The Rams think they’ve figured out jet lag. Australia is about to test their theory
The NFL’s first Down Under clash pits the Rams’ bold jet‑lag experiment against the 49ers’ cautious travel playbook.
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Two NFL teams are set to play Week 1 in Australia, and the Los Angeles Rams say they have cracked the jet‑lag problem. The theory will be tested when the Rams touch down in Sydney, but the approach remains unproven.
NBC Sports Bay Area detailed how the 49ers are consulting advisors and using a more cautious itinerary, while Yahoo Sports highlighted a player’s “wild” flight strategy. NBC Sports also reported that securing passports for practice‑squad signings is complicating travel logistics for both clubs.
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- The 49ers set to embark on the NFL’s longest road trip for the season opener in Australia KSN.com · 21h ago
- Going down under: 49ers set for NFL's longest trip to play opener timesdaily.com · 21h ago
- 49ers, with 8,000-mile trip on tap, deal with roster uncertainty for opener San Francisco Chronicle · 21h ago
- 49ers traveling to Australia ‘right way' compared to Rams, per Bay Area coach nbcsportsbayarea.com · 21h ago
- Rams HC confirms team’s controversial travel plans for NFL Week 1 game in Australia Yahoo Sports · 21h ago
- John Lynch details who 49ers consulted about cautious Australia travel plans NBC Sports Bay Area & California · 21h ago
- 49ers player has a wild strategy for team’s flight to Australia Yahoo Sports · 21h ago
- 49ers traveling to Australia ‘right way' compared to Rams, per Bay Area coach NBC Sports Bay Area & California · 21h ago
- Passports for practice squad signings are a logistical challenge for 49ers and Rams NBC Sports · 21h ago
- The Rams think they’ve figured out jet lag. Australia is about to test their theory Yahoo Sports · 21h ago
Quick answers
Which teams are traveling to Australia for the Week 1 NFL game?
The Los Angeles Rams and the San Francisco 49ers are scheduled to play in Australia.
What approach are the Rams using to manage jet lag?
The Rams head coach confirmed a controversial travel plan aimed at reducing jet lag, though specific details were not disclosed.
What logistical challenge is affecting practice‑squad players for both clubs?
NBC Sports noted that obtaining passports for practice‑squad signings presents a challenge for the Rams and the 49ers.
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