49ers

• According to Matt Maiocco, 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward has been ruled out for Monday night’s game due to a personal matter. Head Coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that this absence is related to a positive event.

Cardinals

• Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray expressed his belief that the team was on the verge of victory in the fourth quarter, but he also maintained a positive outlook despite the loss: “It felt like for sure we were going to win that game. I can recall several games where we drove down the field, feeling that victory was within reach, like Green Bay in 2021. It seemed like we had full control over their defense, but in the end, it took a disappointing turn. Just unlucky.” (Josh Weinfuss)
• Murray shared his thoughts on the team’s future: “I choose to remain positive. I can see a light at the end of the tunnel. We are just a couple of plays away from being a 10-win team or contending for the playoffs and the division. I don’t think anyone expected us to be in this position, but it does matter. I share the optimism that J.G. is promoting, and I’m genuinely excited.” (Weinfuss)

Rams

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is not overly focused on winning the division following their recent win against the Cardinals. However, he expressed pride in the team’s resilience this season.

“Being here at 1-4 to where we currently are, I’m very proud of this group,” Stafford stated, as reported by Pro Football Talk. “There’s a lot more football left to play and much more to earn. We’ve worked hard to get to this point, and whatever happens by the end of the weekend, I’m proud of the hard work this group has put in.”