The Distraction of Distance: When Far Flung Football Games Become a Distraction Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay expressed hope after his team's season opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers that their trip to Australia would be their last "for a very long time.
" McVay's sentiments resonate with fans and anyone who has tried to focus on a game while dealing with the unique challenges of playing abroad.
The Rams' decision to arrive in Melbourne just a day before the game, compared to the 49ers' week long preparation, has been criticized as a potential contributor to their defeat.