Los Angeles Rams vs. Carolina Panthers Live Score and Stats
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Key Points:
- Matthew Stafford led a late 71-yard drive with 2:38 remaining, throwing a game-winning 19-yard touchdown pass to Colby Parkinson to secure a 34-31 victory for the Los Angeles Rams over the Carolina Panthers in the NFL playoff opener.
- Stafford finished with 304 yards passing, three touchdowns, and one interception, while Puka Nacua contributed 10 receptions for 111 yards and two total touchdowns, helping the Rams advance to the divisional round.
- Carolina quarterback Bryce Young threw for 264 yards with a touchdown and ran for another, but the Panthers lost despite a strong comeback and a late touchdown that briefly gave them the lead.
- The Rams overcame early mistakes and defensive lapses, including a blocked punt
