NFL Schedule to Benefit Rams, Hurt 49ers After Week 1 Opener

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NFL Schedule to Benefit Rams, Hurt 49ers After Week 1 Opener


The schedule release sparked controversy over player rest following the Week 1 opener in Melbourne, Australia, between the 49ers and Rams. Despite a 15-plus hour flight back home, the 49ers received no scheduling leeway, being slotted to host the Dolphins in a Sunday afternoon window on September 20. Meanwhile, the Rams caught a major break, landing a MNF matchup on September 21 against the Giants.


By Nidheesh Kumar

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