Rams Roll Past Saints Behind Stafford’s Four-Touchdown Showcase
November 4, 2025
In a dominant display at SoFi Stadium, the Los Angeles Rams rolled past the New Orleans Saints 34-10 on Sunday, vaulting to a 6-2 record and staking their claim as one of the NFC’s serious contenders. Quarterback Matthew Stafford carved up the Saints’ defense, completing 24 of 32 passes for 281 yards and four touchdowns. The Saints, meanwhile, fell to 1-8 as second-round rookie Tyler Shough made his first NFL start, throwing 15 of 24 for 176 yards, one touchdown and one interception, but lacked support as New Orleans struggled to gain any traction offensively.
The Rams wasted no time seizing control. On their opening drive they went 12 plays for 88 yards, culminating in a 1‑yard touchdown pass from Matthew Stafford to tight end Tyler Higbee with 6:18 left in the quarter. That early score gave the Rams a 7‑0 lead and momentum they’d carry throughout the game. The Saints’ offense struggled to respond, and the Rams’ defense began to impose their will. Early in the second quarter, Stafford connected with Davante Adams on a 3‑yard touchdown pass to extend the lead to 13‑0. The Saints finally got on the board with a 39‑yard field goal from Blake Grupe to make it 13‑3. But the Rams answered right back, Stafford threw a 39‑yard touchdown to Puka Nacua, pushing the lead to 20‑3 with 6:25 left in the half. Just before halftime, the Saints executed a quick 71‑yard drive in 47 seconds, ending with an 11‑yard touchdown pass from rookie Tyler Shough to 6th year TE Juwan Johnson, his former teammate at Oregon in 2019, with 7 seconds remaining, closing the half at 20‑10. At the half the Rams had momentum, a double‑digit lead, and the Saints looked to be running out of answers.
Coming out of halftime the Rams struck again. They took the kickoff and executed a long, methodical drive (16 plays for 80 yards) that ended in a short touchdown to Davante Adams, giving them a 27‑10 lead. The defense meanwhile continued to suffocate the Saints, limiting them to minimal time of possession and few opportunities. The Saints’ hopes of mounting a comeback were fading as the Rams’ balanced attack and ball‑control strategy wore them down. Early in the fourth quarter, the Rams converted a forced fumble by the Saints into another score, Kyren Williams powered in on a 1‑yard touchdown run to make it 34‑10. From there the Saints did manage another touchdown later, but the game was effectively over. The Rams’ defense picked off Shough again late in the game, putting the dagger in any hope of a New Orleans comeback. By the final whistle the Rams had not only dominated the scoreboard but controlled the flow of the game from start to finish.
With this victory, the Rams not only extended their winning streak to three games but also sent a message to the rest of the NFC that they are a legitimate playoff contender. Stafford’s precise passing, combined with a balanced rushing attack from Kyren Williams and an outstanding performance from Puka Nacua, demonstrated that Los Angeles can dominate both through the air and on the ground. Their defense, meanwhile, showcased an ability to create turnovers and control the pace of the game, holding the Saints to minimal yardage and forcing Shough into mistakes that the Rams capitalized on. For New Orleans, the loss underscores the challenges facing a young and rebuilding roster, rookie quarterback Tyler Shough showed flashes of promise but lacked consistent support, while the running game and offensive line failed to provide the balance needed to keep the Rams off the field. As the season moves forward, Los Angeles looks poised to continue its push toward the playoffs, while the Saints must regroup and find answers if they hope to help their young quarterback succeed. The contrast between the two teams in this matchup highlights not only the Rams’ resurgence but also the depth of work still required for the Saints to become competitive once again.
Ben, Author
Communication major and junior from Ohio. I played college ball at the D2 level for Lake Erie College as a defensive end…so I know a thing or two about grit (and laundry day after turf stains). I’m a proud fan of the Steelers, Michigan, and Red Sox, and when I’m not watching or debating sports, you’ll probably catch me at a Steelers game.
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