The Los Angeles Rams defeated the New York Giants 28-6 on Monday night at SoFi Stadium, with Matthew Stafford throwing four touchdown passes and Davante Adams turning eight catches into 195 yards and two scores in a steady Week 2 performance.
Los Angeles scored exactly seven points in every quarter, building a 14-3 halftime lead before continuing to separate after the break. The Giants answered with three points in both the second and third quarters, but they could not generate the sustained offense needed to keep pace with Stafford and a Rams passing game that consistently found room downfield.
The Rams opened the game with a 7-0 first-quarter advantage, then extended the margin to 14-3 by halftime. New York trimmed nothing from the deficit in the third quarter, as both teams scored seven points, leaving Los Angeles ahead 21-6 entering the final 15 minutes. The Rams added one more touchdown in the fourth to complete the 28-6 final and close out a wire-to-wire home victory.
Key Performers
Matthew Stafford delivered the game’s defining quarterback performance, finishing 22/31 for 327 yards, four touchdowns and one interception. Stafford averaged more than 10 yards per attempt, an indication of how effectively Los Angeles created explosive opportunities rather than relying solely on a methodical short-area attack. Even with the interception, his four scoring throws gave the Rams a comfortable margin throughout the night.
Davante Adams was Stafford’s premier target. Adams posted eight receptions for 195 yards and two touchdowns, producing nearly 200 yards on just eight catches. His 24.4 yards per reception underscored the big-play element he brought to the Rams offense, and his two touchdown catches accounted for half of Stafford’s scoring passes.
Kyren Williams supplied balance on the ground with 12 carries for 85 yards. While Los Angeles leaned on Stafford’s arm to create its largest gains, Williams averaged 7.1 yards per carry and kept the Giants defense from focusing exclusively on the passing game. That complementary production helped the Rams maintain control of the game script in the second half.
NerdSports Stat: The Rams scored seven points in all four quarters, becoming the rare offense to post an identical 28-point scoring distribution across a full regulation game.
For the Giants, the result was less about one dramatic collapse than an inability to turn their limited scoring opportunities into enough points. New York had just six total points through four quarters and never produced the touchdown surge needed to threaten the Rams late. The Rams defense did its part by limiting the visitors to three points in each of the middle quarters and blanking them in the first and fourth.
Los Angeles moves to 1-1 after splitting its first two games, while New York also leaves Week 2 at 1-1 but falls to 0-1 on the road. The Rams will look to build on this efficient home showing when they host the Denver Broncos on Sunday, September 27, at 5:20 PM PDT. The Giants return home to face the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, September 27, at 10:00 AM PDT, with both teams looking to gain early traction in the regular-season playoff picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Los Angeles Rams defeated New York Giants 28-6 on September 21, 2026.
Matthew Stafford threw for 327 yards and 4 touchdowns.
No. The Rams won 28-6 in regulation.
Los Angeles Rams is now 1-1; New York Giants is 1-1.
The Los Angeles Rams play the Denver Broncos on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 5:20 PM PDT.
