Rams defeat Commanders 20-13 behind Nacua and Garrett

The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Washington Commanders 20-13 on Sunday at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. Puka Nacua caught 14 passes for a season-high 150 yards and a touchdown, while Myles Garrett recorded three sacks and forced a fumble.

Garrett, making his first appearance since the season opener in Australia after missing seven games, pressured Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels throughout the game. His final sack late in the fourth quarter helped stop a late Commanders comeback attempt.

“It was the worst version of myself that I could have put out there.”

Matthew Stafford completed 26 of 43 passes for 228 yards and a touchdown with one interception. Blake Corum rushed for a touchdown and 58 yards on 11 carries, while Kyren Williams gained 45 yards on 15 carries.

Nacua was targeted 19 times and also rushed for 20 yards despite spending time in the medical tent after landing hard on a long-pass attempt. It marked the third time this season he recorded at least 125 receiving yards.

The Rams improved to 5-4 and have won three consecutive games. They will visit the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale next Sunday before hosting the Green Bay Packers at SoFi Stadium the night before Thanksgiving.

Los Angeles hopes to activate defensive lineman Kobie Turner from injured reserve by then, and receiver Davante Adams would also be eligible to return.