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George Kittle dismisses Rams' travel excuse for Week 1 loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 2:26 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

George Kittle dismisses Rams' travel excuse for Week 1 loss

Summary

George Kittle of the San Francisco 49ers commented on the Los Angeles Rams’ claims regarding their travel schedule contributing to their Week 1 loss. The Rams traveled to Australia just two days before their season opener, while the 49ers arrived a week early. Kittle stated that he did not attribute the victory over the Rams solely to travel factors, emphasizing the capabilities of both teams. He cited Rams coach Sean McVay’s acknowledgment of the travel decision as a bad one. The two teams will meet again in Week 14 at Levi’s Stadium, with implications for NFC West standings.

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By the Numbers

•Kittle believes 49ers' Week 1 win was not due to Rams' travel issues.
•Rams secured a 28-6 victory over the Giants in Week 2.
•49ers and Rams will face off again in Week 14.
•Travel scheduling caused debate among analysts regarding early arrivals.

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2:26 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers news: George Kittle doesn't buy Rams travel excuse for losing in Week 1

What they're saying

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When the Los Angeles Rams took care of the New York Giants in commanding fashion in Week 2 , securing a 28-6 win under the Monday Night Football lights, a prevailing narrative emerged that the team would be 2-0 if it wasn’t for Sean McVay’s decision to fly his team out two days before their season debut in Australia instead of a week in advance […] The post 49ers news: George Kittle doesn't buy Rams travel excuse for losing in Week 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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