Rams’ Errors and Turnovers Lead to Defeat Against Panthers
In a tight contest on Sunday, November 29, 2025, the Los Angeles Rams faced a shocking 31-28 defeat against the Carolina Panthers. This loss dropped the Rams’ record to 9-3, causing them to lose their No. 1 seed in the NFC to the Chicago Bears, who have the same record but hold the tiebreaker due to a better conference performance.
Rams’ Errors and Turnovers Contribute to Loss
The Rams entered the game as 9½ point favorites, making their defeat one of the largest upsets in the NFL this season, according to ESPN Research. Outside linebacker Byron Young described the experience as “humbling,” stating, “I just feel like this is a wake-up call.” He emphasized the importance of learning from this loss to regain focus for upcoming games.
Key Player Performance
Quarterback Matthew Stafford, who was considered an MVP favorite, had a challenging game. He threw two interceptions and lost a fumble, marking the first time he had multiple turnovers since Week 17 of the 2021 season. Stafford acknowledged the need for improvement, stating, “Obviously we’re not going to win a whole lot of games when I turn it over three times.”
Game Highlights
- Final Score: Rams 28, Panthers 31
- Rams record after the game: 9-3
- Panthers’ notable upset status: 9½ point underdogs
- Key turnovers: Stafford’s three turnovers significantly impacted the game
Late-Game Situation
In the final moments, trailing by three points with just 2:34 left, the Rams had a chance to tie the game. Positioned at the Carolina 22-yard line, a delay of game penalty was followed by Stafford fumbling during a sack. This crucial turnover ended the Rams’ hopes of a comeback.
Wide receiver Davante Adams reflected on the collective effort, stating, “Nobody saved the day today and that’s why we ended up falling short.” The Rams will need to regroup and learn from this setback as they look to reclaim their standing in the NFC.
