Saints vs. Rams Prediction, Pick, Odds: Can the Saints Stop Matthew Stafford, Rams Offense On TNF?
Can the Saints stop Matthew Stafford and the Rams offense on TNF? Jason Radowitz shares his Saints vs. Rams prediction and pick. Check it out!
Jason Radowitz - December 19, 2023, 10:52 AM EST
5 minSaints vs. Rams Prediction, Pick, Odds: Can the Saints Stop Matthew Stafford, Rams Offense On TNF?
It always feels like the NFL struggles to feature good games on Thursday Night Football.
However, this Thursday, we've got a good one.
The 7-7 New Orleans Saints will face the 7-7 Los Angeles Rams in a major matchup that could help decide playoff position in the NFC.
The Saints have allowed only 12 points in the last eight quarters, while the Rams have added at least 28 points in each of their previous four games.
Will the Saints step up on defense once more, or will the Rams continue their efficient ways on offense?
Here are our picks, predictions, and odds for Thursday's game between the New Orleans Saints vs. Los Angeles Rams.
Saints vs. Rams Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: December 21, 2023
- Game Time: 8:15 pm ET
- Where to Watch: Prime Video
Saints vs. Rams Odds
- Spread: Saints +4 (-110), Rams -4 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 44.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Saints (+175), Rams (-210)
Saints vs. Rams Injury Report
Saints
Questionable: WR Chris Olave (Ankle), OT Ryan Ramczyk (Knee), RB Kendre Miller (Ankle), DE Isaiah Foskey (Quad), DE Carl Granderson (Shoulder)
Out: OL Nick Saldiveri (Shoulder), DL Malcolm Roach (Knee), S Marcus Maye (Shoulder)
Rams
Questionable: OT Rob Havenstein (Groin), OT Joe Noteboom (Foot), CB Ahkello Witherspoon (Groin), CB Tre Tomlinson (Hamstring)
Out: DB Duke Shelley (Hamstring)
Saints vs. Rams Prediction
The New Orleans Saints have been the much more consistent defense this season. The Saints have only allowed 19.07 points per game while allowing just 185.43 yards in the air and another 126.43 yards on the ground.
The Saints have one of the best secondaries in the NFL but have been average everywhere else. Still, the Saints have put together performances that have been good enough to win.
However, the offense hasn't played as well as many projected at the beginning of the season. Derek Carr began the season with almost no passing touchdowns. However, recently, he's improved his numbers after adding five touchdowns and one interception in New Orleans' last two games.
With Chris Olave expected to be back on the field this week, the Saints have a lot of potential in the air against the Rams' secondary, which has played very poorly this season.
On the other hand, the Rams are putting up big numbers week-by-week offensively. They added 28 against the Commanders, which led to Los Angeles' fourth win in five games.
Matthew Stafford has performed better at quarterback. However, he's turnover-prone. Against this Saints secondary, he's bound to throw an interception or two in this game.
The Rams have rushed the ball well, with Kyren Williams leading the way. He's been a game-changer and has been the reason why the Rams have gone on a massive winning stretch.
Still, I'll back the Saints in this matchup. New Orleans has improved offensively and has the defense to be the first to stop the Rams this month.
New Orleans Saints vs. Los Angeles Rams Pick
- Saints +4 -110 is currently the best odds. Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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