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Back in Los Angeles as a franchise for the first time since 1994, the Rams kick off the 2016 regular season with a matchup against the NFC West rival San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football.
Jeff Fisher’s squad will be hoping the relocation helps the team escape a recent stretch of mediocrity, as the Rams, who haven’t been to the playoffs since 2004, have won seven, seven, six and seven games the past four seasons.
The 49ers, meanwhile, appear to be moving in the opposite direction. A five-win team last year, the ‘Niners have what is regarded as one of the thinnest rosters in the NFL, although they’ll be hoping the addition of new head coach Chip Kelly helps turn things around.
Here’s everything you need to know to watch:
Rams vs. 49ers Week 1 Viewing Info
Date: Monday, September 12, 2016
Start Time: 10:20 p.m. ET
TV Channel: ESPN (If the first game of the Monday Night Football double-header goes long, the Rams vs. 49ers game will start on ESPN 2)
Announcers: Ian Eagle, Dan Fouts
Live Stream: WatchESPN or Sling TV; You can click here for a complete rundown of all the live stream options
Line: Rams (-3), per OddsShark
Over/Under: 43