49ers rout Rams behind Purdy’s three TDs as NFL draws 100,000 to Melbourne
Summary
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in the first NFL regular-season game held in Australia. The game took place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground with over 100,000 fans watching, and Brock Purdy threw three touchdown passes to lead the 49ers to victory.Key Facts
- The game was the first NFL regular-season game played in Australia.
- Over 100,000 people attended the game at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
- Brock Purdy, the 49ers quarterback, threw three touchdown passes.
- The 49ers scored 27 points, while the Rams scored 7.
- Kyren Williams scored the first NFL touchdown ever in Australia for the Rams.
- The Rams’ defense struggled, and their star player, Matthew Stafford, was limited to 155 yards passing.
- The Rams arrived in Australia just two days before the game, while the 49ers arrived earlier to adjust to the local time.
- Myles Garrett, the Rams defensive star, had little impact due to injuries and limited preparation.
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