Lions vs Rams Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 1, 2024
Last updated: Sep 9, 2024, 12:21AM | Published: Aug 21, 2024, 2:03PM
The Detroit Lions will face the Los Angeles Rams in NFL Week 1 action at Ford Field on Monday, beginning at 10:20am AEST.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Lions vs Rams game, as well as the latest betting odds and touchdown scorer tips.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Monday's Detroit vs LA Rams NFL match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Lions a 67% chance of defeating the Rams at Ford Field.
Lions vs Rams: Odds
The current Bet365 betting odds in Australia for Monday's NFL game at Ford Field are listed here:
- Head to Head: Lions $1.40, Rams $3.05
- Line: Lions -5.5 ($1.91), Rams +5.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 54 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Lions at $1.40 and the Rams at $3.05.
The Lions are listed as 5.5-point favourites against the Rams, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Rams (+5.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 54 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Lions and the Rams have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 54-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Lions vs Rams: Best Bets
- Head to Head: LA Rams at $3.05 with Bet365
- Line: Rams +5.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 54 at $1.91 with Bet365
While the Lions have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Rams to win is our recommended option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Lions vs Rams: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Lions vs Rams at Ford Field in Week 1 is the Lions winning 29-24.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Detroit vs LA Rams game in Week 1, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
Lions vs Rams: TD Scorer Tips
Who will score an anytime touchdown in Lions vs Rams? The latest data is in.
According to Stats Insider, Detroit's David Montgomery is the most likely player to score the first TD in Lions vs Rams.
Montgomery has an 11.5% chance of scoring the first TD at Ford Field, while the Lions RB has a 53.8% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.
Scroll down for our complete list of first touchdown scorer and anytime touchdown scorer probabilities.
First Touchdown Scorer Tips
Lions First TD Tips
- David Montgomery: 11.5% probability
- Jahmyr Gibbs: 11.4% probability
- Sam LaPorta: 9.2% probability
- Amon-Ra St. Brown: 8.8% probability
- Jameson Williams: 5.1% probability
Rams First TD Tips
- Kyren Williams: 10.9% probability
- Puka Nacua: 7.6% probability
- Cooper Kupp: 7.4% probability
- Blake Corum: 5.4% probability
- Demarcus Robinson: 4.4% probability
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Tips
Lions Anytime TD Tips
- David Montgomery: 53.8% probability
- Jahmyr Gibbs: 52.1% probability
- Sam LaPorta: 45.2% probability
- Amon-Ra St. Brown: 42.4% probability
- Jameson Williams: 28.4% probability
Rams Anytime TD Tips
- Kyren Williams: 50.7% probability
- Puka Nacua: 38.2% probability
- Cooper Kupp: 38.1% probability
- Blake Corum: 29.4% probability
- Demarcus Robinson: 24.5% probability
Lions-Rams Projected Player Stats
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Lions' Jared Goff is projected for 266 passing yards. The Rams' Matthew Stafford is expected to throw for 280 yards.
Lions Starting QB
- Jared Goff: 266 projected passing yards
Rams Starting QB
- Matthew Stafford: 280 projected passing yards
Lions Rushing Yards
- Jahmyr Gibbs: 62 projected yards
- David Montgomery: 54 projected yards
- Craig Reynolds: 9 projected yards
Rams Rushing Yards
- Kyren Williams: 76 projected yards
- Blake Corum: 29 projected yards
- Ronnie Rivers: 9 projected yards
Lions Receiving Yards
- Amon-Ra St. Brown: 85 projected yards
- Sam LaPorta: 58 projected yards
- Jameson Williams: 43 projected yards
- Kalif Raymond: 29 projected yards
- Jahmyr Gibbs: 23 projected yards
Rams Receiving Yards
- Puka Nacua: 75 projected yards
- Cooper Kupp: 69 projected yards
- Colby Parkinson: 35 projected yards
- Demarcus Robinson: 32 projected yards
- Kyren Williams: 15 projected yards
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the Detroit vs LA Rams match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get betting tips for every NFL game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Lions vs Rams: Week 1 Essential Details
The NFL Week 1 match-up between the Lions and Rams at Ford Field is scheduled to start at 10:20am AEST on Monday.
- Teams: Detroit Lions vs Los Angeles Rams
- Date: Monday 9 September 2024
- Time: 10:20am AEST
- Venue: Ford Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Detroit vs LA Rams predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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