Vikings vs Rams Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 8

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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 Oct 24, 2024, 4:15 PM
  • The Vikings are -3 point favorites vs the Rams
  • Total (Over/Under): 48 points
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The Minnesota Vikings (5-1-0) visit SoFi Stadium to take on the Los Angeles Rams (2-4-0) on Oct. 24. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15pm EDT in Inglewood, CA.

The Vikings are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -2.5 (-115).

The Vikings vs. Rams Over/Under is 47.5 total points for the game.

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Vikings vs. Rams Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Vikings-2.5 -11547.5 -110-145
Rams +2.5 -10547.5 -110+120

Vikings vs. Rams Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Vikings will win this game with 60.1% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Vikings vs Rams Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Vikings will cover the spread with 53.8% 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 Vikings players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Vikings Player Prop Bets Today

  • Sam Darnold has hit the Completions Under in his last 6 games (+6.00 Units / 81% ROI)
  • Aaron Jones has hit the Carries Over in his last 6 away games (+6.00 Units / 81% ROI)
  • Ty Chandler has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 away games (+5.05 Units / 92% ROI)
  • T.J. Hockenson has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 7 of his last 9 games (+4.95 Units / 48% ROI)
  • T.J. Hockenson has hit the Longest Reception Over in 7 of his last 9 games (+4.75 Units / 46% 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

  • Kyren Williams has hit the Carries Over in 10 of his last 12 games (+7.70 Units / 57% ROI)
  • Puka Nacua has hit the Receptions Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.40 Units / 40% ROI)
  • Matthew Stafford has hit the Rushing Yards Under in 9 of his last 12 games (+5.25 Units / 31% ROI)
  • Tyler Higbee has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 89% ROI)
  • Cooper Kupp has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 8 of his last 11 games (+4.65 Units / 36% ROI)

First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Rams vs Vikings

Player Name 1st TD Odds
Kyren Williams (LAR) +425
Aaron Jones (MIN) +500
Justin Jefferson (Min) +500
Cooper Kupp (LAR) +750

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Rams vs Vikings

Player Name Anytime TD Odds
Kyren Williams (LAR) -175
Justin Jefferson (Min) -120
Cooper Kupp (LAR) +125
Aaron Jones (MIN) -115

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Rams vs Vikings

Player Name Over Under
Cooper Kupp (LAR) 67.5 -110 67.5 -120
Aaron Jones (MIN) 23.5 -120 23.5 -115
Justin Jefferson (MIN) 87.5 -115 87.5 -115
Kyren Williams (LAR) 13.5 -115 13.5 -115
Jordan Addison (MIN) 45.5 -115 45.5 -115

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Rams vs Vikings

Player Name Over Under
Aaron Jones (MIN) 70.5 -115 70.5 -115
Kyren Williams (LAR) 70.5 -120 70.5 -110
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the Moneyline in 13 of their last 20 games (+9.60 Units / 43% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have covered the 1Q Spread in 14 of their last 20 games (+8.00 Units / 30% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have hit the 1H Moneyline in 12 of their last 20 games (+7.60 Units / 35% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have covered the Spread in 13 of their last 20 games (+7.55 Units / 34% ROI)
  • The Minnesota Vikings have covered the 3Q Spread in 7 of their last 8 away games (+6.45 Units / 63% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have hit the Moneyline in 7 of their last 8 games at home (+8.30 Units / 56% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 5 of their last 6 games at home (+5.45 Units / 59% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 10 of their last 15 games (+4.55 Units / 26% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have covered the 2Q Spread in 5 of their last 6 games at home (+3.90 Units / 59% ROI)
  • The Los Angeles Rams have covered the 1H Spread in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+3.75 Units / 41% ROI)

Vikings Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Vikings art 5-1 (+3.9 Units / 59.09% ROI).

  • Vikings are 5-1 when betting on the Moneyline for +4.85 Units / 71.85% ROI
  • Vikings are 2-4 when betting the Over for -2.4 Units / -36.36% ROI
  • Vikings are 4-2 when betting the Under for +1.8 Units / ROI

Rams Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Rams are 1-5 (-4.45 Units / -67.94% ROI).

  • Rams are 2-4 when betting on the Moneyline for -0.85 Units / -10% ROI
  • Rams are 3-3 when betting the Over for -0.35 Units / -5.26% ROI
  • Rams are 3-3 when betting the Under for -0.3 Units / -4.58% ROI

Minnesota Vikings: Keys to the Game vs. the Los Angeles Rams

The Vikings are undefeated (4-0) after a win this season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .535.

The Vikings are undefeated (4-0) after a win this season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .535.

The Vikings are undefeated (4-0) after a win this season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .535.

The Vikings were 1-5 (.167) when the opposing team converts 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns last season — T-2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .440.

Los Angeles Rams: Keys to the Game vs. the Minnesota Vikings

The Rams are winless (0-3) when the opposing team commits less than 60 yards in penalties this season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .496.

The Rams are undefeated (4-0) when making 3 or more explosive runs in a game since the 2023 season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .608.

The Rams are undefeated (4-0) when making 3 or more explosive runs in a game since the 2023 season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .608.

The Rams are winless (0-3) when the opposing team commits less than 60 yards in penalties this season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .496.

Additional Matchup Notes for Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams

The Rams have run successful plays on just 43.5% of rush attempts against a base rush since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL. The Vikings have allowed successful plays on just 35.7% of rush attempts with a base rush since the 2023 season — best in NFL.

The Rams have scored on 14.3% of their drives in the first quarter this season — 3rd-worst in NFL. The Vikings defense has allowed scores on 5.3% of opponent drives in the first quarter this season — best in NFL.

Rams RBs have rushed for 10 or more yards on just 6.3% of 142 carries this season — 4th-worst in NFL. The Vikings have allowed 10+ yards on just 6.9% of carries to RBs this season — 4th-best in NFL.

Vikings TEs have 64.9 receiving yards per game since the 2023 season — 5th-best in NFL. The Rams have allowed an average of60.6 receiving yards per game to TEs since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL.

Vikings TEs have 64.9 receiving yards per game since the 2023 season — 5th-best in NFL. The Rams have allowed an average of60.6 receiving yards per game to TEs since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL.

Vikings TEs have 64.9 receiving yards per game since the 2023 season — 5th-best in NFL. The Rams have allowed an average of60.6 receiving yards per game to TEs since the 2023 season — 3rd-worst in NFL.

Minnesota Vikings Offense: Important Stats

The Vikings have scored on 60% of their drives in the 1st quarter this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 30%.

The Vikings have started 4 drives inside their own 10 yard line in the 4th quarter this season — 2nd-most in NFL.

The Vikings have thrown 62% of their pass attempts 1 to 10 yards downfield this season — 2nd-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 71%.

The Vikings have run successful plays on 32% of rush attempts in the 4th quarter since the 2023 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 40%.

Los Angeles Rams Offense: Important Stats

The Rams have run successful plays on 88% of plays against a stacked front this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 47%.

The Rams have targeted RBs 9% of the time (17 Pass Attempts/199 plays) this season — 2nd-lowest in NFL; League Avg: 17%.

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

Three of the Rams offense’s 11 (27%) TDs have come through the air this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 57%.

Minnesota Vikings Defense: Important Stats

The Vikings defense allowed successful plays on 29% of rush attempts with a base rush last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 57%.

The Vikings defense has allowed 18 of 106 (17%) first downs on the ground this season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 39%.

The Vikings defense has allowed successful plays on 25% of plays in the 1st quarter this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 43%.

The Vikings defense has blitzed on 40% of plays this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 16%.

Los Angeles Rams Defense: Important Stats

The Rams defense have allowed -0.75 epa per play with a heavy rush since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: -0.10.

The Rams defense has allowed a passer rating of just 6.3 on 3rd and long (16 Pass Attempts) this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 81.1.

The Rams defense blitzed 24 times in Week 7 — most in NFL.

The Rams defense have allowed 0.68 epa per play open coverage this season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.38.

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