With both men having a corresponding offense/ defense that has dominated, the chess match that occured at SoFi Stadium would impact the direction of both emerging franchises. After the game, McVay and quarterback Matthew Stafford would speak from the podium.

In a game that lived up to the hype of a West Coast showdown between two first-place teams, the Los Angeles Rams emerged victorious in a nail-biting 21-19 win over the Seattle Seahawks.

Los Angeles forced four turnovers and was able to hold on for a dramatic victory after Seahawks kicker Jason Myers missed a 61-yard attempt with no time remaining.

Despite the initial failures, the Rams' defense showed their strength as a Sam Darnold pass inbound for Cooper Kupp was intercepted by Kamren Kinchens, with Kinchens returning the ball to the Seattle three-yard line.

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) makes a reception against the Los Angeles Rams during the second quarter at SoFi Stadium on November 16, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Sean M. Haffey Getty Images

Their offense was stuck. The game was on the line. But in their blacked-out jerseys, the Rams summoned a familiar killer instinct, forcing four turnovers in a performance that had one name written all over it.

Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold did get one big play to Jaxon Smith-Njigba (five catches for 63 yards in first half) late in the second quarter, but he also threw an interception on Seattle's opening drive that led to the Rams' first touchdown. That put them behind early.