Rams travel plan scrutinized after loss to 49ers in Melbourne

The Los Angeles Rams fell to the San Francisco 49ers by a score of 27-7 at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne. Following the loss, Damien Harris criticized the team's travel strategy, noting that the players appeared sluggish and lacked energy throughout the game. The Rams arrived in Melbourne 28 hours before kickoff, while the 49ers arrived roughly a week prior to adjust to the environment. Matthew Stafford completed 15 of 25 passes for 155 yards as the offense struggled to establish rhythm. Head coach Sean McVay dismissed the travel itinerary as the cause for the poor performance, though Myles Garrett admitted his own contribution was hindered by a knee issue. The organization previously designed its trip around sleep data and a routine focused on Pacific Time.

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