Rams Win Over Vikings Amid Missed Call Controversy

The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Minnesota Vikings 30-20 in a controversial game marked by a missed face mask penalty on Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold. Late in the fourth quarter, Rams linebacker Byron Young grabbed Darnold's face mask, which should have resulted in a 15-yard penalty and an automatic first down. However, the referees failed to call the penalty, citing poor visibility of the incident, which led to a safety and effectively sealed the Rams' victory. The missed call provoked outrage from Vikings fans and criticism of NFL officiating. Despite the loss, Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell chose not to dwell on the missed call. This incident is a significant talking point given the implications it had on the game's outcome and the ongoing debate about the quality of NFL officiating.