
Quarterback Matthew Stafford has played a key role in the Los Angeles Rams’ success since joining the team last season, and has shown to be particularly adept at getting his squad in a position to win early in their games. After completing seven of his seven attempts against the 49ers on the Rams’ first drive, he managed to put together what would have been a stellar performance had it not been for a late interception.
The team’s struggle to score points was a function of his second-half play, which left something to be desired. Stafford is still a high-level starter for Los Angeles, but will need to clean up some of the inefficiencies that have plagued him this year. Some might attribute his struggles in 2022 to a “Super Bowl hangover,” but it is unclear if last season’s accomplishments are playing any factor in his current situation.