NFL : Minnesota Vikings vs Los Angeles Rams Odds & Prediction

Game Info: October 24, 2024 8:15PM EDT @ SoFi Stadium

There have been bright spots for both of these teams in their most recent outings, and this piece will focus on their recent forms and head-to-heads, as well as on injury reports. Doing so will include comparing Vikings and Rams in terms of numbers, key players, and of course betting lines. Both of the teams are suffering from some injuries, and these aspects could play a huge role in the outcome as well. Now, let us analyze the preview of this thrilling encounter.

Betting Odds and Info

These are the latest odds as of writing:

Moneyline: Vikings -165 , Rams +144

Spread: Vikings -3 , Rams +3

Over/Under: 48

Team Recent Performance

Minnesota Vikings

On October 21, they played no more than 31-29 when squaring off with Detroit, which meant that the -1 spread was not covered, the total going beyond 50. On October 6, they managed to hold the Jets to 23-17, winning the match while odds favored them at -2.5 and the total score beneath 42. They also took part in a strange game on September 30, where they emerged victorious 31-29 with the odds set at +2.5 against Green Bay which also saw the total surpass the 44.5 line. On September 23, they also faced Houston and as +1.5 underdogs completely overrun the Texans winning 34-7 this time with the total staying under 46.5. Last but not least, on September 16 they also emerged victorious in a game of 23-17 against San Francisco where they were regarded as +4.5 underdogs and the total remained number was lower than 46.5.

Los Angeles Rams

On October 21st, they successfully battled with a score of 20-15 against Las Vegas, but could not meet the -7 point spread, as the total was under 43. On October 7th, they lost to Green Bay, 19-24, as +3 underdogs, with the total being under 49.5. On September 30th, they lost to Chicago, 18-24, as +3.5 underdogs, and also went over a total of 40.5. On September 23rd, they won against San Francisco with a score of 27-24 following the spread of +6, on a total of 44.5 above the line. Lastly, on September 16th, they suffered loss 10-41 to Arizona as +1 underdogs, with the over and under at 47 total points.

Team Head-to-Head Matchup

The Vikings have a 6-4 win-loss ratio while the Los Angeles Rams’ standing is at 4-6. Straight and against the spread (ATS) statistics of Minnesota show that they have 6-3-1, much better than that of the Rams 3-6-1, respectively. In terms of over/under, both teams tilted at a 6-4. The average points scored by Minnesota is 27.2, which is a right edge more than that of the Rams 23.3. The Vikings are gunning at 130.7 yards on the ground while the Rams are sitting at 116.2. Minnesota makes 33.7 passes towards the target with a successful completion rate of 68.25 per cent, while Rams make 36.7 passes with a completion rate of 64.03. The Rams are also better in passing yards, recording 262.3 compared to Minnesota’s 230.5. Total yards recorded by both teams has the Rams leading with 378.5 while the Vikings have 361.2. On average both teams record about one turnover per match.

Team Injuries

Minnesota Vikings

The participation of Dalton Risner (T, undisclosed), Blake Cashman (LB, toe), and Akayleb Evans (CB, hip) for the game is in doubt. On the injured reserve list are Jordan Kunaszyk (LB, undisclosed), Mekhi Blackmon (CB, knee) and Gabriel Murphy (LB, undisclosed). J.J. McCarthy (QB, knee) is already ruled out for the season.

Los Angeles Rams

Out for the season are John Johnson III (S, shoulder), Conor McDermott (T, undisclosed), Joseph Noteboom (T, ankle), Jonah Jackson (G, undisclosed), Larrell Murchison (DT, arm), Tre’Vius Hodges-Tomlinson (CB, undisclosed), Puka Nacua (WR, knee), and KT Leveston (G, ankle). Amongst some good news, Cooper Kupp (WR, ankle) has been moved from doubtful to probable for Thursday’s game.

SPORTBOOK.AG’s Prediction

The Minnesota Vikings will win and cover the spread with the total going over 48.

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