Mon Jan 13 04:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Cardinals Lend Helping Hand as Rams Relocate Playoff Game Due to Wildfires
**GLENDALE, AZ** – The Los Angeles Rams will play their Wild Card playoff game against the [Opponent’s Name] at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, after wildfires forced the relocation of the game from SoFi Stadium. The Arizona Cardinals have stepped up in a major way to assist the Rams with the logistical nightmare of the last-minute move.
The Cardinals provided two planes to transport approximately 350 Rams players, coaches, staff, and family members – including six dogs and two cats – from Los Angeles to Arizona on Friday night. An additional 100 people will follow. The Rams are also utilizing the Cardinals’ practice facility for their Saturday walkthrough and final practice before Monday’s game.
Rams president Kevin Demoff acknowledged that while the team wasn’t *required* to leave Los Angeles immediately, the team chose to prioritize the safety and well-being of its personnel. VP of Football & Business Administration Tony Pastoors emphasized the proactive nature of the decision, stating that hoping for improved conditions wasn’t a viable strategy.
The Cardinals’ generous offer of assistance has been widely praised as a classy gesture of sportsmanship amid a challenging situation. The move ensures the Rams can prepare effectively for their crucial playoff contest despite the unexpected circumstances.
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