Tavon Austin looks back as he runs for 65 yards and a touchdown in the first quarter against the Chicago Bears. UPI/Bill Greenblatt
The Rams scored 36 of their 42 points in the first and fourth quarters, improving to 5-6, after a 42-21 win over the Chicago Bears. Tavon Austin got it started on the opening drive with a 65-yard score. Tavon Austin is the first player this season with three touchdowns of at least 65 yards, including returns.
The Rams got rushing touchdowns from Zac Stacy and Benjamin Cunningham, plus two touchdown passes from Kellen Clemons, who was only 10 of 22 for 167. Greg Zuerlein booted two field goals and the defense made their share of plays.
Defensive end Robert Quinn helped finish off the Bears with a fumble return for a TD.
Josh McCown passed for 352 yards and two touchdowns with an interception for Chicago. The Bears had a 62-yard punt return for touchdown by Devin Hester nullified by a holding penalty in the fourth quarter.