Los Angeles Rams vs
New England PatriotsPredictions & Preview

Los Angeles Rams to Face New England Patriots in Crucial Intra-Conference Showdown; Patriots Favored to Cover Spread

The Los Angeles Rams will travel to New England to take on the Patriots in a crucial intra-conference matchup. The Rams, coming off a disappointing loss to the Dolphins, are currently 4-5 while the Patriots are 3-7. Kick-off is set for 1 P.M. EST. Los Angeles is the favorite in this game, opening at -5.5 but the current line sits at Los Angeles -4.5. Stay tuned for our preview and prediction of the Rams vs Patriots game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rams -220 | Patriots +185
• Spread: Rams -4.5 (-110) | Patriots +4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 43.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 69%.

Los Angeles vs New England Stats

Los Angeles Rams

Los Angeles Rams are currently 4-5 this season and in third place in the NFC West behind the Cardinals and 49ers. Despite having their three-game win streak snapped in their last game, the Rams continue to show strength in their passing game, averaging 234.6 passing yards per game, ranking eighth best in the league. However, they have struggled in rushing, ranking seventh worst with 94.1 rushing yards per game. Defensively, the Rams are allowing 24.1 points per game and are ranked 22nd in pass defense. In terms of betting, the Rams are 3-6 against the spread this season and 1-3 on the road. The under has been prevailing in Rams games, with a record of 5-4 overall and 3-0 when the Rams have been favorited. Los Angeles currently holds a power ranking of 21, with their offense ranked 18th and defense ranked 22nd.

New England Patriots Analysis

New England Patriots are currently 3-7 overall this season, with a power ranking of 31. Their offense is ranked at #30, scoring an average of 16 points per game, while their defense is ranked at #14, allowing an average of 22 points per game. The Patriots have won two of their last three games, with victories over the Jets and Bears. In their most recent game against the Bears, the Patriots' defense performed well, allowing just 142 yards of offense. Several players were either limited or did not practice in Thursday's session. New England is 4-5-1 against the spread this season and has been the underdog in every game. The total is 5-5 in New England games this year, with the over hitting 3-1 when they play at home or when the total is set at 40 points or more.

New England Patriots Favored to Cover Against Struggling Los Angeles Rams

The New England Patriots have a strong record of 4-4-1 against the spread when playing as a single-digit underdog, while the Los Angeles Rams have struggled with a 1-3 record against the spread in road games. Considering the Rams' short week and long-distance travel, this upcoming game presents a challenging matchup for them. The Patriots have shown improvement in recent weeks, with victories over the Jets and Bears and a close loss to the Titans. Anticipating a competitive game, especially with Drake Maye's improved performance, I believe the Patriots have the upper hand. The Rams' recent struggles with scoring touchdowns and heavy reliance on field goals could pose further difficulties for them against the Patriots' solid defense ranking 13th in scoring and 16th in pass defense. Therefore, it is recommended to take the Patriots to cover in this matchup.

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