Rams vs. Panthers NFC Wild Card Round Highlights: L.A. Hangs On to Win Wild Game

The 2025 NFL playoffs kicked off in thrilling fashion on Saturday afternoon, as the visiting Los Angeles Rams (12-5) defeated the Carolina Panthers (8-9), 34-31, on FOX.

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (NFL-high 4,707 passing yards and 46 passing touchdowns) and wide receiver Puka Nacua (NFL-high 129 receptions for 1,715 yards and 10 touchdowns) put on a show in a wild back-and-forth affair as the leaders of an offense ranked first in the NFL in total yards and points.

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Meanwhile, the underdog Panthers, who made their first playoff appearance in eight years, nearly stunned the world in a gutsy effort led by quarterback Bryce Young — who posted a career high in passing yards (3,011), passing touchdowns (23), passer rating (87.8) and completion percentage (63.6%) this season.

Check out the top moments from the game, along with live analysis from FOX Sports' NFL Reporter Eric D. Williams.