Who will take the lead in the NFC West?
NFC West Showdown Number 1 – in our Rams vs. Seahawks tip. Both teams are currently at the top of the division with a 7-2 record. The winner will take a huge step toward winning the division – also because of the first direct comparison won.
So it’s an important game coming up at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. There’s a lot of talk about the two teams’ great offenses (ranked 3rd and 5th in points scored), but for us, it’s their defenses that are the secret to their success.
With 17.0, the Rams have conceded the second fewest points of any team, while the Seahawks have conceded the fifth fewest with 19.1. Nevertheless, the bookmakers are predicting an average of between 48 and 50 total points – which we consider to be an exaggerated total.
Especially since the 50-point mark has only been exceeded once in the last twelve games (albeit in January when the two teams last met). Nevertheless, our prediction for Rams vs. Seahawks is a game dominated by defense, which should ultimately end in a narrow victory for the Rams.
Kick-off for the division duel is on Sunday at 10:05 p.m. in Los Angeles. This game will be broadcast live on RTL and REDZN on the DAZN streaming service.
Los Angeles Rams – Seattle Seahawks Head-to-head comparison / H2H record
Defense prevails. At least that’s how it has been for years in this matchup, where sometimes even 19 or 20 points have been enough to win (in 4 of the last 10 games). There has only been one game with over 50 total points in the last twelve matchups.
That’s why we’re focusing on under points for our tips, as it’s difficult to predict a winner. Based on the better turnover statistics alone (+7 to -4), we would slightly favor the Rams. But just 2-3 deep balls from the Seahawks and that’s that.
Therefore, in Rams vs. Seahawks, the odds on under 50.0 points are definitely better than handicap bets. We can even go down to under 47.5 at this point to significantly increase the value.
Los Angeles Rams – Seattle Seahawks Tip
The Rams allow an average of only 96.9 rushing yards per game. Since the running game is one of the Seahawks’ weaknesses this season, we don’t see how Seattle can score many points here without passing big plays. Of course, the Rams know this too and will double and triple team on long passes.
This is just one reason why we don’t see this matchup as a high-scoring game. Therefore, our number one tip for Rams vs. Seahawks is under 50.0 total points. For those who want to combine this with a winner, our prediction is: The Rams will win.
For a player bet, we’re adding the Seattle Seahawks, who have one of the best wide receivers of the season in their ranks: Jaxon Smith-Njigba. He has scored five touchdowns in the last seven games and should find the end zone again on Sunday night.
