49ers vs Rams 2025: Stats & Matchup
The 49ers and Rams are NFC West division rivals with different roster strengths in 2025-2026: the 49ers excel in defensive depth and rushing attack while the Rams leverage their passing game and recent acquisitions. Head-to-head performance varies significantly based on injury status and seasonal momentum.
San Francisco 49ers
NFC West powerhouse with elite defense and rushing attack led by Christian McCaffrey.
Fantasy owners seeking defensive production, teams valuing run-first strategies, fans of physical, ground-oriented football
Los Angeles Rams
Offensive-minded division rival featuring Matthew Stafford and multiple Pro Bowl-caliber receivers.
Fantasy owners seeking passing volume and big-play potential, viewers preferring high-scoring games, teams prioritizing aerial assault over ground game
Quick Answer
AI SummaryThe 49ers and Rams are NFC West division rivals with different roster strengths in 2025-2026: the 49ers excel in defensive depth and rushing attack while the Rams leverage their passing game and recent acquisitions. Head-to-head performance varies significantly based on injury status and seasonal momentum.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedThe 49ers edge out the Rams in 2025 with a superior defense (5th vs 14th ranked), elite rushing game via McCaffrey (123.2 YPG), and stronger regular season record (12-5 vs 10-7). However, the Rams maintain a pass-happy offensive approach with Stafford's 31 TDs and feature dangerous receivers. Choose the 49ers if you prioritize defensive consistency and ground-game dominance; choose the Rams if you value high-volume passing offense and explosive playmakers.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- 2025 Season Wins (Regular Season):✓ San Francisco 49ers wins(12 wins vs 10 wins)
- Rushing Yards Per Game Leader:✓ San Francisco 49ers wins(Christian McCaffrey - 123.2 YPG vs Kyren Williams - 98.7 YPG)
- Passing Touchdowns (QB):✓ Los Angeles Rams wins(Matthew Stafford - 31 TD vs Brock Purdy - 28 TD)
Key Facts & Figures
56 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | San Francisco 49ers | Los Angeles Rams | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game (Offense)(PPG) | 27.3 | 25.8 | |
| Points Allowed Per Game (Defense)(PPG) | 18.2 | — | — |
| Passing Yards Per Game(yards) | 259.8 | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 5 Years)(seasons) | 4 | — | — |
| Head Coach Winning Percentage(%) | 71.4% | — | — |
| Franchise Super Bowl Wins(total) | 5 | — | — |
| 2025 Season Wins(wins) | 12 | 11 | |
| Average Passing Yards Per Game (2025)(yards) | 234.2 | 268.5 | |
| Average Rushing Yards Per Game (2025)(yards) | 148.7 | 98.3 | |
| Points Allowed Per Game (2025)(points) | 18.9 | 21.4 | |
| Super Bowl Appearances(appearances) | 6 | 2 | |
| Head Coach Win Percentage(percent) | 63.2% | 59.8% | |
| Playoff Wins (Last 3 Seasons)(wins) | 6 | 2 | |
| Team Payroll (2025 Approx)(millions) | $267M | $284M | |
| Turnovers(count) | 0 | — | — |
| Yards Per Play(yards) | 3.9 | — | — |
| Fumbles Lost(count) | 0 | — | — |
| Interceptions Thrown(count) | 0 | — | — |
| Total Turnovers (Fumbles + INTs)(count) | 0 | — | — |
| 2026 Roster Building Moves(deals) | 14 reserve/future deals | — | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Win Percentage(%) | 64.5% | — | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 5 (1988, 1989, 1994, 1995, 2021) | — | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 5 championships | 2 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2020-2024)(appearances) | 5 consecutive | 3 total | |
| Super Bowl Appearances (2019-2024)(appearances) | 3 | — | — |
| Hall of Famers (All-Time)(inductees) | 14 | — | — |
| Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 7 seasons (Kyle Shanahan, 2017-present) | — | — |
| Franchise Valuation (2024)(billions USD) | $8.1B | — | — |
| Most Recent Super Bowl Victory(year) | 1995 | 2022 | |
| Current Head Coach Winning Percentage(percentage) | Kyle Shanahan .606 (54-35) | Sean McVay .516 (49-46) | |
| Division Titles Won(titles) | 16 | 13 | |
| Conference Championship Appearances(total) | 19 | 8 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2001-2026)(appearances) | 13 | — | — |
| QB Passing Yards (2024 Season)(yards) | 4,694 (Brock Purdy) | — | — |
| QB Touchdown-to-Interception Ratio (2024)(ratio) | 3.44 (31 TDs / 9 INTs) | — | — |
| Head Coach Current Tenure(seasons) | 8 seasons (Kyle Shanahan, since 2017) | — | — |
| Division Titles (All-Time)(titles) | 19 | — | — |
| All-Time Winning Percentage(percentage) | .525 (586-529-16) | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2025)(appearances) | 7 appearances | — | — |
| Hall of Famers(players) | 14 Hall of Famers | — | — |
| Current QB Passer Rating (2025)(rating) | 107.2 (Brock Purdy) | — | — |
| Years Since Last Super Bowl Appearance(years) | 1 year (2024 won) | — | — |
| Points Per Game (2024)(PPG) | 25.1 | — | — |
| Team Passing Yards (2024)(yards) | 4,694 (Purdy leader) | — | — |
| Team Rushing Yards (2024)(yards) | 1,459 (McCaffrey leader) | — | — |
| Pass Defense Ranking (2024)(rank) | 12th - 226.5 YPG allowed | — | — |
| Team Sacks (2024)(sacks) | 48 | — | — |
| Team Interceptions (2024)(INTs) | 16 | — | — |
| QB Completion Percentage (Leader)(%) | 68.2% (Purdy) | — | — |
| Red Zone Efficiency (2024)(%) | 72% | — | — |
| Rushing Yards Per Game(YPG) | 123.2 | 98.7 | |
| Quarterback Passing Touchdowns(TDs) | 28 | 31 | |
| Pass Completion Percentage(%) | 67.4% | 68.9% | |
| Total Defense Ranking(ranking (1-32)) | 5th | 14th | |
| Sacks Allowed(total) | 28 | 32 | |
| Run-Pass Play Distribution(run %) | 52% run | 38% run |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
- 12 wins(winner)2025 Season Wins (Regular Season)10 wins
- Christian McCaffrey - 123.2 YPG(winner)Rushing Yards Per Game LeaderKyren Williams - 98.7 YPG
- Brock Purdy - 28 TDPassing Touchdowns (QB)Matthew Stafford - 31 TD(winner)
- 5th in NFL(winner)Total Defense Ranking (2025)14th in NFL
- Purdy - 67.4%Pass Completion PercentageStafford - 68.9%(winner)
- 28 sacks allowed(winner)Sacks Allowed (Offensive Line)32 sacks allowed
- 27.3 PPG(winner)Points Per Game Scored25.8 PPG
- 2025 Season Wins (Regular Season)
San Francisco 49ers
12 wins(winner)
Los Angeles Rams
10 wins
- Rushing Yards Per Game Leader
San Francisco 49ers
Christian McCaffrey - 123.2 YPG(winner)
Los Angeles Rams
Kyren Williams - 98.7 YPG
- Passing Touchdowns (QB)
San Francisco 49ers
Brock Purdy - 28 TD
Los Angeles Rams
Matthew Stafford - 31 TD(winner)
- Total Defense Ranking (2025)
San Francisco 49ers
5th in NFL(winner)
Los Angeles Rams
14th in NFL
- Pass Completion Percentage
San Francisco 49ers
Purdy - 67.4%
Los Angeles Rams
Stafford - 68.9%(winner)
- Sacks Allowed (Offensive Line)
San Francisco 49ers
28 sacks allowed(winner)
Los Angeles Rams
32 sacks allowed
- Points Per Game Scored
San Francisco 49ers
27.3 PPG(winner)
Los Angeles Rams
25.8 PPG
Full Comparison
| Attribute | San Francisco 49ers | Los Angeles Rams |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Win-Loss Record(wins-losses) | 13-4 | — |
| 2025 Season Wins(wins) | 12(winner) | 11 |
| Points Per Game (Offense)(PPG) | 27.3(winner) | 25.8 |
| Points Allowed Per Game (Defense)(PPG) | 18.2 | — |
| Points Allowed Per Game (2025)(points) | 18.9(winner) | 21.4 |
| Passing Yards Per Game(yards) | 259.8 | — |
| Average Passing Yards Per Game (2025)(yards) | 234.2 | 268.5(winner) |
| Average Rushing Yards Per Game (2025)(yards) | 148.7(winner) | 98.3 |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 5 Years)(seasons) | 4 | — |
| Head Coach Winning Percentage(%) | 71.4% | — |
| Franchise Super Bowl Wins(total) | 5 | — |
| Years Since Last Super Bowl Appearance(years) | 1 year (2024 won) | — |
| Super Bowl Appearances(appearances) | 6(winner) | 2 |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 5 (1988, 1989, 1994, 1995, 2021) | — |
| Head Coach Win Percentage(percent) | 63.2%(winner) | 59.8% |
| Playoff Wins (Last 3 Seasons)(wins) | 6(winner) | 2 |
| Team Payroll (2025 Approx)(millions) | $267M | $284M |
| Turnovers(count) | 0 | — |
| Fumbles Lost(count) | 0 | — |
| Total Turnovers (Fumbles + INTs)(count) | 0 | — |
| Fumbles (Total-Lost)(count) | 0-0 | — |
| Yards Per Play(yards) | 3.9 | — |
| QB Touchdown-to-Interception Ratio (2024)(ratio) | 3.44 (31 TDs / 9 INTs) | — |
| Red Zone Efficiency (2024)(%) | 72% | — |
| Interceptions Thrown(count) | 0 | — |
| 2026 Roster Building Moves(deals) | 14 reserve/future deals | — |
| Game Execution Rating(score) | Excellent - Clean execution | — |
| All-Time Head-to-Head Win Percentage(%) | 64.5% | — |
| 2025 Starting QB Passing Yards(yards) | Brock Purdy 2,167 yards | — |
| Points Per Game (2025 H2H)(PPG) | 19.0 | — |
| Home Win Percentage (H2H)(%) | 75.0% | — |
| QB Completion Percentage (2025)(%) | 69.4% (Brock Purdy) | — |
| QB Completion Percentage (Leader)(%) | 68.2% (Purdy) | — |
| Primary RB Rushing Yards (2025)(yards) | Christian McCaffrey depth role | — |
| Years in NFL(seasons) | 80 seasons overall | — |
| Hall of Famers(players) | 14 Hall of Famers | — |
| Super Bowl Championships(titles) | 5 championships(winner) | 2 |
| All-Time Regular Season Record(wins-losses) | 641-618(winner) | 600-661 |
| Conference Championship Appearances(total) | 19(winner) | 8 |
| 2024 Regular Season Record(wins-losses) | 12-5 (.706 winning %)(winner) | 11-6 (.647 winning %) |
| Playoff Appearances (2020-2024)(appearances) | 5 consecutive(winner) | 3 total |
| Super Bowl Appearances (2019-2024)(appearances) | 3 | — |
| Most Recent Super Bowl Victory(year) | 1995 | 2022(winner) |
| Playoff Appearances (2015-2025)(appearances) | 7 appearances | — |
| Hall of Famers (All-Time)(inductees) | 14 | — |
| Head Coach Tenure(seasons) | 7 seasons (Kyle Shanahan, 2017-present) | — |
| Franchise Valuation (2024)(billions USD) | $8.1B | — |
| Current Head Coach Winning Percentage(percentage) | Kyle Shanahan .606 (54-35)(winner) | Sean McVay .516 (49-46) |
| Division Titles Won(titles) | 16(winner) | 13 |
| Playoff Appearances (2001-2026)(appearances) | 13 | — |
| QB Passing Yards (2024 Season)(yards) | 4,694 (Brock Purdy) | — |
| Points Per Game (2024)(PPG) | 25.1 | — |
| Team Passing Yards (2024)(yards) | 4,694 (Purdy leader) | — |
| Team Rushing Yards (2024)(yards) | 1,459 (McCaffrey leader) | — |
| 2024 Season Record(wins-losses) | 12-5 (4th seed, NFC) | — |
| Head Coach Current Tenure(seasons) | 8 seasons (Kyle Shanahan, since 2017) | — |
| Division Titles (All-Time)(titles) | 19 | — |
| All-Time Winning Percentage(percentage) | .525 (586-529-16) | — |
| 2025 Season Record(wins-losses) | 12-5 (.706) | — |
| Current QB Passer Rating (2025)(rating) | 107.2 (Brock Purdy) | — |
| Pass Completion Percentage(%) | 67.4% | 68.9%(winner) |
| Division Standing(rank) | 1st Place NFC West | — |
| Pass Defense Ranking (2024)(rank) | 12th - 226.5 YPG allowed | — |
| Team Sacks (2024)(sacks) | 48 | — |
| Team Interceptions (2024)(INTs) | 16 | — |
| Total Defense Ranking(ranking (1-32)) | 5th(winner) | 14th |
| 2025 Regular Season Record(wins-losses) | 12-5(winner) | 10-7 |
| Rushing Yards Per Game(YPG) | 123.2(winner) | 98.7 |
| Quarterback Passing Touchdowns(TDs) | 28 | 31(winner) |
| Sacks Allowed(total) | 28(winner) | 32 |
| Run-Pass Play Distribution(run %) | 52% run | 38% run |
San Francisco 49ersLos Angeles RamsPros & Cons
10 pros·4 cons across both
San Francisco 49ers
Pros
- 5th ranked defense in NFL (2025)
- Christian McCaffrey averages 123.2 rushing YPG
- 27.3 points per game (top-10 offense)
- Brock Purdy completing 67.4% with controlled turnovers
- Balanced playcalling with 52% run-pass ratio
Cons
- Offensive line injuries limiting depth in 2025
- Limited receiving corps compared to division rivals
Los Angeles Rams
Pros
- Matthew Stafford throws 31 TDs with 68.9% completion rate
- Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp elite WR tandem
- Kyren Williams reliable 98.7 YPG rushing back
- Head coach Sean McVay's creative offensive schemes
- Recent defensive acquisitions improving 2025 performance
Cons
- Ranked 14th in total defense (28 positions behind 49ers)
- 32 sacks allowed indicates pass protection concerns
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
In their 2025 regular season meetings, the 49ers defeated the Rams twice (both divisional matchups), leveraging their superior defense and McCaffrey's rushing dominance to control the line of scrimmage.
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