Arizona coach Mike LaFleur opened his first season by beating the Rams, with kicker Chad Ryland accounting for every Cardinals point. In Los Angeles, Sean McVay is trying to stabilize the kicking game after injuries sidelined two kickers. Meanwhile, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says defensive coordinator Raheem Morris has a future in San Francisco if he doesn’t land a head-coaching job.

By the Numbers
  • Ryland scored all of Arizona’s points with 6 kicks.
  • Los Angeles’ Blake Grupe was injured in his first start for the Rams.
Yes, But

LaFleur praised Arizona’s resilience but acknowledged the team needs to finish drives better in the red zone. McVay said the Rams’ kicking operation had been improving, but injuries and protection mistakes remain concerns.

State of Play
  • Shanahan says Morris deserves a head-coaching opportunity and would welcome him back if he stays in San Francisco.
  • The Rams face another adjustment at kicker after Grupe’s injury.
What's Next

Los Angeles will need to find a healthy kicker and address the issues affecting its field-goal operation. Arizona will look to build on its upset win by improving its red-zone execution.

Bottom Line

Arizona’s win offered an early boost under LaFleur, while the Rams’ kicking woes continue to demand attention. Morris’ coaching prospects could also shape San Francisco’s staff plans.