The Rams and 49ers have had more than a few high-profile clashes recently.
In Week 18 of the 2021 season, the 49ers clinched their spot in the playoffs with an overtime win against the Rams, winning 27-24. The Rams had the last laugh in the NFC Championship, however, as Los Angeles came away with the 20-17 win en route to its Super Bowl victory.
To wrap up the fourth week of the 2022 NFL season, the Rams and 49ers will turn in their latest edition of the NFC West rivalry clash on the big stage with "Monday Night Football."
MORE: Watch Rams vs. 49ers live with fuboTV (free trial)
Through the first three weeks of the season, neither team has really looked the part of reigning NFC championship finalists. The 49ers and Rams entered Week 4 ranked 24th and 25th in total yards, respectively.
The San Francisco defense has been strong to start the year, ranking second in fewest yards allowed, while the Rams have allowed the 17th-fewest yards.
LIVE: Follow Rams vs. 49ers on ‘Monday Night Football'
The Sporting News has all the information you need to watch the Rams take on the 49ers, including time and TV channel.
What time is the NFL game tonight?
- Date: Monday, Oct. 3
- Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
Monday's game at Levi's Stadium will begin at 8:15 p.m. ET (5:15 p.m. PT).
What channel is 'Monday Night Football' on tonight?
Fans hoping to watch the "Monday Night Football" contest can find it simulcast nationally on ESPN and ABC, with Joe Buck on play-by-play and Troy Aikman providing analysis. Lisa Salters will be reporting from the sideline.
Peyton and Eli Manning will be back on ESPN2 for the Manningcast of the game.
Viewers in Canada can find the game on DAZN, which features live broadcasts for every NFL game.
NFL live stream for 'Monday Night Football'
Those without cable can watch the NFC West clash on several different options, including fuboTV, which has ESPN, ABC and ESPN2 and offers a free trial.
Below are all the ways cord-cutters can catch Monday night's game.
| Streaming option | Cable subscription needed? | Free? | Cost | Free trial? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESPN.com/ESPN App | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| ESPN+ | No | No | $9.99/month | No |
| NFL App | No | Yes | - | - |
| NFL+ | No | No | $9.99/month | Yes |
| fuboTV | No | No | $69.99/month | Yes |
| DirecTV Stream | No | No | $49.99/month | Yes |
| Hulu Plus Live TV | No | No | $69.99/month | Yes |
| Sling TV | No | No | $35/month | No |
| YouTube TV | No | No | $54.99/month | Yes |
'Monday Night Football' schedule 2022
| Week | Date | Matchup |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sept. 12 | Denver Broncos vs. Seattle Seahawks |
| 2 | Sept. 19 | Buffalo Bills vs. Tennessee Titans (7:15 p.m. ET, ESPN) |
| 2 | Sept. 19 | Philadelphia Eagles vs. Minnesota Vikings (8:30 p.m. ET, ABC) |
| 3 | Sept. 26 | Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants |
| 4 | Oct. 3 | Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers |
| 5 | Oct. 10 | Las Vegas Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs |
| 6 | Oct. 17 | Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers |
| 7 | Oct. 24 | Chicago Bears vs. New England Patriots |
| 8 | Oct. 31 | Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns |
| 9 | Nov. 7 | Baltimore Ravens vs. New Orleans Saints |
| 10 | Nov. 14 | Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles |
| 11 | Nov. 21 | San Francisco 49ers vs. Arizona Cardinals (at Mexico City) |
| 12 | Nov. 28 | Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Indianapolis Colts |
| 13 | Dec. 5 | New Orleans Saints vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
| 14 | Dec. 12 | New England Patriots vs. Arizona Cardinals |
| 15 | Dec. 19 | Los Angeles Rams vs. Green Bay Packers |
| 16 | Dec. 26 | Los Angeles Chargers vs. Indianapolis Colts |
| 17 | Jan. 2 | Buffalo Bills vs. Cincinnati Bengals |