by Rod Pearson
Friday, Jan 05, 2024
Game Time: 4:25 pm ET, Sunday, January 7, 2024
Venue: Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, CA
Where to Watch: FOX
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Rams +4, 49ers -4; Over/Under: 41 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Rams +4, 49ers -4; Over/Under: 41 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Rams +4, 49ers -4; Over/Under: 41 points
Season Record
Los Angeles Rams: 9-7 (2nd place, NFC West)
San Francisco 49ers: 12-4 (1st place, NFC West)
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Los Angeles Rams: won their last game on the road against the New York Giants 26-25.
San Francisco 49ers: won their last game on the road against the Washington Commanders 27-10.
Los Angeles Rams vs San Francisco 49ers Preview and Analysis
The Rams are entering this game with a 9-7 record overall and they have a 4-1 record in their divisional games too. They are 5-3 in their home games, 4-4 in their road games, and they are also 0-0 in their neutral site games this season, but they will be on the road for this game. They won their last game against the New York Giants 26-25. Matthew Stafford was the starting QB and he completed 24/34 passes for 317 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 2 interceptions. Kyren Williams led the team in rushing yards with 87 and 3 TDs. Puka Nacua led the receivers with 118 receiving yards on 5 receptions. Ernest Jones IV led the defense in that game with 7 solo tackles and 6 assisted tackles while Kobie Turner led the defense in sacks with 2.5. Jordan Fuller came away with the only interception for them in that game.
The 49ers are entering this game with a 12-4 record overall and they have a 5-0 record in their divisional games too. They are 5-2 in their home games, 7-2 in their road games, and they are also 0-0 in their neutral site games this season, but they will be at home for this game. They won their last game against the Washington Commanders 27-10. Brock Purdy was the starting QB and he completed 22/28 passes for 230 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions. Elijah Mitchell led the team in rushing yards with 80 and 1 TD. Brandon Aiyuk led the receivers with 114 receiving yards on 7 receptions and 1 TD. Dre Greenlaw led the defense in that game with 6 solo tackles and 4 assisted tackles while Clelin Ferrell led the defense in sacks with 1. Charvarius Ward and Deommodore Lenoir each came away with 1 interception for them in that game.
Rams vs 49ers Prediction
The current betting odds have the Rams listed as a 4 point underdog in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Rams have looked good in their games this season with their 9-7 record overall which has already secured them a playoff spot in the NFC Wild Card. They didn't get off to a great start this season but they have looked a lot better in recent weeks. They don't really have anything to play for here since they have already secured their playoff spot, but the 49ers don't have much to play for here either. The 49ers have had a great season this year with their 12-4 record overall and they are also 5-0 in their divisional games. The 49ers have already won the NFC West and they have also locked up the number 1 seed in the NFC too so they are going to be resting players here as they look forward to their 1st week bye in the playoffs and get ready for the deeper rounds. This is really a nothing game for both teams so the best option here is to take the points with the underdog in a game that neither team needs to win and both teams will be resting players in. The best way to place a bet here is on the Rams to cover the spread in this game.
Rams 49ers Prediction: Our NFL Pick for Sunday, January 7, 2024 (4:25 pm ET start time) is Rams 21 49ers 20.
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NFL Betting Trends
Los Angeles Rams: 20-34 ATS as a road underdog of 3.5 to 7 points. 25-44 ATS revenging a same season loss against an opponent. 6-13 ATS after scoring 25 points or more in 5 straight games. 33-20 OVER as a road underdog of 3.5 to 7 points. 9-4 OVER off a road no-cover where the team won as a favorite. 6-2 OVER after 1 or more consecutive wins.
San Francisco 49ers: 34-21 ATS in all games. 28-18 ATS as a favorite. 13-5 ATS versus division opponents. 12-4 ATS after a game with a turnover margin of +2 or better. 9-1 OVER as a home favorite of 3.5 to 7 points. 5-1 OVER off 1 or more consecutive unders. 7-2 OVER after a win by 10 or more points.
Key Injuries
Los Angeles Rams: D. Johnson (DE) Prob Sun - Toe. J. Fuller (DB) Prob Sun - Ankle. T. Tomlinson (DB) Prob Sun - Hamstring. B. Brown III (NT) Prob Sun - Knee. J. Noteboom (OL) Ques Sun - Foot. B. Allen (OL) Ques Sun - Illness. A. Donald (DT) Out Sun - Rest. T. Higbee (TE) Out Sun - Shoulder. K. Williams (RB) Out Sun - Rest. C. Kupp (WR) Out Sun - Rest. D. Shelley (DB) Ques Sun - Hamstring. M. Stafford (QB) Out Sun - Rest. S. Jolly (DB) Out indefinitely - Undisclosed. A. Jackson (OL) Ques Sun - Thigh. A. Ward (LS) Out indefinitely - Neck. H. Long (TE) I-R - Knee. S. Bennett (QB) Out indefinitely - Illness.
San Francisco 49ers: R. McCloud III (WR) Ques Sun - Ribs. A. Banks (OL) Prob Sun - Toe. T. Gipson Sr. (S) Ques Sun - Quadricep. J. Feliciano (OL) Ques Sun - Back. J. Jennings (WR) Prob Sun - Concussion. E. Mitchell (RB) Ques Sun - Illness. B. Purdy (QB) Out Sun - Rest. D. Gray (WR) Ques Sun - Shoulder. A. Armstead (DL) Ques Sun - Foot. R. Dwelley (TE) Ques Sun - Ankle. J. Moore (OL) Ques Sun - Head. J. Brown (S) Ques Sun - Knee. C. McCaffrey (RB) Out Sun - Calf. K. Davis (DL) Out indefinitely - Ankle. G. Odum (S) I-R - Bicep. T. Hufanga (S) I-R - Knee. N. Zakelj (OL) I-R - Bicep. D. Jackson (DL) Out indefinitely - Knee. C. Latu (TE) I-R - Knee.
Notable Quotes
“We are never going to take for granted being able to get wins. There were things that we did to try to not win this game today. But our guys found a way.” - Sean McVay after his team’s win against the Giants in their last game.
“We think he’ll be all right. I don’t know if he would’ve been able to go next week or not, but we’ll have to find out more (Monday). He was moving around all right on the sideline, so hoping it’s not too bad.” - Kyle Shanahan after his team’s win against the Commanders in their last game.
Starting Lineups
Los Angeles Rams
WR Robinson, Demarcus
WR Nacua, Puka
WR Kupp, Cooper
TE Higbee, Tyler
QB Stafford, Matthew
RB Williams, Kyren
San Francisco 49ers
WR Aiyuk, Brandon
WR Conley, Chris
WR Samuel, Deebo
TE Kittle, George
QB Purdy, Brock
RB McCaffrey, Christian
FB Juszczyk, Kyle
Statistical Leaders
Los Angeles Rams
Passing: M. Stafford (3965)
Rushing: K. Williams (1144)
Receiving: P. Nacua (1445)
Touchdowns: K. Williams (15)
San Francisco 49ers
Passing: B. Purdy (4280)
Rushing: C. McCaffrey (1459)
Receiving: B. Aiyuk (1317)
Touchdowns: C. McCaffrey (21)
Coaches:
Los Angeles Rams: Sean McVay (7th season)
San Francisco 49ers: Kyle Shanahan (7th season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
