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GAME DAY - How to Watch 49ers vs. Rams in Week 5: TV, Streaming, Kickoff Info

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The San Francisco 49ers (3-1) are looking to regain momentum after a narrow 26-21 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 4. Now, they head south for a crucial NFC West showdown against the Los Angeles Rams (3-1) at SoFi Stadium.Both teams are tied for the top spot in the division, making this a must-watch clash for playoff positioning

The Niners haven’t always been consistent due to injuries, but they’ve shown remarkable resilience early this season. Head coach Kyle Shanahan emphasizes that grit and adaptability are the team’s strengths—they always find ways to adjust, no matter the personnel situation.

On the other side, Matthew Stafford and the Rams are riding high after a 27-20 victory over the Indianapolis Colts. With both teams boasting strong records, this Thursday night clash promises to be one of the most thrilling matchups of Week 5.

How to Watch the 49ers vs. Rams

  • Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025
  • Time: 8:15 PM ET
  • Location: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
  • TV: Amazon Prime Video (also available locally on FOX 11)
  • Streaming: NFL+, Fubo, YouTube TV
  • Radio: KSFO 810 AM (San Francisco market)

Local 49ers fans can also catch pre- and post-game coverage on NBC Bay Area and NBC Sports Bay Area. Oddsmakers currently list Los Angeles as a 7-point favorite over San Francisco.

San Francisco 49ers 2025 Regular Season Schedule

Week

Date

Opponent

Time (ET)

Location

Result

TV/Streaming

1

Sun, Sep 7, 2025

at Seahawks

TBD

Lumen Field, Seattle, WA

Won 17-13

TBD

2

Sun, Sep 14, 2025

at Saints

TBD

Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA

Won 26-21

TBD

3

Sun, Sep 21, 2025

vs Cardinals

TBD

Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

Won 16-15

TBD

4

Sun, Sep 28, 2025

vs Jaguars

TBD

Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

Lost 21-26

TBD

5

Thu, Oct 2, 2025

at Rams

8:15 PM

SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA

TBD

Amazon Prime Video, FOX 11, NFL+, Fubo, YouTube TV

6

Sun, Oct 12, 2025

at Buccaneers

4:25 PM

Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL

TBD

CBS

7

Sun, Oct 19, 2025

vs Falcons

8:20 PM

Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

TBD

NBC

8

Sun, Oct 26, 2025

at Texans

1:00 PM

NRG Stadium, Houston, TX

TBD

FOX

9

Sun, Nov 2, 2025

at Giants

1:00 PM

MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ

TBD

CBS

10

Sun, Nov 9, 2025

vs Rams

4:25 PM

Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

TBD

FOX

11

Sun, Nov 16, 2025

at Cardinals

4:05 PM

State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ

TBD

FOX

12

Mon, Nov 24, 2025

vs Panthers

8:15 PM

Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

TBD

ESPN

13

Sun, Nov 30, 2025

at Browns

1:00 PM

Cleveland Browns Stadium, Cleveland, OH

TBD

CBS

14

Sun, Dec 14, 2025

vs Titans

4:25 PM

Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

TBD

FOX

15

Mon, Dec 22, 2025

at Colts

8:15 PM

Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN

TBD

ESPN

16

Sun, Dec 28, 2025

vs Bears

8:20 PM

Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

TBD

NBC

17

Sun, Jan 4, 2026

vs Seahawks

1:00 PM

Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA

TBD

TBD

18

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

Note: Week 18 opponent, date, time, and network are to be determined, as is standard in the NFL schedule. The 49ers have a bye week scheduled, typically between Weeks 6-14, but it is not explicitly listed in the provided data.

Los Angeles Rams 2025 Schedule (Through Week 5)

  • Week 1: vs Texans — Won 14-9
  • Week 2: at Titans — Won 33-19
  • Week 3: at Eagles — Lost 26-33
  • Week 4: vs Colts — Won 27-20
  • Week 5: vs 49ers — Thursday, October 2 at 8:15 PM ET

For the full season schedules beyond Week 5, refer to the sports card above, which includes all upcoming games for both teams.

Cowboys Reunite with a Former Starter, Bolstering a Battle-Tested Defense for the Stretch Run
Dallas, TX – In a surprising yet strategic move, the Dallas Cowboys have officially signed linebacker Luke Gifford on the afternoon of October 8, 2025, just hours after the San Francisco 49ers decided to cut the veteran. The one-year, $3.5 million deal (with performance bonuses up to $1.5 million) marks an emotional homecoming for Gifford to the franchise that launched his career, while also plugging an urgent hole in Dallas’ linebacker depth after multiple injuries out of Week 5.   Gifford, 29, was a reliable glue piece for the Cowboys from 2019 to 2022—an undrafted gem who carved out his role on special teams and situational defense in the star and stripes. After leaving Dallas, he spent time with the Tennessee Titans (2023) and 49ers (2024–2025), earning a reputation as a smart, assignment-sound linebacker who can play WILL/SAM and contribute immediately on kick coverage and sub-packages.   With San Francisco this year, Gifford appeared in four games before Tuesday night’s roster shuffle left him as the odd man out. Dallas pounced. “Luke knows our standard and our language,” head coach Mike McCarthy said after practice. “He’s tough, dependable, and versatile. Given where our linebacker room is right now, he’s exactly the kind of veteran who can stabilize us fast.”   For the Cowboys—leading the NFC East at 4–1 but juggling availability at linebacker—this is timely triage and culture reinforcement. Defensive coaches value Gifford’s communication and angles in space; special teams coordinator notes he can step in on all four core units immediately. Gifford, moments after signing, posted on X: “Back where it started. Let’s work. #HowBoutThemCowboys #DC4L”   Cowboys Nation erupted online as #GiffordReturns trended across the Metroplex, with many fans framing it as a subtle flex against the 49ers—Dallas’ recent playoff nemesis. NFL Network panels speculated Gifford could suit up as early as this weekend if paperwork clears, logging early snaps on special teams and dime looks while the staff ramps him into the defensive packages.   Beyond the depth chart math, the message is clear: Dallas is moving decisively to protect its defensive identity and keep the NFC East lead. If Gifford brings the same reliability and edge-setting discipline he showed in his first stint, the Cowboys may have found the steadying piece they needed for a stretch run.   Can Luke Gifford’s homecoming spark a sturdier second level and help Dallas tighten the screws in crunch time? We’ll know soon enough. #CowboysNation #DallasCowboys #HowBoutThemCowboys