- The Rams are -6.5 point favorites vs the Cardinals
- Total (Over/Under): 48 points
- Watch this game on NFLN
The Arizona Cardinals (7-8-0) visit SoFi Stadium to take on the Los Angeles Rams (9-6-0) on Dec. 28. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:10pm EST in Inglewood, CA.
The Rams are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -6.5 (-110).
The Cardinals vs. Rams Over/Under is 48 total points for the game.
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Cardinals vs. Rams Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Cardinals | +6.5 -110 | 48 -110 | +225 |
| Rams | -6.5 -110 | 48 -110 | -275 |
Cardinals vs. Rams Prediction
The winning team model predicts the Rams will win this game with 57.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
Cardinals vs Rams Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Cardinals will cover the spread with 55.0% 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 Cardinals players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Cardinals Player Prop Bets Today
- Marvin Harrison Jr. has hit the Receptions Under in 11 of his last 15 games (+7.30 Units / 39% ROI)
- James Conner has hit the Receptions Over in 11 of his last 17 games (+6.30 Units / 31% ROI)
- Kyler Murray has hit the TD Passes Under in 13 of his last 17 games (+6.10 Units / 22% ROI)
- Marvin Harrison Jr. has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 9 of his last 12 games (+5.70 Units / 42% ROI)
- Chad Ryland has hit the Field Goals Over in 6 of his last 7 away games (+5.45 Units / 78% 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 Receptions Under in 13 of his last 16 games (+9.30 Units / 42% ROI)
- Matthew Stafford has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 9 of his last 10 games (+7.65 Units / 49% ROI)
- Kyren Williams has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 11 of his last 16 games (+5.30 Units / 29% ROI)
- Demarcus Robinson has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 6 of his last 7 games at home (+4.85 Units / 61% ROI)
- Joshua Karty has hit the Field Goals Under in 5 of his last 6 games at home (+4.00 Units / 58% ROI)
First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Rams vs Cardinals
| Player Name | 1st TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Kyren Williams (LAR) | +350 |
| James Conner (Ari) | +600 |
| Puka Nacua (LAR) | +650 |
| DeeJay Dallas (ARI) | +750 |
| Trey Benson (ARI) | +800 |
Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Rams vs Cardinals
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI) | 50.5 -120 | 50.5 -110 |
| Kyren Williams (LAR) | 9.5 -110 | 9.5 -120 |
| Cooper Kupp (LAR) | 53.5 -115 | 53.5 -120 |
| Puka Nacua (LAR) | 86.5 -115 | 86.5 -115 |
Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Rams vs Cardinals
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Kyren Williams (LAR) | 95.5 -115 | 95.5 -115 |
Cardinals Best Bets:
- The Arizona Cardinals have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 10 of their last 17 games (+6.45 Units / 32% ROI)
- The Arizona Cardinals have covered the 2H Spread in 10 of their last 14 games (+6.23 Units / 39% ROI)
- The Arizona Cardinals have hit the 2H Moneyline in 7 of their last 9 games (+5.93 Units / 54% ROI)
- The Arizona Cardinals have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 9 of their last 17 games (+5.10 Units / 26% ROI)
- The Arizona Cardinals have covered the 3Q Spread in 11 of their last 17 games (+4.40 Units / 21% ROI)
Rams Best Bets:
- The Los Angeles Rams have hit the Moneyline in 13 of their last 20 games (+10.70 Units / 40% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Rams have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 12 of their last 17 games (+6.05 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Rams have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 7 games at home (+5.93 Units / 72% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Rams have covered the 2Q Spread in 6 of their last 7 games at home (+4.80 Units / 60% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Rams have covered the Spread in 12 of their last 20 games (+3.25 Units / 15% ROI)
Cardinals Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Cardinals art 9-6 (+2.2 Units / 13.1% ROI).
- Cardinals are 7-8 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.2 Units / -5.96% ROI
- Cardinals are 7-7 when betting the Over for -0.7 Units / -4.24% ROI
- Cardinals are 7-7 when betting the Under for -0.7 Units / ROI
Rams Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Rams are 8-7 (+0.35 Units / 2.12% ROI).
- Rams are 9-6 when betting on the Moneyline for +5 Units / 24.63% ROI
- Rams are 7-8 when betting the Over for -1.85 Units / -11.18% ROI
- Rams are 8-7 when betting the Under for +0.3 Units / 1.82% ROI
Arizona Cardinals: Keys to the Game vs. the Los Angeles Rams
The Cardinals were 1-6 (.143) when sacking the QB 3 or more times last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .650.
The Cardinals were winless (0-3) when forcing 2 or more turnovers last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .707.
The Cardinals were winless (0-5) when allowing 250 or more passing yards last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .414.
The Cardinals were 2-10 (.167) when the opposing team commits less than 60 yards in penalties last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .495.
Los Angeles Rams: Keys to the Game vs. the Arizona Cardinals
The Rams are undefeated (6-0) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter this season — best in NFL; League Avg: .500.
The Rams are winless (0-5) when losing at least one fumble this season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .380.
The Rams are undefeated (5-0) when making 3 or more explosive runs in a game since the 2023 season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .605.
The Rams are 4-1 (.800) vs top 10 pass offenses this season — 3rd-best in NFL; League Avg: .407.
Additional Matchup Notes for Arizona Cardinals vs. Los Angeles Rams
The Rams have been successful on 56.3% of plays they have run on play action passes this season — 4th-best in NFL. The Cardinals have allowed their opponents to be successful on 56.2% of plays on play action passes this season — T-3rd-worst in NFL.
The Rams have averaged 0.11 epa per play against a light front since the 2023 season — T-4th-best in NFL. The Cardinals have allowed 0.07 epa per play with a light front since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL.
The Rams have run successful plays on 56.9% of pass attempts on play action passes since the 2023 season — 4th-best in NFL. The Cardinals have allowed successful plays on 57.0% of pass attempts on play action passes since the 2023 season — worst in NFL.
The Cardinals have averaged just -0.40 epa per play against a heavy rush since the 2023 season — worst in NFL. The Rams have allowed just -0.44 epa per play with a heavy rush since the 2023 season — 2nd-best in NFL.
The Cardinals have run successful plays on just 32.2% of pass attempts against a heavy rush since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Rams have allowed successful plays on just 33.3% of pass attempts with a heavy rush since the 2023 season — T-3rd-best in NFL.
The Cardinals have gone three and out on 16.3% of their drives this season — 5th-best in NFL. The Rams have forced three and outs on 17.1% of opponent drives this season — 5th-worst in NFL.
Arizona Cardinals Offense: Important Stats
The Cardinals had 23 rushes of 20+ yards last season — most in NFL.
The Cardinals went for two on 36% of PATs last season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 10%.
The Cardinals targeted TEs 32% of the time (179 Pass Attempts/555 plays) last season — 2nd-highest in NFL; League Avg: 20%.
The Cardinals have averaged -0.40 epa per play against a heavy rush since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.04.
Los Angeles Rams Offense: Important Stats
The Rams have run successful plays on 82% of pass attempts against a light rush this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 44%.
The Rams had an average drive start position from the 46.6 yard line in Week 16 — best in NFL; League Avg: 27.7.
The Rams started 4 drives inside opposing territory in Week 16 — most in NFL.
The Rams went three and out on 6% of their drives in the 1st quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 22%.
Arizona Cardinals Defense: Important Stats
19% of the plays ran against the Cardinals were in the red zone last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 14%.
The Cardinals defense has allowed successful plays on 48% of plays with a base front since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 43%.
The Cardinals defense has allowed successful plays on 47% of plays since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 42%.
The Cardinals defense has allowed successful plays on 49% of plays in the 1st half since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 43%.
Los Angeles Rams Defense: Important Stats
The Rams defense allowed successful plays on 59% of pass attempts in the 1st quarter last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Rams defense has allowed opponents to catch just 63 of 128 passes (49% Reception Pct) on 3rd and long since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 62%.
The Rams defense has allowed 13 TDs on first drive of the game since the 2023 season — T-most in NFL.
The Rams defense has allowed a passer rating of just 44.9 on 3rd and long (60 Pass Attempts) this season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 81.6.
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