The Los Angeles Rams (1-2) are gearing up for a battle in the Windy City, facing off against the Chicago Bears (1-2) at the iconic Soldier Field this Sunday.
Last week, the Rams pulled off a **miraculous comeback** against their division foes, the San Francisco 49ers. In a jaw-dropping final 6:15, they outscored the Niners 13-0 to clinch their first victory of the season, despite a slew of injuries that looked like a hospital’s patient list.
Rookie quarterback **Caleb Williams** showed his mettle, airing it out 52 times and notching the first two touchdown passes of his career. Yet, it wasn’t enough to stave off the Colts, who held on for a 21-16 win.
Matchup Breakdown
The Rams are dealing with injuries that have hit their wide receivers hard. Still grappling with the massive void left by the retired Aaron Donald, the Rams have their hands full. On the other side, **Chicago** simply can’t run the ball, feeling as futile as trying to push a boulder uphill. This must change, at least until their rookie QB finds his rhythm.
Let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of this matchup and uncover some bets that might tickle your fancy.
Game Details and How to Watch Rams vs. Bears
- Date: Sunday, September 29, 2024
- Time: 1PM EST
- Site: Soldier Field
- City: Chicago, IL
- TV/Streaming: FOX
Latest Game Odds for Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears
Here are the current odds as of Thursday, courtesy of DraftKings:
- Moneyline: Los Angeles Rams (+124), Chicago Bears (-148)
- Spread: Bears -3 (-108)
- Total: 41
The line’s been busier than a Chicago pizza joint, shifting half a point towards the Bears over the last 24 hours. It opened with **Chicago** as a 2.5-point favorite, dipped briefly, then bounced back over the threshold, currently sitting at Bears -3. The game total flirted with 40 but has since climbed back to 41.
Best Bets for Rams vs. Bears
Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas) turns his attention to the prop market:
“I like **Kyren Williams** (-150) to find the end zone against the Bears. Tied for the NFL lead with 4 TDs, Williams has been as reliable as a Swiss watch, scoring in every game and striking pay dirt twice in the win over the 49ers.”
Rams vs. Bears Team Stats and Betting Trends
- Chicago ranks last in the NFL in DVOA (Defense-Adjusted Value Over Average)
- The Bears have covered the spread in 5 of their last 6 games at Soldier Field
- The Under has cashed in the Bears’ last 4 games
- Rams’ games have hit the over each of the last two weeks
Quarterback Matchup for Rams vs. Bears
- Los Angeles: Matthew Stafford – With key offensive weapons sidelined, Stafford’s stats have felt the pinch. The Bulldog from Georgia has thrown for 754 yards, 2 TDs, and 1 INT over the season’s first three weeks.
- Chicago: Caleb Williams – The rookie made headlines with a colossal 363 yards and his first two TD passes last weekend. A valiant effort, but it only translated into 16 points against Indianapolis.
Rams vs. Bears Player News & Injury Updates
- **LA WR1 Cooper Kupp** (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday’s game.
- **LA TE Davis Allen** (undisclosed) is questionable for Sunday’s game.
- **Chicago WR Keenan Allen** (heel) was limited in practice Wednesday; he is questionable for Sunday’s game.
- **Chicago OT Darnell Wright** (back) did not practice Wednesday; he is questionable for Sunday’s game.
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