The NFL made the difficult decision to move Monday night’s Rams-Vikings game from Los Angeles to Arizona due to the wildfires in Southern California. It was made out of consideration for everyone involved, including the first responders in Los Angeles, players, coaches and their families.

"In the interest of public safety, Monday's Vikings-Rams Wild Card game has been moved from SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA to State Farm Stadium, the home of the Arizona Cardinals," the league's statement reads. "The decision was made in consultation with public officials, the participating clubs, and the NFLPA."

Rams president Kevin Demoff was optimistic early Thursday that the game could be held at SoFi Stadium, but it became clear there were many reasons to move the game.