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NFL referee caught on hot mic during Rams-Chargers preseason game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:15 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

NFL referee caught on hot mic during Rams-Chargers preseason game

Summary

The Los Angeles Rams secured a 20-18 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers in their preseason finale on August 27 at SoFi Stadium. The Rams finished with a perfect 3-0 preseason record while the Chargers concluded at 1-2. A referee's hot mic picked up the comment, "Jesus, let's get this over with," although the context behind the remark remains unclear. Both teams aimed to finalize their rosters ahead of the NFL's deadline on August 30. Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson started the game and performed well, completing 18 of 23 passes for 119 yards and a touchdown before the Rams defense sealed the game with a fumble recovery late in the fourth quarter.

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Status Watch

•Rams finish preseason 3-0, Chargers end at 1-2.
•Simpson throws for 119 yards and one touchdown in his first start.
•Chargers' Herbert plays only four snaps before leaving the game.
•Touchdown run by DesRosiers Jr. cut Rams' lead to 20-18.
•Rams defense secures victory with a late fumble recovery.

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9:15 AMYahoo Sports — NFL Referee Caught on Hot Mic During Rams-Chargers Preseason Game

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The Los Angeles Rams closed out the preseason with a 20-18 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night at SoFi Stadium. The result gave the Rams a perfect 3-0 preseason record, while the Chargers finished 1-2.The preseason finale also gave both teams one final opportunity to evaluate players before the NFL’s roster deadline. […] The post NFL Referee Caught on Hot Mic During Rams-Chargers Preseason Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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