The 49ers needed to beat the Rams. For seeding purposes, sure, but they also needed that win to prove to themselves that they are still capable of overcoming their mistakes, no matter how many injuries there are. I believe the victory will help catapult San Francisco to a first-round bye. Let’s take a look at some winners and losers from the game.
Winners
I don’t care what else happens; if you score a touchdown on defense, you are going to be a winner. We know with Fred Warner he’s going to make more than one play in a game.