LA Rams coach Sean McVay: we won't play in Australia again
The Rams landed about 24 hours before kickoff; rivals San Francisco arrived a week earlier.
Sean McVay played it cool during his Rams' Melbourne tour, saying the team was excited. A week after losing 27-7 to San Francisco, McVay revealed his true feelings: the Rams should never have gone.
The Rams landed about 24 hours before kickoff; the 49ers had been there all week. McVay's team looked sluggish, scoring only one touchdown in front of 100,021 fans at the MCG.
McVay admitted the late arrival was a strategic mistake. The NFL has a multi-year deal with Victoria to host matches, but it remains unclear whether the Rams will return.
- 100,021
- Attendance at MCG
- 27-7 to San Francisco
- Final score
- 1
- Rams' touchdowns
- 24
- Hours before kickoff Rams arrived
Why it mattersShows how jet lag affects performance; teams may avoid international play if results suffer enough.
AustraliaMelbourne's confirmed NFL games may feature fewer star coaches willing to travel if jet lag continues to impact competitive outcomes.
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