Los Angeles Rams vs. Kansas City Chiefs Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 27th 2022
Ben Miller
The Los Angeles Rams have underperformed this season, posting a 3-7 record. After winning the Super Bowl last season, the Rams have taken a massive step back. Currently, the Rams are on a four-game losing streak, most recently losing to the New Orleans Saints. This week, they play one of the best teams in the NFL, the Kansas City Chiefs.
With an 8-2 record this season, the Chiefs are at the top of the AFC West. Their position at the top of the division isn't under any threat at the moment. However, the Chiefs aren't a team to let up on their opponents. Kansas City is very familiar with Los Angeles, especially during the postseason. So, who's the best team to take in this game?
Rams vs. Chiefs Betting Odds
TV: FOX
MONEY LINE: Rams (+870) vs. Chiefs (-1500)
SPREAD: Rams +15.5 (-108) vs. Chiefs -15.5 (-112)
GAME TOTAL: Over 43.5 (-105) vs. Under 43.5 (-115)
Rams vs. Chiefs Preview, Trends, and Stats
As the Los Angeles Rams head into this game, there are a few things they need to do. The first step to getting ahead in this game would be establishing their running game. The Rams are averaging just 76.1 rushing yards per game this season, ranking 31st in the NFL.
As an offense, the Rams are averaging just 16.8 points per game, ranking 29th overall. Considering they're playing the Chiefs, they better find a way to score points. If not, they'll be quickly overwhelmed by the Chiefs' top-tier offense.
Ranking first in the NFL, the Kansas City Chiefs average 30 points per game. The team is putting up 314.7 passing yards per game, ranking first in the NFL. Even with an 18th-ranked running game, they're one of the best teams in the league.
Last week, they faced the Los Angeles Chargers and won the game 30-27. The Chiefs defense forced two turnovers. Patrick Mahomes passed for over 300 yards and two touchdowns. With an offense like this, it's no surprise they're favored by 15.5 points.
Although their offense is the thing that is most often talked about, the Chiefs have a good defense. They're allowing an average of 23.3 points per game, ranking 21st in the league. The question is whether their defense can help cover the 15.5-point spread.
Rams vs. Chiefs Picks
The Los Angeles Rams lost by nearly 20 points in a recent game against the San Francisco 49ers. There are a few things to keep in mind, however. This game will be played in Kansas City, where the temperature will be 47 degrees. This could affect the number of points the Chiefs score this weekend.
The Chiefs were only able to beat the Jacksonville Jaguars by 10 points. Still, Matthew Stafford (Rams) has been ruled out for this week 12 game. With Stafford out, we'll take the Chiefs at -15.5 over the Rams.
Final Score: 30-13 (Chiefs)
EXTRA POINTS
1. The Los Angeles Rams are 2-9-1 against the spread in their last 12 games.
2. The Rams have gone 0-6-1 in their last seven games against Kansas City.
3. The total has gone under in 4 of the Los Angeles Rams last five games on the road.
Best Bet: Chiefs -15.5 (-112) and Under 43.5 (-115)