the board. 8:46 p.m.: Purdy is spreading the ball around early, finding Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, Kaelon Black and Evans all on this drive as San Francisco is now in field-goal range. 8:42 p.m.: Purdy finds Mike Evans for the first down, marking Evans’ first catch as a 49er.
— NFL (@NFL) September 11, 2026 8:39 p.m.: The 49ers defense makes an early statement by forcing a quick three-and-out to begin the game. 8:37 p.m.: We are underway in Melbourne! The Rams will get the ball to begin the game. 8:34 p.m.: Now that both national anthems have been performed, we are moments away from kickoff.
8:18 p.m.: We will get our first look at Myles Garrett in a Rams uniform in this game after breaking the single-season sacks record last year. 😈 pic.twitter.com/O4THet0urU
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) September 11, 2026 8:05 p.m.: After a year away from the team, Deebo Samuel is back to add some experience to the 49ers’ offense. Welcome back, Deebo 🥹@usbank pic.twitter.com/e2AgYmtqI8
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) September 11, 2026 7:41 p.m.: As for the 49ers, no notable inactives as every key member of the current 53-man roster seems ready to go.
#49ers inactives vs. Rams:
QB Kurtis Rourke (3rd QB)
CB Ephesians Prysock
RB Jordan James
WR Jordan Watkins
LB Tatum Bethune
OT Enrique Cruz
— Nick Wagoner (@nwagoner) September 10, 2026 7:37 p.m.: Here are the inactives for the Rams, with first-round rookie Ty Simpson seemingly serving as the third-string QB. — Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) September 10, 2026 7:25 p.m.: While the Rams are the designated home team, it is expected that the 49ers will have a bigger crowd contingent in the stands. Best fans in the world 🌎 pic.twitter.com/ZKWsl2pljb
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) September 10, 2026 6:50 p.m.: George Kittle is expected to play tonight despite suffering an Achilles injury just eight months ago. George Kittle takes the Melbourne Cricket Ground field pic.twitter.com/MuJeHqAvAV
— David Lombardi (@LombardiHimself) September 10, 2026 6:25 p.m.: The Rams will be wearing their home blue jerseys during this game, as they are technically the home team. So fresh, so clean.
🧼 pic.twitter.com/4jVgVTb4Eu
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) September 10, 2026 6:05 p.m.: 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy enters the game after just playing in nine games last year, but still produced 20 passing touchdowns on the season. QB1 rolling in 🫡@LEVIS pic.twitter.com/0uOLJl1Roy
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) September 10, 2026 5:45 p.m.: Here’s a look at how the stadium is set up for tonight’s game. Melbourne Cricket Ground is built to host a variety sports, like cricket and rugby, making it a seamless transition to football.
We’re ready for ya, Melbs. 🤝 pic.twitter.com/pVx3CiNTUB
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) September 10, 2026 MORE RAMS-49ERS NEWS:
Brock Purdy’s 3 TDs lead 49ers past Rams in Melbourne Matthew Stafford’s clunker and more in 49ers vs. Rams overreactions How Myles Garrett was silenced by Trent Williams in Rams debut Best reviews from Jonas Brothers halftime show in Australia Latest injury updates on 49ers rookie De’Zhaun Stribling How to watch 49ers vs. Rams 49ers vs. Rams start time Date: Thursday, Sept. 10 Time: 8:35 p.m.
ET The 49ers vs. Rams Week 1 game will kick off at 8:35 p.m.
ET on Thursday, September 10. However, the game will be played on Friday, September 11 locally in Australia, with a kickoff time of 10:35 a.m. local time.
49ers vs. Rams TV channel TV channel: NBC (Los Angeles and San Francisco) Live stream: Netflix, DIRECTV Netflix will be broadcasting the 49ers-Rams game exclusively in Week 1 with Noah Eagle and Luke Kuechly on the call. It is one of five games that Netflix has in the 2026 NFL schedule. Fans in local San Francisco and Los Angeles markets can view the game on their local NBC stations or live stream the game using DIRECTV.
NFL Week 1 schedule Wednesday, Sept. 9 Game Time (ET) Watch Patriots vs. Seahawks 8:20 p.m. NBC Thursday, Sept. 10 Game Time (ET) Watch 49ers vs.
Rams* 8:35 p.m. Netflix *in Melbourne, Australia
Sunday, Sept.
13 Game Time (ET) Watch Bengals vs. Buccaneers 1 p.m. . Lions vs.
Saints 1 p.m. . Steelers vs.
Falcons 1 p.m. . Panthers vs. Bears 1 p.m. . Titans vs. Jets 1 p.m. CBS Colts vs.
Ravens 1 p.m. CBS Jaguars vs. Browns 1 p.m. CBS Texans vs. Bills 1 p.m.
CBS Vikings vs. Packers 4:25 p.m. CBS Chargers vs.
Cardinals 4:25 p.m. CBS Raiders vs. Dolphins 4:25 p.m.
. Eagles vs. Commanders 4:25 p.m. . Giants vs. Cowboys 8:20 p.m. NBC Monday, Sept. 14 Game Time (ET) Watch Chiefs vs.
Broncos 8:15 p.m. ABC, ESPN
