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Rams Rally to Stun Unbeaten Colts in Thrilling Comeback
29 Sep, 2025
Summary
- Rams rally late to defeat Colts 27-20
- Colts receiver's fumble at goal line proves costly
- Stafford throws for 375 yards and 3 TDs for Rams

In a dramatic NFL matchup on September 25, 2022, the Los Angeles Rams mounted a late comeback to defeat the previously unbeaten Indianapolis Colts by a score of 27-20.
The Colts had dominated much of the game, with quarterback Daniel Jones passing for 262 yards and the team's defense holding the Rams in check for most of the afternoon. However, a critical mistake by Colts receiver Adonai Mitchell proved to be the turning point.
Early in the third quarter, Mitchell made a long reception and appeared to be on his way to a 76-yard touchdown. But just before crossing the goal line, he inexplicably fumbled the ball, resulting in a touchback for the Rams. This missed opportunity would haunt the Colts as the game progressed.
The Rams, led by quarterback Matthew Stafford, slowly chipped away at the Colts' lead. Stafford finished the day with 375 passing yards and 3 touchdowns, including a 9-yard score to Puka Nacua that tied the game with just over 3 minutes remaining.
With the game on the line, Stafford then delivered the knockout blow, finding a wide-open Tutu Atwell for an 88-yard touchdown pass with just 1:33 left on the clock. This gave the Rams a 27-20 lead, which they would hold onto for the remainder of the game.
The Colts had one final chance to tie the game, but an interception by Kam Curl sealed the victory for the Rams. The loss was a tough pill to swallow for the Colts, who had been one of the league's last remaining undefeated teams.