Tuesday, January 13, 2026- Matthew Stafford delivered when it mattered most, ripping the Panthers’ hearts out with a late-game drive that sealed the Rams’ place in the divisional round.
In a tense, back-and-forth matchup, Stafford stayed poised under pressure, making decisive throws in the closing moments to flip the game and silence the home crowd. It was the kind of performance that defines playoff quarterbacks and keeps championship hopes alive.
The Panthers fought hard and put themselves in position to win, but missed opportunities and defensive lapses in the final stretch proved costly. As the clock wound down, Stafford exploited tight windows and kept the chains moving, showing complete command of the offense. The Rams’ execution in crunch time was the clear difference between advancing and going home.
With the win, the Rams move forward carrying momentum and belief, led by a veteran quarterback who thrives on high-stakes moments. For Carolina, the loss is a brutal reminder of how thin the margin is in playoff football. For Los Angeles, it’s a statement: as long as Matthew Stafford has the ball late, they are a dangerous team still very much in the fight.
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