The Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams are two of the NFL’s oldest franchises, and they have been meeting since 1937. The Rams hold a clear edge in the all-time series and have controlled the rivalry in recent seasons. Here is the full head-to-head history, the last 10 meetings, and the 2026 schedule.
Series at a Glance
- All-time series (regular season): Rams lead 53-41-2
- All-time series (including playoffs): Rams lead 55-41-2
- Postseason: Rams lead the postseason series 2-0
- Current streak: Rams have won the last three meetings, most recently 37-20 on Jan 4, 2026
- First meeting: Oct 3, 1937 (Cardinals won 6-0)
Last 10 Meetings
The Rams have taken 8 of the last 10 meetings, including a Wild Card win in January 2022.
| Date | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 2026 | Cardinals 20 at Rams 37 | Rams |
| Dec 7, 2025 | Rams 45 at Cardinals 17 | Rams |
| Dec 28, 2024 | Cardinals 9 at Rams 13 | Rams |
| Sep 15, 2024 | Rams 10 at Cardinals 41 | Cardinals |
| Nov 26, 2023 | Rams 37 at Cardinals 14 | Rams |
| Oct 15, 2023 | Cardinals 9 at Rams 26 | Rams |
| Nov 13, 2022 | Cardinals 27 at Rams 17 | Cardinals |
| Sep 25, 2022 | Rams 20 at Cardinals 12 | Rams |
| Jan 17, 2022 | Cardinals 11 at Rams 34 (true) | Rams |
| Dec 13, 2021 | Rams 30 at Cardinals 23 | Rams |
2026 Matchups
The Cardinals and Rams meet twice again in 2026 in the NFC West.
- Week 6: Sunday, Oct 18, 2026 – Cardinals at Rams
- Week 10: Sunday, Nov 15, 2026 – Rams at Cardinals
Postseason History
The Cardinals and Rams have met twice in the postseason, with the Rams winning both:
- 1975 NFC Divisional: Rams 35, Cardinals 23
- 2021 NFC Wild Card (Jan 17, 2022): Rams 34, Cardinals 11
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads the all-time series between the Cardinals and Rams?
The Rams lead the all-time regular-season series 53-41-2, and 55-41-2 including the playoffs.
Have the Cardinals and Rams met in the playoffs?
Yes. They have met twice in the postseason and the Rams won both, a 1975 NFC Divisional game and a 2021 Wild Card game.
When do the Cardinals and Rams play in 2026?
They meet in Week 6 on Oct 18 at the Rams and Week 10 on Nov 15 at the Cardinals.
