The Los Angeles Rams visit Levi’s Stadium to take on the San Francisco 49ers in Week 4 action on Sunday.
Los Angeles has lost six consecutive regular seasons games against San Francisco but beat them in last season’s NFC title game when it mattered most. The Rams have also not won at Levi’s Stadium since 2018 and San Francisco will be looking to get their revenge after the narrow loss in the 2022 AFC Title Game.
The Rams are 2-1 on the season after defeating the Arizona Cardinals last weekend. Meanwhile, the 49ers dropped to 1-2 after losing a close contest against the Denver Broncos in Week 3.
Los Angeles Rams
The Rams beat the Cardinals 20-12, which doesn't tell the full story of how well they controlled this game
Should've been much more lopsided https://t.co/JBcZAL7vpt
— Cameron DaSilva (@camdasilva) September 25, 2022
After they were dominated by the Buffalo Bills on opening week, the Los Angeles Rams have bounced back with back-to-back victories. Last Sunday, Matthew Stafford threw for 249 yards and their defense contained Kyler Murray in Arizona for a 20-12 victory, their 11th in 12 games against the Cardinals. The trend is the opposite against the 49ers as the Rams are 0-6 SU in their last six regular-season showdowns.
Last Sunday, the Rams’ defense allowed the Cardinals to pick up 365 total yards but were impressive in the red zone by allowing them only 4 field goals all night long. Aaron Donald had one sack and two tackles for loss while Jalen Ramsey had a tackle for loss and two passes defended. Cam Akers had a good game with 61 rushing yards on 12 carries with one rushing touchdown.
San Francisco 49ers
The Broncos (+100 ML) beat the 49ers 11-10 on Sunday Night Football. 🤔
That was a game only an under bettor could love. 🥴
(🎥 @NFL)
— TSN EDGE (@TSN_Edge) September 26, 2022
San Francisco’s futures odds improved after Trey Lance got hurt but in his first start of the season, Jimmy Garoppolo struggled to move the ball and the offense fell flat in an 11-10 loss to the Denver Broncos. San Francisco was just 1-10 on third down conversions while Garoppolo finished with 211 passing yards with one TD and one INT on 18-29 passing. The 49ers hope Jimmy G. has shaken off the rust last week and will be back to his usual self on Monday.
Deebo Samuel led the 49ers with 73 yards on 5 catches but was held to six yards on five carries on the ground. San Francisco outgained Denver 267-261 in total offense. Their defense also held down the Broncos to 6-19 on third downs and a measly 3.7 yards per play. The defense also recorded four sacks and seven tackles for loss. However, San Francisco committed three turnovers and was unable to force a takeaway.
Rams vs 49ers Prediction
The Rams are 1-6 SU in their last seven games played against the 49ers. Los Angeles is also 3-6-1 SU in their last 10 games played in San Francisco.
Los Angeles Rams SU trends:
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The Rams are 6-1 SU in their last 6 games played overall.
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The Rams are 8-2 SU in their last 10 games played on the road.
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The Rams are 3-2 SU in their last 5 road games as betting underdogs
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The Rams are 6-4 SU in their last 10 road games played against the NFC West Division.
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The Rams are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games against the NFC Conference.
San Francisco 49ers SU trends:
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The 49ers are 10-5 SU in their last 15 games played.
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The 49ers are 6-4 SU in their last 10 games played at home.
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The 49ers are 4-0 SU in their last 4 games played as home favorites.
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The 49ers are 11-4 SU in their last 15 Monday games played
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The 49ers are 0-6 SU in their last 6 Week 4 games played.
The Rams’ offense wasn’t at its best form during last week’s 20-12 win over the Arizona Cardinals. However, the Los Angeles defense was on full display as they prevented Kyler Murray and the Cardinals to mount a comeback.
Murray completed 37 of 58 passes for 317 yards but the Rams’ defense kept him out of the end zone. Los Angeles also sacked Murray twice for 19 yards and allowed him to run for only 8 yards on two carries, essentially silencing the Arizona offense. On Monday, the Rams will face Jimmy G. who is coming off a shaky performance in Denver where he stepped out of bounds for safety that ended up costing them the game.
Garoppolo however, played against one of the league’s top defenses in the Broncos in his first start of the season after taking over from Trey Lance who is out with a season-ending knee injury. With Lance out, the 49ers’ offense lost the dual threat from the QB position. However, Jimmy G. provides them with a better passer and a proven winner.
With Garoppolo at the helm, the 49ers beat the Rams twice during the regular season in 2021 but lost to L.A. in a close NFC title game. Jimmy G. will have to use his legs more on Monday, especially since the Rams’ defense is coming off a big game.
The Rams’ defense has looked good. But with a struggling offense, I’m not sure if they can hang around with a veteran QB in Garoppolo who knows how to beat them and who wants payback after losing the NFL title game last season. Deebo Samuel has yet to have a big game this year, I expect him to finally break out on Monday.
Prediction: San Francisco 49ers
Rams vs 49ers ATS Prediction
The Rams are 0-5 ATS in their last five games played against the 49ers. Los Angeles is also 3-6-1 ATS in their last 10 games played at Levi’s Stadium. The underdog is, however, 7-0 ATS in the last 7 head-to-head meetings between these two teams.
Los Angeles Rams ATS trends:
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The Rams are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games overall.
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The Rams are 3-4 ATS in their last 7 road games.
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The Rams are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 Monday games.
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The Rams are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games played as home underdogs.
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The Rams are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 road games against the NFC West Division.
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The Rams are 31-15-1 ATS in their last 47 versus NFC.
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The Rams are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games after allowing more than 350 total yards in their previous game.
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The Rams are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games played against a team with a losing record.
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The Rams are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games after allowing less than 90 yards rushing in their previous game.
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The Rams are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games in Week 4.
San Francisco 49ers ATS trends:
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The 49ers are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 games overall.
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The 49ers are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 home games.
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The 49ers are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 home games as betting favorites.
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The 49ers are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games played versus NFC.
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The 49ers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following an ATS loss.
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The 49ers are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games following a straight-up loss.
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The 49ers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games after scoring less than 15 points in their previous game.
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The 49ers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against the NFC West Division.
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The 49ers are 14-4 ATS in their last 18 Monday games.
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The 49ers are 5-0 ATS against a team with a winning record.
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The 49ers are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games on grass.
Rams
+1 (-110)
49ers
-1 (-110)
Odds from BetOnline as of 10/03/2022
Jimmy G. looked rusty last week but after that poor outing, I expect the veteran to return to form on Monday. Deebo Samuel has played well this season but he’s not had a big game yet this year. With vengeance in mind after last season’s NFC title game loss, I think Garoppolo and Samuel are going to have a big game here.
Los Angeles’ offense has not looked a bit like last year’s scoring machine and they will face a Top 5 defense in the 49ers. Look for the Rams to struggle to put up the points on the scoreboard in this game. I expect both defenses to show up and San Francisco’s better offense is going to be the key.
Prediction: 49ers -1
LA Rams vs 49ers Over/Under Prediction
The total has gone under in six out of the last 10 games played between these two teams. The under is also 7-2 in their last 9 meetings in San Francisco.
Los Angeles Rams’ over/under trends:
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The under is 4-1 in the Rams’ last 5 games overall.
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The under is 6-4 in the Rams’ last 10 road games against the NFC West Division.
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The under is 6-1 in the Rams’ last 7 games after allowing more than 250 yards passing in their previous game.
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The under is 12-3-1 in the Rams’ last 16 games in October.
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The under is 4-1 in the Rams’ last 5 games against the. NFC West Division.
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The under is 9-3-1 in the Rams’ last 13 games against a team with a losing record.
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The under is 19-7 in the Rams’ last 26 games after allowing less than 90 yards rushing in their previous game.
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The under is 19-7-1 in the Rams’ last 27 road games versus a team with a losing home record.
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The over is 3-2 in the Rams’ last 5 games played on the road.
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The over is 8-2 in the Rams’ last 10 road games as betting underdogs.
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The over is 5-1 in the Rams’ last 6 games after allowing less than 15 points in their previous game.
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The over is 4-1 in the Rams’ last 5 games in Week 4.
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The over is 6-2 in the Rams’ last 8 games on grass.
San Francisco 49ers over/under trends:
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The under is 10-1 in the 49ers’ last 11 games overall.
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The under is 4-1 in the 49ers’ last 5 home games.
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The under is 5-0 in the 49ers’ last 5 games after accumulating less than 90 yards rushing in their previous game.
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The under is 5-0 in the the 49ers’ last 5 games following an ATS loss.
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The under is 5-0 in the 49ers’ last 5 games following a straight-up loss.
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The under is 7-0 in the 49ers’ last 7 games on grass.
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The under is 5-0 in the 49ers’ last 5 games versus the NFC.
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The under is 4-0 in the 49ers’ last 4 games against a team with a winning record.
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The under is 6-1 in the 49ers’ last 7 games in Week 4.
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The under s 3-0 in the 49ers’ last three games as home favorites.
Over
42.5 (-110)
Under
42.5 (-110)
Odds from BetOnline as of 10/03/2022
The once high-powered Rams offense is just ranked 15th in scoring offense at 20.3 points per game this season and 25th in total offense at 306.3 yards per game. Meanwhile, the 49ers are tied for 28th in scoring at 15.7 points per game and are 24th in total offense at 323.7 yards per contest. Both defenses have been playing well this season.
The 49ers’ defense has not allowed more than 19 points this season while the Rams’ offense has scored 20 or fewer points twice in three games. This isn’t going to be a good spot for the over.
Prediction: Under 42.5