Stafford throws late TD as Rams survive Carolina rally
Nacua shines with 111 yards and two total touchdowns
Panthers’ first playoff trip in eight years ends late
Matthew Stafford’s 19-yard pass to Colby Parkinson with 38 seconds remaining rescued the Los Angeles Rams in a 34-31 victory against the Carolina Panthers in the NFC wildcard game Saturday at Charlotte.
Stafford was 24-for-42 for 304 yards, three touchdowns and an interception. Puka Nacua, who racked up 111 receiving yards, scored on a reception and a run, and Harrison Mevis kicked two field goals for the Rams.