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Rams focus on preparation after difficult trip to Melbourne

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:22 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Rams focus on preparation after difficult trip to Melbourne

Summary

Following a 27-7 loss in Melbourne, the Los Angeles Rams returned home and shifted their focus to an upcoming matchup against the New York Giants. Coach Sean McVay emphasized the importance of moving forward and learning from past mistakes without dwelling on the defeat. Quarterback Matthew Stafford noted that the team is prepared to analyze their performance critically before the next game. As the Rams train for Monday Night Football, the potential return of star player Aaron Donald adds to the team's preparation.

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By the Numbers

•Rams lost 27-7 against the Giants in Melbourne.
•Matthew Stafford focused on future games during the flight home.
•Sean McVay encouraged players to move past the Australia trip.
•Aaron Donald practiced with the team, raising hopes for his return.
•The Rams prepare for Monday Night Football against the Giants.

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11:22 PMYahoo Sports — How the Rams plan on using Melbourne into Monday Night fuel

What they're saying

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No sulking. No excuses. No looking back. Inside the Rams' 16-hour flight home—and why the locker room is treating Australia like a deleted scene as they prepare to potentially unleash Aaron Donald on Monday Night Football.
— Yahoo Sports

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