The Rams struggled initially, gaining only 24 yards and one first down on their first two drives but scored a touchdown on their third series with a 57-yard drive led by Matthew Stafford’s 41-yard pass to Puka Nacua and a 5-yard run by Kyren Williams. The 49ers responded with a 65-yard drive, converting three third downs with Mike Evans’ help, but settled for a 20-yard field goal by Eddy Piñeiro on fourth-and-goal from the 2. Rookie wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling of the 49ers injured his ankle but returned to the game after being initially questionable.
