Could 49ers’ Week 1 be one of the better prime-time games of the year?
The San Francisco 49ers will kick off their season against the Los Angeles Rams in a historic prime-time game in Melbourne, Australia. This marks the first NFL game ever played in Australia, adding a unique element to the matchup. Both teams are expected to deliver an exciting contest, with significant implications for their respective seasons.
- ▪The game will take place at a 173-year-old cricket ground in Melbourne.
- ▪Jeremy Bergman ranked this matchup as the No. 3 prime-time game of the week.
- ▪Matthew Stafford and the Rams are looking for a strong start after a near Super Bowl appearance.
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