Recent Form: The Rams come into this matchup with the better record at 4-5, while the Patriots sit at 3-7. The Rams have shown resilience, winning 3 of their last 4 games before a tough loss to the Dolphins. New England has struggled to find consistency, continuing to underperform on both sides of the ball.

Offensive Edge: The Rams hold a significant advantage on offense, ranking 8th in passing yards per game (234.6). With veteran QB Matthew Stafford leading the charge, Los Angeles has far more offensive firepower compared to the Patriots, who are relying on rookie QB Drake Maye to find his footing. New England’s offense has been one of the league’s weakest units this season.

Home Field Disadvantage: Surprisingly, the Patriots have struggled at home, going just 1-3 at Gillette Stadium this season. The lack of home field dominance undermines any potential edge New England might have in this matchup.

Betting Trends: Public confidence is tilting toward the Rams, with 59% of bettors backing Los Angeles to cover the spread. This suggests sharp and casual bettors alike are aligned on the Rams' edge in this matchup.

Key Matchups to Watch:
Rams Passing Attack vs. Patriots Secondary: With Stafford at the helm, expect the Rams to exploit New England's inconsistent secondary, particularly with New England’s offense struggling to match scoring output.

Drake Maye vs. Rams Defense: The rookie QB will face pressure from a Rams defense that can capitalize on mistakes, particularly if Maye is forced to play from behind.