The and Los Angeles Rams have nothing to play for. The Niners have locked up the No. 1 seed, while the Rams have clinched a playoff berth.
Brock Purdy and Matthew Stafford are out today. Enter Sam Darnold and Carson Wentz. Despite this game's meaningless result, both quarterbacks have plenty to play for.
Darnold, 26, is a free agent after this season. He’s only thrown 20 passes. Darnold will likely attempt more throws against the Rams. He’s playing for a job.
I’m not saying Darnold will pull a Matt Flynn in 2011 and throw six touchdowns, leading to a record contract.