Rams hold off Chargers for 20-18 preseason victory at SoFi Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:06 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams secured a 20-18 win against the Los Angeles Chargers in their final preseason game at SoFi Stadium on August 27, 2026. Quarterback Ty Simpson started and performed well, completing 18 of 23 passes for 119 yards and one touchdown. The Rams' defense made crucial plays, including a strip-sack by Darryl Peterson III in the final minute. With this victory, the Rams finished the preseason 3-0. Moving forward, the team must finalize its roster cuts by Sunday at 6 p.m. ET.
- •Ty Simpson started and played the entire first half.
- •The Rams allowed their first touchdowns of the preseason.
- •Darryl Peterson III's sack sealed the game for the Rams.
- •Los Angeles controlled time of possession, 36:21 to 23:39.
- •The Rams must trim their roster to 53 players by Sunday.
- 5:06 AMYahoo Sports — Rams hold off Chargers, 20-18: Instant analysis of preseason win
"The Rams held on to beat the Chargers for their third straight preseason win, 20-18.
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