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Los Angeles Falls 28-0 to Saints - Recap

Los Angeles was shut out 28-0 on Thursday, stymied by a New Orleans defense that led the team to victory at Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

New Orleans won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -6.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 34.0.

Boston Scott rushed for 68 yards, while Jonathan Williams added 64 yards in the win. Cameron Meredith and Tre'Quan Smith added 72 and 42 receiving yards respectively.

Larry Rose III rushed for 43 yards for Los Angeles, while Nick Holley added 31 yards. Brandon Allen threw for 57 yards for the Rams, while receivers Johnny Mundt and Fred Brown had 40 and 31 yards respectively.

Los Angeles lost the offensive yardage battle to New Orleans 369-151 yards in Thursday's game. New Orleans had more first downs as that total ended up 21-10.

The time of possession battle favored Los Angeles as their offense was on the field for 31:07, longer than the 28:53 of their opponents.

New Orleans looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Buccaneers. The Rams will aim to get back on the winning track at Oakland.