- The Broncos are -5.5 point favorites vs the Rams
- Total (Over/Under): 36.5 points
- Watch the game on NFL Network
The Los Angeles Rams visit Empower Field at Mile High to take on the Denver Broncos on Aug. 26. Kickoff is scheduled for 9:00pm EDT in Denver.
The Broncos are betting favorites in this preseason matchup, with the spread sitting at -5.5 (-110).
The Rams vs. Broncos Over/Under is 36.5 total points for the game.
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Rams vs. Broncos Odds, Spread, Over/Under
Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
Rams | +5.5 -110 | 36.5 -110 | +180 |
Broncos | -5.5 -110 | 36.5 -110 | -225 |
Rams vs. Broncos Prediction
Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Rams will win this preseason game with 51.0% confidence.
Rams vs Broncos Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Rams will cover the spread with 56.0% confidence.
Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Rams and Broncos, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.
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Best Rams Player Prop Bets Today
We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Rams players this preseason game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Matthew Stafford has hit the Passing Yards Under in 8 of his last 10 games (+5.50 Units / 45% ROI)
- Ben Skowronek has hit the Receptions Under in his last 4 away games (+4.00 Units / 58% ROI)
- Ben Skowronek has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 8 of his last 12 games (+3.50 Units / 25% ROI)
- Tyler Higbee has hit the Receptions Over in his last 3 games (+3.35 Units / 100% ROI)
- Cam Akers has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 6 of his last 8 games (+3.30 Units / 30% ROI)
Best Broncos Player Prop Best Bets Today
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Broncos players for this preseason matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Courtland Sutton has hit the Longest Reception Under in his last 8 games (+8.00 Units / 81% ROI)
- Jerry Jeudy has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 10 of his last 12 games (+7.70 Units / 56% ROI)
- Russell Wilson has hit the TD Passes Under in 11 of his last 13 games (+7.70 Units / 32% ROI)
- Jerry Jeudy has hit the Receptions Over in 8 of his last 9 games (+7.00 Units / 68% ROI)
- Russell Wilson has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 9 of his last 12 games (+5.70 Units / 41% ROI)
Rams Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL preseason, the Rams went 0-1 (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).
- Rams are 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.4 Units / -100% ROI
- Rams are 1-0 when betting the Over for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
- Rams are 0-1 when betting the Under for -1.1 Units / ROI
Broncos Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL preseason, the Broncos went 0-1 (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).
- Broncos are 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -2.5 Units / -100% ROI
- Broncos are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
- Broncos are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
Los Angeles Rams: Keys to the Game vs. the Denver Broncos
The Rams are 2-12 (.143) when making less than 5 explosive passes in a game since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .437.
The Rams were 1-5 (.167) vs top 10 defenses in the 2022 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .462.
The Rams were 1-7 (.125) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .497.
The Rams were 1-8 (.111) when converting less than 55% of its red zone chances into touchdowns in the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .433.
Denver Broncos: Keys to the Game vs. the Los Angeles Rams
The Broncos are winless (0-9) vs top 10 defenses since the 2020 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .422.
The Broncos are 1-9 (.100) when allowing 120 or more rushing yards since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .344.
The Broncos are winless (0-6) when allowing more than 50% of third down conversions opportunities since the 2021 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .278.
The Broncos were 4-9 (.308) when within 7 points at the two minute warning in the 2022 season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .492.
Additional Matchup Notes for Los Angeles Rams vs. Denver Broncos
The Broncos scored 20 TDs in the red zone last season — tied for second-fewest in NFL. The Rams allowed 24 TDs when defending in the red zone last season — tied for fifth-fewest in NFL.
The Broncos threw for just 6.3 yards per attempt on 1st Down last season — tied for second-worst in NFL. The Rams allowed just 6.2 yards per dropback on first down last season — tied for fourth-best in NFL.
The Rams scored on 43.6% of their drives in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — fourth-best in NFL. The Broncos defense allowed scores on 44.7% of opponent drives in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — second-worst in NFL.
The Rams ran successful plays on 38.6% of pass attempts when their QB was under pressure last season — third-best in NFL. The Broncos have pressured opposing QBs on just 18.7% of passing plays last season — third-worst in NFL.
The Rams scored on 41.7% of their drives in the first quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — tied for fourth-best in NFL. The Broncos defense allowed scores on 41.7% of opponent drives in the first quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — tied for fifth-worst in NFL.
Los Angeles Rams Offense: Important Stats
The Rams ran successful plays on 12% of plays in the 4th quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 39%.
The Rams ran successful plays on 7% of pass attempts in the 4th quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 41%.
The Rams ran successful plays on 0% of rush attempts in close and late situations in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 41%.
The Rams have been flagged 65 times on offense since the 2021 season — 2nd-fewest in NFL.
Denver Broncos Offense: Important Stats
The Broncos ran 35% of their plays in their opponent’s territory in the 2nd half in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 45%.
The Broncos ran 35% of their plays in their opponent’s territory in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 44%.
The Broncos ran 8% of their plays in the red zone in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 14%.
The Broncos started 21 drives inside their own 20 yard line in the 1st quarter in the 2022 season — most in NFL.
Los Angeles Rams Defense: Important Stats
24% of the plays ran against the Rams were in the red zone in the 4th quarter in the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 15%.
The Rams defense allowed 9 rushing TDs on 80 carries (8.9 Carries Per TD) in the red zone in the 2022 season — 2nd-best Carries Per TD rate in NFL; League Avg: 5.4.
The Rams defense allowed successful plays on 62% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Rams defense allowed successful plays on 55% of pass attempts in the 2nd half in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 45%.
Denver Broncos Defense: Important Stats
The Broncos defense averaged 29.6 defensive penalty yards per game (504/17) in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 19.4.
The Broncos defense tackled opponents for a loss on just 4 of 90 rushing attempts (4% TFL%) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season. — worst in NFL; League Avg: 11%.
The Broncos defense did not record a sack (41 pass attempts) in the red zone in the last 8 weeks of the regular season — tied for worst attempts per sack rate in NFL; League Avg: 15.7.
Only 10% of the plays run against the Broncos have been in the red zone in the 1st half since the 2021 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 14%.
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