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Rams’ Week 7 win over Raiders was major statement that LA is still a Super Bowl contender

The Los Angeles Rams badly needed a statement win. Well, they delivered one in emphatic fashion. After a frustrating stretch of close defeats, Sean McVay’s team dismantled the Las Vegas Raiders, 35-21, on Sunday. Matthew Stafford looked sharp, the running…

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 7:10 AM
Rams’ Week 7 win over Raiders was major statement that LA is still a Super Bowl contender
Key Things to Know
  • ClutchPoints argues that the Rams proved they remain Super Bowl contenders by defeating the Raiders 35-21.
  • Matthew Stafford threw three touchdowns to become the Rams' all-time passing touchdown leader with 155.
  • Davis Allen caught two touchdown passes and Puka Nacua added another while playing without Davante Adams.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Enzo Flojo of ClutchPoints argues that the Los Angeles Rams remain legitimate Super Bowl contenders following a dominant 35-21 road victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Despite entering Week 7 on consecutive losses, Sean McVay's squad surged to a 28-6 halftime lead behind four straight touchdown drives to improve to a 3-4 record.

Quarterback Matthew Stafford completed 23 of 29 passes for 195 yards and three touchdowns, becoming the franchise's all-time passing touchdown leader with 155. Playing without Davante Adams, the Rams relied on Davis Allen's two scoring catches alongside 192 combined rushing yards and two scores from Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, while holding Las Vegas to just 48 rushing yards.

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