Rams RB Kyren Williams scores TD; 49ers, Rams trade INTs in Australia
Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams scores the first NFL touchdown in Australia while the Rams and 49ers trade picks on the ensuring drives.
In the NFL's inaugural game in Australia, the Los Angeles Rams claimed an early advantage over the San Francisco 49ers. Running back Kyren Williams of the Rams scored a five-yard touchdown, assisted by a 41-yard reception from receiver Puka Nacua. This gave the Rams a 7-3 lead. Following the 49ers' possession, quarterback Brock Purdy committed an interception, resulting in a turnover to safety Quentin Lake.
This marked Lake's second interception of his career. In response, the Rams' Matthew Stafford also threw an interception, handing the ball back to the 49ers with a significant portion of the second quarter remaining.
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