‘We’re not playing in Australia’: Rams HC Sean McVay makes feelings clear after 49ers loss

Sean McVay, Los Angeles Rams Head Coach, has made it clear that he hopes the team never has to play in Australia again after their 27-7 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in their season opener. The Rams arrived in Melbourne just 24 hours before kickoff, while the 49ers had been in the country for a full week. McVay joked about the short turnaround, comparing it to the Men in Black film where he would "try to do the Men in Black thing where you say, 'Hey, I don't remember what happened.

That was so long ago.'" The contrast between the Rams' brief visit and the 49ers' longer stay in Melbourne became a major talking point, with some players and coaches suggesting the team should arrive earlier. However, not everyone blamed the travel for the loss. Rams running back Matthew Stafford felt ready to play, and wide receiver Davante Adams dismissed the idea that fatigue was a factor.

The Rams now face the New York Giants in Week 2, giving them a fresh start to overcome their Australia experience.