San Francisco 49ers host Los Angeles Rams in Australia Thursday night
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Last updated Oct 18, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams face off in Australia this Thursday to continue the NFL's opening week of the 2026-2027 season. This matchup follows a season-opening game on Wednesday between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks. Los Angeles arrives with a revamped defense featuring new addition Myles Garrett, though Aaron Donald remains unavailable for this contest following his return from retirement. The 49ers debut wide receiver Mike Evans, who joined the roster this offseason after spending 12 years with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Both teams look to establish their running games, with Christian McCaffrey expected to lead the San Francisco backfield while Kyren Williams takes on a significant role for the Los Angeles offense. The teams are competing in a division battle as the league calendar continues into the first full week of action.
- •The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams play in Australia this Thursday.
- •Myles Garrett debuts for the Los Angeles defense, but Aaron Donald does not play.
- •Mike Evans makes his first appearance as a wide receiver for the 49ers.
- •Christian McCaffrey and Kyren Williams are slated to lead their respective team rushing attacks.
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"The Denver Broncos will battle the Seattle Seahawks in Week 6. Here are four bold predictions for the Thursday night showdown.
"Bold predictions for Seahawks vs. Broncos on TNF in NFL Week 6.
"Bold predictions for the Rams vs 49ers in Australia.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 18, 2026, 12:20 PMBold predictions for Sunday Night Football NFL Week 6: Cowboys vs Packers
SNF bold predictions for NFL Week 6.
- Yahoo SportsOct 15, 2026, 8:48 PM4 bold predictions for Broncos’ game vs. Seahawks on 'TNF'
The Denver Broncos will battle the Seattle Seahawks in Week 6. Here are four bold predictions for the Thursday night showdown.
- Yahoo SportsOct 15, 2026, 1:23 PMBold predictions for Thursday Night Football in NFL Week 6
Bold predictions for Seahawks vs. Broncos on TNF in NFL Week 6.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 12:08 PMBold NFL touchdown total predictions for Week 1
Bold touchdown predictions for Week one in the NFL.
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 12:14 PMBold predictions for Thursday Night Football in NFL Week 1
Bold predictions for the Rams vs 49ers in Australia.
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