49ers vs Rams Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 3

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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford drops back to pass during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, in Seattle. The Rams won 30-13.
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BetMGM Betting @BETMGM Sep 18, 2024, 4:08 PM
  • The 49ers are -7.5 point favorites vs the Rams
  • Total (Over/Under): 44.5 points
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The San Francisco 49ers (1-1-0) visit SoFi Stadium to take on the Los Angeles Rams (0-2-0) on Sep. 22. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25pm EDT in Inglewood, CA.

The 49ers are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -7.5 (-105).

The 49ers vs. Rams Over/Under is 44.5 total points for the game.

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49ers vs. Rams Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
49ers-7.5 -10544.5 -110-350
Rams +7.5 -11544.5 -110+280

49ers vs. Rams Prediction

The winning team model predicts the 49ers will win this game with 70.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

49ers vs Rams Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Rams will cover the spread with 67.0% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for 49ers players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best 49ers Player Prop Bets Today

  • Christian McCaffrey has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 9 of his last 10 games (+7.85 Units / 67% ROI)
  • George Kittle has hit the Longest Reception Over in 10 of his last 12 games (+7.60 Units / 54% ROI)
  • Christian McCaffrey has hit the Longest Rush Over in 9 of his last 11 games (+6.75 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Kyle Juszczyk has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 6 games (+6.00 Units / 89% ROI)
  • Christian McCaffrey has hit the Carries Under in 10 of his last 13 games (+6.00 Units / 34% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Rams players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Rams Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Demarcus Robinson has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 6 games (+6.00 Units / 86% ROI)
  • Kyren Williams has hit the Carries Over in 9 of his last 12 games (+6.00 Units / 46% ROI)
  • Tyler Higbee has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 89% ROI)
  • Colby Parkinson has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 games at home (+5.00 Units / 85% ROI)
  • Kyren Williams has hit the Rushing Yards Over in his last 5 games at home (+5.00 Units / 83% ROI)

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Rams vs 49ers

Player Name Over Under
Brandon Aiyuk (SF) 61.5 -120 61.5 -110
George Kittle (SF) 49.5 -125 49.5 -105

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Rams vs 49ers

Player Name Over Under
Brock Purdy (SF) 8.5 -115 8.5 -115
Kyren Williams (LAR) 64.5 -115 64.5 -115
  • The San Francisco 49ers have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 15 of their last 22 games (+7.25 Units / 30% ROI)
  • The San Francisco 49ers have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 14 of their last 19 games (+6.15 Units / 17% ROI)
  • The San Francisco 49ers have covered the 4Q Spread in 13 of their last 19 games (+5.85 Units / 27% ROI)
  • The San Francisco 49ers have hit the 1H Moneyline in 16 of their last 22 games (+4.50 Units / 7% ROI)
  • The San Francisco 49ers have covered the 1Q Spread in 7 of their last 10 away games (+4.15 Units / 37% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have covered the 1Q Spread in 13 of their last 20 games (+5.55 Units / 23% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have hit the Moneyline in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+4.35 Units / 28% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 4 of their last 5 games at home (+4.00 Units / 52% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 11 of their last 17 games (+4.00 Units / 20% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have covered the 3Q Spread in 5 of their last 7 games at home (+3.00 Units / 39% ROI)

49ers Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the 49ers art 1-1 (-0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI).

  • 49ers are 1-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.1 Units / -26.83% ROI
  • 49ers are 1-1 when betting the Over for -0.1 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • 49ers are 1-1 when betting the Under for -0.1 Units / ROI

Rams Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Rams are 0-2 (-2.2 Units / -100% ROI).

  • Rams are 0-2 when betting on the Moneyline for -2.1 Units / -100% ROI
  • Rams are 1-1 when betting the Over for -0.15 Units / -6.67% ROI
  • Rams are 1-1 when betting the Under for -0.1 Units / -4.65% ROI

San Francisco 49ers: Keys to the Game vs. the Los Angeles Rams

The 49ers are winless (0-3) when within 7 points at the two minute warning since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.

The 49ers were winless (0-3) when within 7 points at the two minute warning last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.

The 49ers were winless (0-5) when scoring less than 22 points last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .253.

The 49ers are undefeated (4-0) when committing less than 30 yards in penalties since the 2022 season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .466.

Los Angeles Rams: Keys to the Game vs. the San Francisco 49ers

The Rams were 8-3 (.727) when averaging more than 5 yards on first down plays last season — T-7th-best in NFL; League Avg: .579.

The Rams were 1-4 (.200) vs top 10 offenses last season — T-7th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .359.

The Rams were 6-1 (.857) when leading at the end of first quarter last season — 9th-best in NFL; League Avg: .737.

The Rams are 1-6 (.143) vs top 10 offenses since the 2022 season — T-6th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .358.

Additional Matchup Notes for San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams

The Rams have been successful on just 23.8% of plays they have ran against a light rush since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL. The 49ers have allowed their opponents to be successful on just 10.0% of plays with a light rush since the 2023 season — best in NFL.

The Rams have run successful plays on just 22.2% of pass attempts against a light rush since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL. The 49ers have allowed successful plays on just 14.3% of pass attempts with a light rush since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL.

The Rams have thrown the ball 60.3% of the time this season — 2nd-highest in NFL. The 49ers have allowed 8.3 yards per dropback this season — T-2nd-worst in NFL.

The 49ers have scored on 52.4% of their drives this season — T-4th-best in NFL. The Rams defense has allowed scores on 55% of opponent drives this season — T-4th-worst in NFL.

The 49ers have run successful plays on 49.4% of rush attempts since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Rams have allowed successful plays on 46.2% of rush attempts since the 2023 season — 4th-worst in NFL.

The 49ers ran successful plays on 58.3% of pass attempts last week — 2nd-best in NFL. The Rams allowed successful plays on 61.9% of pass attempts last week — worst in NFL.

San Francisco 49ers Offense: Important Stats

The 49ers have run successful plays on 52% of rush attempts against a base front since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 41%.

The 49ers averaged 0.16 epa per play on the road last season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.04.

The 49ers averaged 9.3 yards per attempt (4,577 yards/491 attempts) last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 7.0.

The 49ers have averaged 9.2 yards per attempt (5,127 yards/556 attempts) since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 7.0.

Los Angeles Rams Offense: Important Stats

The Rams have averaged -0.50 epa per play against a light rush since the 2022 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.03.

The Rams went three and out on 6% of their drives in the 1st quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 22%.

The Rams had a third down conversion rate of 50% on third and 10+ yards to go in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: 19%.

The Rams averaged -0.51 epa per play against a light rush last season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.04.

San Francisco 49ers Defense: Important Stats

The 49ers defense has allowed first downs on 73% of plays on 3rd and long this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 24%.

The 49ers defense allowed successful plays on 10% of plays with a light rush last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 39%.

The 49ers defense has allowed successful plays on 32% of rush attempts in the 1st quarter since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 43%.

The 49ers defense has allowed successful plays on 10% of plays with a light rush since the 2022 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 39%.

Los Angeles Rams Defense: Important Stats

The Rams defense has missed 33 tackles this season — most in NFL.

The Rams defense has allowed a passer rating of 158.3 when they have pressured the QB (5 Pass Attempts) this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 57.3.

The Rams defense allowed 12.3 yards per dropback (258 yards/21 attempts) in Week 2 — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 6.6.

The Rams defense has allowed a passer rating of 158.3 when the opposing QB has scrambled (3 Pass Attempts) this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 61.0.

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