Rams coach Sean McVay defends quarterback sneak call against goal line

The Rams failed to score on a fourth-and-goal attempt from the 1-yard line during Thursday night’s game. Matthew Stafford attempted a quarterback sneak that resulted in no gain, ending a 12-play, 72-yard drive. While the decision to go for the touchdown was supported, the play call drew scrutiny given the lack of success by the 38-year-old quarterback in short-yardage scenarios. Sean McVay acknowledged the missed opportunity as a critical juncture where momentum shifted away from the team. Stafford confirmed that the sneak was a called play from the sideline rather than an on-field adjustment. The coach suggested that failing to convert at the goal line significantly impacted the remainder of the performance.

• 11:32 AMYahoo Sports — Matthew Stafford rarely succeeds on quarterback sneaks, but Rams tried one anyway