Los Angeles Rams vs. Detroit Lions Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds for NFC Wild Card Round
The Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams are set to do battle in a matchup of traded quarterbacks. Can Jared Goff get revenge over the team that drafted him first overall? Matt McCuen breaks down the story behind Rams vs. Lions and brings his pick against the spread for the clash on Sunday Night Football.
Matt McCuen - January 14, 2024, 12:55 PM EST
5 minLos Angeles Rams vs. Detroit Lions Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds for NFC Wild Card Round
The Los Angeles Rams and the Detroit Lions will meet from Ford Field for a highly anticipated matchup on Sunday Night.
Rams vs. Lions Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 14, 2024
- Game Time: 8:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: NBC
Rams vs. Lions Odds
- Spread: Rams +3 (-110), Lions -3 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 51.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Rams (+140), Lions (-170)
Los Angeles Rams vs. Detroit Lions Prediction
There are many storylines coming into this contest, but none bigger than the return of Matthew Stafford to Detroit.
Stafford holds the Lions franchise record for most passing yards (45,109), passing touchdowns (282), completions (3,898), and wins (74).
The bottom line is Stafford is the best Lions quarterback of all time, and now he will attempt to spoil the Lions' first home playoff game since 1994.
The Rams played great football down the stretch, finishing the season with a record of 7-1.
Stafford has turned in a strong season, throwing for 3,965 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions.
Kyren Williams has enjoyed a breakout season. The former Notre Dame running back has dashed for 1,144 yards, which ranks 3rd in the NFL. Additionally, Williams has rushed for 12 touchdowns.
Rookie Puka Nacua broke the record for most receiving yards in a season by a rookie (1,486).
Cooper Kupp remains the top threat in the passing game, racking up 737 yards and five touchdowns in twelve games.
The Rams' defense played much better to close the season, ranking 18th in points allowed per game (22.2).
Detroit will attempt to win their first playoff game since 1994.
This is the best Lions team we have seen in the last decade.
The Lions enter this contest with a record of 12-5 champions of the NFC North.
Jared Goff will face his former team, so you know he is playing this game with extra motivation.
Goff was drafted first overall by the Rams and led them to a Super Bowl in 2019.
Goff has thrown for 4,575 yards, 30 touchdowns, and twelve interceptions.
The Lions have one of the best running combinations in football.
David Montgomery leads the team, scampering for 1,015 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Rookie Jahmyr Gibbs has racked up 945 and 10 rushing touchdowns while adding 316 receiving yards.
Amon-Ra St. Brown has been the top target in the passing game with 1,515 yards and ten touchdowns.
Rookie Sam LaPorta had an outstanding season with 889 yards and ten touchdowns.
The Lions defense ranks 23rd in points allowed per game (23.2).
Los Angeles Rams vs. Detroit Lions Pick
The atmosphere will be electric in the Motor City tonight.
The Lions have played their best football at home this year with a 6-2 record. This game is going to come down to which defense can get more stops and force a couple of turnovers.
Detroit has the better offense, which ranked 5th in points per game (27.1).
If this game turns into a track meet, the Lions will outlast the Rams tonight.
Pick: Detroit Lions -3 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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