Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Landman’s Late Punchout Seals Rams’ 14-9 Opener as Defense Stifles Texans

Los Angeles turns to a takeaway-driven identity as it evaluates week-to-week ankle sprains for starting guards.

Overview

  • Los Angeles held Houston to 265 yards and three field goals with a second-half shutout, limiting the Texans to 2-of-9 on third down.
  • Linebacker Nate Landman recorded 10 tackles and forced a late fumble on Dare Ogunbowale that Braden Fiske recovered to clinch the win.
  • Cobie Durant intercepted C.J. Stroud in the third quarter, and blitzing defensive back Jaylen McCollough notched a key 12-yard sack before halftime.
  • Sean McVay praised Landman’s practiced “punchout” technique and highlighted takeaways, resilience and mental toughness as the team’s emphasis.
  • McVay said guards Kevin Dotson and Steve Avila have sprained ankles and are week to week, while Puka Nacua returned after a forehead laceration and concussion evaluation.