A week after being blown out in a divisional game on the road, the Rams found themselves back against the wall again. This time, they kept it tight and finished strong for their first win of the season against another divisional opponent. The Rams trailed by 10 points in the fourth quarter and came away with the win, and several players played a part in that improbable comeback.

Wide receiver Tutu Atwell hauled in a 50-yard deep ball from Stafford to set up the tying score by running back Kyren Williams. McVay said it made him realize that Atwell “probably should have gotten other opportunities.” McVay also talked about trying to get Williams the ball more often, which he converted into 116 total yards and three touchdowns of production that “led to a good fantasy day, I’m sure for his owners.” And then rookie kicker Joshua Karty connected for the game-winning shot from 37 yards out.

McVay emphasized how proud he was of the group that persevered when things weren’t going well, and especially the players who took on different or larger roles due to injuries.

A number of Rams players who would normally be reserves stepped up when they were needed to complete a comeback victory that seemed impossible. They adapted to injury circumstances and took on larger roles to pull off a much-needed win. Stafford said it’s “a true testament to the guys in our locker room and the coaching staff. Safety Kamren Kinchens, Atwell, wide receiver Jordan Whittington and offensive lineman Logan Bruss are just a few of those guys.

Stafford said Atwell in particular had a huge impact with a number of “pivotal catches” in the final stretch. He acknowledged that “the NFL is an incredible business” and that they achieved victory by sticking to their core values ​​as a team, regardless of personnel.

Finally, Stafford said that “you just have to enjoy the good moments and figure out why they happened” so they can repeat the success.