“The most important thing is, let’s hopefully get this situation that’s bigger than football under control as quickly as possible so that it gives us the best opportunity to be in L.A.,” he said.

McVay said before practice that some Rams employees were directly affected this week by the fires but no players or coaches.

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell’s staff includes many former Rams staff members and players, including O’Connell and offensive coordinator Wes Phillips, both of whom communicated with McVay this week after seeing devastating video about the fires.

Obviously, this one was a tough start, and the way we battled back as a team and as a group is something I’m really proud of, and obviously put ourselves in position to be where we want to be.

“You’ve got to just take every opportunity in this league and run with it.”