The Los Angeles Rams are poised to be absolute juggernauts in the 2026 season of the NFL. Hence, it’s vital for them to start the season on their right foot against divisional rivals San Francisco 49ers with the caveat that the game is in Australia.
The city and stadium where this game will be played is incredible. However, it’s a Week 1 game, so while this is a divisional rivalry, it’s still just the beginning of the season. There will be chances to either improve or keep that level.
Of course, the Rams are the most favored team to get a Super Bowl win. Hence, they face a very tough situation in the fact that if they win, they are supposed to do it. If they lose, then doubts come over the team.
What happens if Rams win vs 49ers?
If the Rams win, they get a good start to the season at 1-0. They’d tie the Seattle Seahawks with that record. However, the Rams would be winning a divisional game so the tiebreaker would put them as first in the NFC West. The 49ers would fall into a 0-1 record, which puts them at a huge disadvantage given that two divisional rivals would have a better record already.
What happens if Rams and 49ers tie?
If the Rams somehow tie against the 49ers after an overtime quarter, then they would get a 0-0-1 record. However, it must be said that draws are highly unlikely in the NFL.
What happens if Rams lose vs 49ers?
While it would be a bad way to start the season, it’s not the end of the world if the Rams start the season 0-1. However, losing a divisional game could cost them due to the tiebreakers, if it so happens that the both teams end with a similar record.
For the 49ers, it would be a statement win. Shanahan and McVay have quite the rivalry, but McVay is in a much more stable situation. Hence, a win for the 49ers would serve as an announcement to the NFL that they will fight. Also, they’d end up as first in the NFC West due to tiebreakers over the Seahawks.
