Top Fantasy Players for the Thursday Night 49ers vs. Rams Game

Top Fantasy Players for the Thursday Night 49ers vs. Rams Game
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The San Francisco 49ers will play against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season. The game will be held at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA. Both teams have a record of 3-1-0, making this a key divisional game in the NFC West. Fans can catch the action on AMZN at 8:15 PM.

Before the game starts, let’s look at the top fantasy players who might make a big impact. These players have been important for their teams in recent games. Here are some names to keep an eye on.

1. Christian McCaffrey

Sep 28, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs the ball during the second half against the Jacksonville Jaguars at LeviCredit Imagn Images

Christian McCaffrey is ready to make an impact for the 49ers against the Rams. He has been a strong performer this season with 225 rushing yards and 31 receptions. In this game, McCaffrey is projected to gain 69.4 rushing yards and catch 5.5 passes. These numbers could make him one of the top fantasy players, especially with his ability to contribute both on the ground and through the air. His versatility gives the 49ers a great chance to succeed in this NFC West game at SoFi Stadium.

2. Matthew Stafford

Sep 28, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) leaves the field after the game against the Indianapolis Colts at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Matthew Stafford has 1,114 passing yards and 8 touchdowns this season, Stafford ranks second in the league for passing yards. In this game, he’s projected to throw for 234.1 yards and 1.7 touchdowns. His consistent performance makes him one of the top fantasy players, offering 15.7 fantasy points for this matchup at SoFi Stadium.

3. Kyren Williams

Sep 28, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tutu Atwell (5) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Indianapolis Colts with running back Kyren Williams (23) and center Coleman Shelton (65) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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Kyren Williams has rushed for 303 yards, ranking 7th, and has scored 1 rushing touchdown. In this game against the 49ers, he is projected to earn 12.9 fantasy points with 71.7 rushing yards and 0.7 rushing touchdowns. Given his past performance and the Rams’ strong home record of 2-0-0, Williams stands out as one of the top fantasy picks for this game.

4. Puka Nacua

Sep 28, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) celebrates after the game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Puka Nacua of the Los Angeles Rams is expected to perform well against the San Francisco 49ers. He leads the league with 503 receiving yards and 42 receptions. In this game, he is projected to earn 12.4 fantasy points with 90.3 receiving yards and 0.5 touchdowns. Nacua’s connection with Matthew Stafford could be key, especially since the 49ers have not faced a wide receiver of his caliber this season.

5. Davante Adams

Sep 28, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Davante Adams (17) is hugged by head coach Sean McVay as time runs out against the Indianapolis Colts at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Davante Adams has 17 receptions and 269 receiving yards this season. In four games, he has scored 3 receiving touchdowns, making him an important target for quarterback Matthew Stafford. Adams is projected to earn 10.1 fantasy points in this game against the San Francisco 49ers. With a strong start to the season and his scoring ability, he stands as one of the top fantasy picks for this game. His matchup with the 49ers defense could provide opportunities for more big plays and scores.