San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Rams Preview
This week 18 NFL matchup between the 49ers and Rams takes place on Sunday, January 7th at 4:25 ET. The 49ers will host the Rams at Levi’s Stadium with the game being televised on FOX.
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San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Rams Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Going back to last season, the 49ers and Rams faced off two times, with the 49ers going 2-0. The two teams averaged a combined 39 points per game leading to an over/under record of 1-1. Against the spread, the 49ers went 2-0. The 49ers had the edge in terms of offensive yards last season, averaging 347.5 yards of offense compared to the Rams at 240.
The last ten head-to-head matchups between then 49ers and Rams have gone in favor of the 49ers, putting together a record of 9-1. Looking back over the previous three times that the Rams and 49ers have faced off, they have combined to average 43 points per game and have an over/under record of 2-1.
San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Rams Prediction
Before facing the 49ers, the Rams carry an overall record of 9-7 and have won three consecutive matchups. In the NFC-West, Los Angeles is in 2nd place. Against the spread, the Rams have a record of 9-6-1. Their average scoring margin for the season is currently +1.6. So far this season, the Rams hold an over/under record of 8-8. The average over/under betting line in their games has been 44.6 points, and their games have averaged a combined 46.2 points.
Regarding their offense, the Rams have an average 23.9 points per game, which places them 7th in the NFL. Thus far, the Rams’ defense has given up an average of 340.2 yards per game and 22.3 points per contest (18th). Going into this game, they’ve allowed a completion percentage of 60.7% and have surrendered 23 passing touchdowns. When it comes to run defense, they rank 11th in the NFL.
In the current season, the 49ers hold an overall record of 12-4, placing them at 1st in the NFC-West. Their performance consists of a 0-0 record as underdogs and 12-4 when they are favored. The 49ers’ current scoring margin stands at +12.1, which has them coming in with a 9-6-1 ATS record. This season San Francisco games are 7th in total points. Their over/under record is 8-7-1, and the average over/under line for their games stands at 44.1 points.
The San Francisco offense is currently ranked 3rd in the league, averaging 29.4 points per contest. San Francisco’s defense has come up with 27 turnovers so far this season. This figure has them 3rd in the NFL. Heading into week 18, they are allowing 17.3 points per game and 306.8 yards.
Looking at our projections, the 49ers are expected to take down the Rams by a score of 27-22. Our advanced model indicates a 67% chance of victory for the 49ers.
San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Rams Betting Tips
- Take the 49ers on the moneyline
- The 49ers should also cover at -3.5
- Projecting a combined 49 points, we like the over
San Francisco 49ers Injury Report
- Arik Armstead – Foot/knee (Questionable)
- Christian McCaffrey – Calf (Out)
- Ray-Ray McCloud III – Rib (Out)
- George Odum – Bicep (Out)
- Ross Dwelley – Ankle (Questionable)
- Jauan Jennings – Concussion (Questionable)
- Nick Zakelj – Bicep (Out)
- Drake Jackson – Knee (Out)
- Jaylon Moore – Concussion (Questionable)
- Talanoa Hufanga – Knee (Out)
- Danny Gray – Shoulder (Questionable)
- Kalia Davis – Ankle (Out)
- Ji’ayir Brown – Knee (Questionable)
- Cameron Latu – Knee (Out)
- Ambry Thomas – Hand (Out)
Los Angeles Rams Injury Report
- Tyler Higbee – Shoulder (Questionable)
- Jordan Fuller – Ankle (Questionable)
- Alex Ward – Neck (Out)
- Tre Tomlinson – Hamstring (Questionable)
- Stetson Bennett – Non Injury Related (Out)
- Alaric Jackson – Thigh (Questionable)
- Hunter Long – Knee (acl) (Out)
- Bobby Brown III – Knee (Questionable)
- Duke Shelley – Hamstring (Out)
