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The NFC West is one of the most unpredictable divisions heading into the last four weeks of the season as all four teams are still vying for division supremacy. All the teams in the division are separated by two games, making each division game more paramount at this stage in the season.
The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers aren’t in a “must-win” situation, yet the loser of this “Thursday Night Football” slugfest can essentially eliminate the hope of winning the NFC West — and perhaps the playoffs altogether. There is no more room for error with either the Rams or 49ers, making this matchup one of of the most important of the season.
The Rams (7-6) are over. 500 for the first time all year, and are 6-2 since their bye week. They are one game behind the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC West. The 49ers (6-7) are two games back of the Seahawks and two back of the final wild-card spot, essentially making this matchup with the Rams a win they must have.
Below is a short preview of the “Thursday Night Football” showdown — and a prediction for the NFC West battle.
49ers vs. Rams where to watch
Date: Thursday, Dec, 12 | Time: 8:15 p.m. ETLocation: Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, California)Live stream: Prime VideoFollow: CBS Sports App Odds: 49ers -3, OU 49.5
49ers running back situation
The 49ers have been significantly bitten by the injury bug this season, but running back has been a flu that won’t go away. Christian McCaffrey was out the majority of the season, then returned for four games only to suffer a PCL injury that has put him back on injured reserve. Elijah Mitchell is on injured reserve with a hamstring injury, and hasn’t played a down this year. Jordan Mason is alo on injured reserve with an ankle injury.
Fourth-string running back Isaac Guerendo is day to day with a foot sprain and may not play against the Rams on a short week. Who is next for the 49ers if they…
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Author : Jeff Kerr
Publish date : 2024-12-12 13:17:00
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