Kyren Williams scores twice late as Rams rally past Eagles 24-20
Kyren Williams ran for two touchdowns in the final four minutes as the Los Angeles Rams came back from 10 points down in the fourth quarter to beat Philadelphia 24-20 on Sunday. The Eagles went 0-for-12 on third down. Rams pass rusher Byron Young had two sacks, including a strip.
The Los Angeles Rams found a way. Trailing the Philadelphia Eagles 20-10 in the fourth quarter, they scored twice late to win 24-20 on Sunday, the Rams' team site and AP reported.
Running back Kyren Williams scored both touchdowns in the final four minutes, the winner on a 7-yard run with 1:10 left. Matthew Stafford led both drives, and Williams finished with 80 rushing yards and 67 receiving yards. The Rams' defense made it possible, including a fourth-down stop at its own 2-yard line. Philadelphia went 0-for-12 on third down, a stunning number for one of the NFL's best offenses. Edge rusher Byron Young had two sacks, including one that knocked the ball loose.
For the Eagles, the loss raises questions. Philadelphia won the Super Bowl after the 2024 season, beating Kansas City, and it entered this year as a contender again. Struggles on third down point to problems in the passing game that coaches will need to fix quickly.
Williams has become one of the most dependable backs in the league. A fifth-round pick in 2022, he has topped 1,000 rushing yards in recent seasons and is a key part of the Rams' offense.
Some background: The Rams won the Super Bowl after the 2021 season and have remained a playoff team most years under McVay. The NFC West is crowded, so every win matters.
Highlights are on the NFL app and team channels. Both teams return to practice this week with an eye on Week 5.
What we know: The Rams won 24-20 after trailing by 10 at halftime.
What we don't: Whether Philadelphia's third-down troubles are a one-week slump.
Where outlets agree The Rams' team site and AP both report that Kyren Williams scored twice in the final four minutes as Los Angeles rallied from 10 points down in the fourth quarter to win 24-20.
Where they differ Rams fans credit a defense that kept Philadelphia scoreless after halftime, while Eagles backers blame their own 0-for-12 night on third down more than the opponent.