Rams Honor Firefighters After Playoff Victory

The Los Angeles Rams secured a 27-9 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in the Wild Card Round, but the win came amidst devastating wildfires affecting the city. Quarterback Matthew Stafford dedicated the victory to the people of Los Angeles, expressing pride in the team's resilience and acknowledging the struggles faced by the community. The playoff game was relocated from SoFi Stadium to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for safety reasons due to the wildfires, which have scorched over 62 square miles and claimed at least 24 lives. To honor the firefighters battling these blazes, the Rams wore apparel featuring the Los Angeles Fire Department's initials and will donate proceeds from merchandise sales to support local relief efforts. Stafford also paid tribute by wearing a Los Angeles City Fire Department hoodie to the game. The Rams will next face the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Divisional Round.