The New York Giants and Los Angeles Rams met on Monday Night Football at SoFi Stadium on September 21, 2026. Los Angeles controlled the game from the opening quarter and finished with a 28-6 victory. The Rams improved to 1-1, while the Giants also moved to 1-1 after their Week 1 victory. Los Angeles scored seven points in every quarter, creating a steady advantage that New York could not overcome. The Rams also produced 481 total yards, compared with only 182 for the Giants.
Matthew Stafford led the Rams offense with 327 passing yards and four touchdown passes. Davante Adams delivered one of the strongest individual performances of the game, catching eight passes for 195 yards and two touchdowns. Kyren Williams added a touchdown reception, while Terrance Ferguson also scored through the air. New York struggled offensively after quarterback Jaxson Dart exited early with a knee injury. Jameis Winston replaced him and finished with 111 passing yards and one interception.
Match Score
| Quarter | New York Giants | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 7 |
| Q2 | 3 | 7 |
| Q3 | 3 | 7 |
| Q4 | 0 | 7 |
| Final | 6 | 28 |
Match Details
The Rams led 7-0 after the opening quarter and extended their advantage to 14-3 by halftime. New York managed a 24-yard field goal in the second quarter and a 52-yard field goal in the third quarter. Los Angeles continued to add touchdowns, with Adams catching his second touchdown in the third quarter and Ferguson scoring in the fourth. The Rams finished with 28 points, while the Giants remained limited to two field goals.
The game took place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Los Angeles controlled possession for 32:35 and ran 60 offensive plays. New York had 27:25 of possession and ran 55 plays. The biggest statistical difference came in total offense, as the Rams gained 481 yards compared with 182 for the Giants. Los Angeles averaged eight yards per play, while New York averaged 3.3.
| Match Detail | New York Giants | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 6 | 28 |
| Q1 | 0 | 7 |
| Q2 | 3 | 7 |
| Q3 | 3 | 7 |
| Q4 | 0 | 7 |
| Total Yards | 182 | 481 |
| Plays | 55 | 60 |
| Yards Per Play | 3.3 | 8.0 |
| Possession | 27:25 | 32:35 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 2 |
Matthew Stafford’s Four-Touchdown Performance
Matthew Stafford was the central figure in Los Angeles’ offensive performance. He completed 22 of 31 passes for 327 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception. His four-touchdown performance marked the 22nd time in his career that he had thrown at least four touchdown passes in a game. The performance also moved Stafford to sixth place on the NFL’s career passing-touchdown list, with 427 touchdown passes.
Stafford found Davante Adams twice for touchdowns and also connected with Kyren Williams and Terrance Ferguson for scores. His passing attack consistently created explosive plays against the Giants secondary. The quarterback completed passes to multiple targets while taking advantage of Adams’ ability to create separation. Stafford’s production helped Los Angeles maintain control throughout the game and allowed the Rams to build a lead before relying more heavily on their running game late in the contest.
| Quarterback | Comp/Att | Passing Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Stafford | 22/31 | 327 | 4 | 1 |
| Jameis Winston | 11/27 | 111 | 0 | 1 |
| Jaxson Dart | 3/5 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
Davante Adams Dominates the Giants Secondary
Davante Adams produced the game’s biggest receiving performance. He caught eight passes for 195 yards and two touchdowns on 10 targets. His 195 yards ranked among the best single-game totals of his career, and his two touchdown catches accounted for a major portion of Los Angeles’ scoring. Adams opened the scoring with a 31-yard touchdown reception late in the first quarter. He added an 11-yard touchdown in the third quarter.
Adams also produced several explosive gains beyond his touchdowns. His 64-yard reception in the first half pushed his receiving total beyond 100 yards before halftime. The Giants struggled to contain his downfield routes, particularly when Stafford had enough time to deliver accurate throws. Adams’ performance became even more important because Puka Nacua missed the game with a hip injury. His production gave Stafford a dependable primary target throughout the contest.
| Rams Receiver | Receptions | Yards | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davante Adams | 8 | 195 | 2 | 64 |
| Terrance Ferguson | 6 | 54 | 1 | 20 |
| Tutu Atwell | 1 | 19 | 0 | 19 |
Jaxson Dart’s Early Exit Changes the Game
Jaxson Dart started at quarterback for New York but left the game during the first offensive series after suffering a left knee injury. He completed three of five passes for 20 yards before exiting. The early departure forced the Giants to turn to veteran quarterback Jameis Winston for the remainder of the contest. The change affected New York’s offensive rhythm as the Giants struggled to generate sustained drives against the Rams defense.
Winston completed 11 of 27 attempts for 111 yards and threw one interception. His completion rate was only 40.7 percent, and New York managed just 182 total yards. The Rams generated consistent pressure and limited the Giants’ passing attack to short gains for much of the night. ESPN’s box score shows that New York finished with only 130 passing yards overall, including Dart’s early contribution and Winston’s production.
Giants Rushing Attack Struggles
New York entered the game with a productive rushing performance in Week 1, but the Giants could not repeat that success against Los Angeles. Cam Skattebo led the team with 12 carries for 36 yards. Devin Singletary added nine yards on three carries, while Najee Harris finished with six yards on four attempts. As a team, the Giants produced only 52 rushing yards.
The Rams defense consistently limited New York’s running lanes and forced the Giants into unfavorable down-and-distance situations. Skattebo’s longest run covered only eight yards, while Harris averaged 1.5 yards per carry. The lack of rushing production placed additional pressure on Winston after Dart’s injury. With the passing game also struggling, New York found it difficult to sustain drives or create scoring opportunities in the second half.
| Giants Rusher | Carries | Yards | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Skattebo | 12 | 36 | 0 | 8 |
| Devin Singletary | 3 | 9 | 0 | 6 |
| Najee Harris | 4 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| Jaxson Dart | — | — | 0 | — |
Kyren Williams and Blake Corum Provide Balance
Kyren Williams helped the Rams maintain balance behind Stafford’s passing attack. Williams rushed 12 times for 85 yards, averaging 7.1 yards per carry, and recorded a 20-yard long run. He also caught a 10-yard touchdown pass from Stafford in the second quarter. That score extended Los Angeles’ advantage to 14-0 before New York finally responded with a field goal.
Blake Corum provided another productive option in the backfield. He carried the ball 12 times for 79 yards, averaging 6.6 yards per attempt. Together, Williams and Corum gave Los Angeles 164 rushing yards on 24 carries. Their efficiency helped the Rams control the clock and allowed Stafford to operate from favorable situations. The running game also became more important late in the fourth quarter after Los Angeles had established a three-score lead.
| Rams Rusher | Carries | Yards | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyren Williams | 12 | 85 | 0 | 20 |
| Blake Corum | 12 | 79 | 0 | 18 |
| Matthew Stafford | 4 | -1 | 0 | 2 |
Key Scoring Plays
The Rams opened the scoring with a 31-yard touchdown pass from Stafford to Adams with 19 seconds remaining in the first quarter. Los Angeles then extended its advantage when Stafford connected with Williams for a 10-yard touchdown in the second quarter. New York responded with a 24-yard field goal from Dominic Zvada, leaving the Giants behind 14-3 at halftime.
The Rams continued their scoring pattern after halftime. Stafford threw his second touchdown to Adams from 11 yards, and Zvada later converted a 52-yard field goal for New York. Ferguson’s five-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter completed the Rams’ scoring. Los Angeles scored one touchdown in each quarter, while the Giants never found the end zone.
| Quarter | Giants | Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 7 |
| Q2 | 3 | 7 |
| Q3 | 3 | 7 |
| Q4 | 0 | 7 |
| Final | 6 | 28 |
Team Statistics Show Rams’ Offensive Advantage
The final team statistics underline how strongly Los Angeles controlled the matchup. The Rams produced 481 total yards compared with 182 from New York. Los Angeles gained 318 passing yards and 163 rushing yards, while the Giants recorded 130 passing yards and 52 rushing yards. The Rams also averaged eight yards per offensive play, more than double New York’s 3.3-yard average.
The turnover margin was slightly unusual because Los Angeles committed two turnovers while New York had one. Jevon Holland recorded an interception of Stafford and also forced and recovered a fumble from Kyren Williams. Despite those takeaways, the Giants could not turn them into enough points. The Rams’ explosive passing plays and efficient rushing attack kept the offense productive and prevented New York from mounting a comeback.
| Team Statistic | Giants | Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 182 | 481 |
| Passing Yards | 130 | 318 |
| Rushing Yards | 52 | 163 |
| Plays | 55 | 60 |
| Yards Per Play | 3.3 | 8.0 |
| Possession | 27:25 | 32:35 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Penalties | 3-20 | 6-50 |
Rams Defense Controls the Giants
The Los Angeles defense played an important role in limiting New York to six points. The Giants finished with only 182 total yards and failed to score a touchdown. The Rams also pressured Winston consistently after Dart left the game. Trent McDuffie intercepted Winston, while the defensive front helped restrict the Giants’ running game to 52 yards.
Aaron Donald also made his 2026 season debut for Los Angeles and contributed to the defensive effort. His return added experience to a unit that needed to respond after allowing 27 points to San Francisco in Week 1. The Rams’ defense did allow two takeaways, but it also kept the Giants from converting those opportunities into touchdowns. The result was a complete defensive performance in the red zone and between the 20-yard lines.
Conclusion
The New York Giants vs Los Angeles Rams matchup ended with a 28-6 Rams victory at SoFi Stadium. Matthew Stafford completed 22 of 31 passes for 327 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception. Davante Adams led all receivers with eight catches for 195 yards and two touchdowns. Kyren Williams and Terrance Ferguson also caught touchdown passes. Los Angeles finished with 481 total yards and scored a touchdown in every quarter, creating a consistent offensive advantage throughout the game.
For New York, the early injury to Jaxson Dart disrupted the offense, while Jameis Winston struggled to produce consistent passing success. The Giants finished with only 182 total yards and two field goals. Cam Skattebo led the rushing attack with 36 yards, while Darnell Mooney led the receiving group with 48 yards. The Rams’ combination of Stafford’s passing, Adams’ explosive receiving, and efficient rushing production ultimately decided the Week 2 matchup.
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