Renardo Green contributes to San Francisco 49ers victory against Los Angeles Rams

The San Francisco 49ers opened the 2026 NFL season with a 27-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday. Cornerback Renardo Green played a pivotal role in the defense by recording an interception off Matthew Stafford during the second quarter. The takeaway halted a Los Angeles drive while the 49ers held a narrow 7-3 lead. Green finished the game with three tackles and limited opposing receivers to 23 yards on three targets. On the opposite side, Rams defensive lineman Braden Fiske recorded two tackles and two quarterback hurries. San Francisco relied on its defensive depth as it moved to 1-0 on the season.

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