On Monday night, the Rams provided a welcomed, albeit temporary escape for their fans who are dealing with the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Led by a dominant defensive effort, the Rams took a 24-3 halftime lead en route to a 27-9 win over the Vikings in the NFC wild-card round.

Matthew Stafford threw two touchdown passes and the Los Angeles Rams overwhelmed the Minnesota Vikings, sacking Sam Darnold an NFL playoff record-tying nine times to win 27-9 Monday night

The Los Angeles Rams' defense seemed to be starting practically from scratch when it began this season with a rookie coordinator and without retired superstar Aaron Donald. The Rams knew they would have to endure all of the mistakes and setbacks required to rebuild a once-solid unit.

The NFL's wildcard weekend concludes in the NFC - follow live text as the Minnesota Vikings face the Los Angeles Rams.

The Los Angeles Rams beat the Minnesota Vikings 27-9, and will face the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional Round. Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, and Kevin Wildes ask if the Rams can beat the Eagles.

PHILADELPHIA − The Eagles have two big advantages over their next opponent in the NFL Divisional Playoff round, the Los Angeles Rams. The No. 4 seed Rams beat the No. 5 Minnesota Vikings 27-9 on Monday night,

The Rams' defense mauled Sam Darnold, and Matthew Stafford was on target as L.A. advanced to the divisional round.