Aiyuk, Rams players struggle at end of stunning 49ers loss

Aiyuk, Rams players struggle at end of stunning 49ers loss originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

Brandon Aiyuk got into a heated fight with members of the Los Angeles Rams late in the 49ers’ stunning 27-24 loss on Sunday at SoFi Stadium.

Brock Purdy threw a desperate pitch on the last play of the game and after a few twists and turns the ball ended up in Aiyuk’s hands, but he was tackled to the ground, ending the game.

That’s when Aiyuk and a couple of Rams players exchanged words and shoves. The situation nearly got worse until an LA coach stepped in to separate everyone.

With both teams plagued by injuries, wide receiver Jauan Jennings had the game of his life for the 49ers, scoring three touchdowns and 175 yards to bring San Francisco to the brink of victory.

Despite struggling offensively in the first half, the Rams completed a comeback of the ages in the fourth quarter to defeat the 49ers. San Francisco struggled to contain LA quarterback Matthew Stafford and squandered a chance to score when kicker Jake Moody missed a 55-yard field goal attempt.

Given the tense NFC West rivalry between these franchises, it’s no surprise that emotions are running high. The loss stings the 49ers, as they raced to the lead and appeared to be on their way to a double-digit victory before the wheels came off.

At 1-2, San Francisco has a lot of ground to make up on the Seattle Seahawks (3-0), who lead the NFC West.

The 49ers will look to get back on track next week against the New England Patriots and keep confrontations to a minimum.

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