2024 Los Angeles Rams Predictions with Odds to Win the Super Bowl

by Ryan Cobbett - 8/8/2024

The Los Angeles Rams had an incredible end to their 2023 regular season, as they went on to win seven of their last eight games to earn themselves a spot in the playoffs. Unfortunately, they fell to the Lions 24-23, ending their season. It was a tale of two halves for the offense as they averaged just 19.8 PPG through their first nine games but averaged 28.3 PPG in their final eight games.

Matthew Stafford finished right outside the Top 10 in the passing yards, finishing 11th with 3,965 yards. He threw for 24 touchdowns, which also placed him right outside the Top 10 with another 11th place finish. In Cooper Kupp’s inconsistent presence, Stafford found a new favorite target in Puka Nacua, who was targeted 160 times (30.7%) and he finished with 1,486 yards and six touchdowns. Kupp recorded 737 yards and five touchdowns in 12 games last season. Running back Kyren Williams had a monstrous season on the ground, recording 1,144 yards on 228 carries and 12 touchdowns. He averaged a league leading 95.3 YPG, and he finished third in the NFL in rushing yards. Williams would also add another 206 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns.

The defense was an average bunch that did just enough to keep the Rams in the games. Ernest Jones IV led the team with 145 tackles, which was also the 11th most in the league. His 14 TFLs placed him just behind team leader Aaron Donald’s 16. Donald also recorded eight sacks. Fellow tackle Kobie Turner led the Rams defense with nine sacks. Cornerbacks Ahkello Witherspoon and Derion Kendrick combined for four interceptions and 24 pass deflections. Safety Jordan Fuller also had a great season, finishing with 94 tackles, three interceptions, and three forced fumbles.

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Los Angeles Rams Key Additions/Losses

The defense took a big hit, as Aaron Donald retired and Jordan Fuller left for Carolina. That’s 147 tackles and eight sacks to replace as well as a ball hawk presence in Fuller. Defensive lineman Jonah Williams also departed, along with center Coleman Shelton and Carson Wentz on the offense.

Los Angeles did a good job addressing the hole left by Fuller by adding cornerbacks Tre’Davious White and Darious Williams, along with safety Kamren Curl. Williams had four interceptions and 19 pass deflections last year with Jacksonville while Curl recorded five pass deflections and 108 tackles.

Los Angeles Rams New Kids on the Block

The Rams had 11 picks at their exposal in the draft, including a first-round draft pick. They heavily favored the Florida State defensive line from a year ago as they used their first two selections to grab Jared Verse and Braden Fiske, both of whom will get plenty of snaps right away. They used three more picks on the defense by adding edge rusher Brennan Jackson, tackle Tyler Davis, and safety Kamren Kinchens. The offensive line got deeper as the Rams drafted center Beaux Limmer and guard KT Leveston. Stud running back Blake Corum was drafted in the third round in hopes to be a nice compliment for Kyren Williams in the backfield.

Los Angeles Rams X-Factors

Defensive Line- As mentioned, the Rams lost their Hall of Fame rusher in Aaron Donald to retirement. While they did their fair share of work to reshape the line, they are heavily reliant on rookies and second years. Verse and Fiske join second year rushers Kobie Turner and Byron Young, both of whom had incredible seasons (17 combined sacks). This line should develop into one of the best in the league, but heading into this season their quick development is crucial to the Rams success this season.

Los Angeles Rams Notable Odds

Super Bowl Winner: +3000

NFC Champion: +1400

NFC West Winner: +330

NFL MVP- Puka Nacua: +20000

AP Defensive Rookie of the Year- Jared Verse: +1000

Los Angeles Rams Schedule Breakdown

Predicted Win Total: 8.5 Games

The Rams could very well finish second in this division, if they stay healthy. The front office did as good as they could to mitigate the losses on defense, while Cooper Kupp’s return to everyday action could really elevate this team to the next level. However, behind Nacua, Kupp, Stafford, and Williams, there is no depth on the offensive side of the ball. The Rams did not pull a favorable home schedule, as the 49ers, Packers, Dolphins, Eagles, and Bills are tough opponents and give the Rams no ease at home. With that being said, I see six very winnable games for the Rams, meaning they would need to just go 2-9 in their other 11 contests, which is very doable. The Rams may repeat their record from a season ago at 10-7 and snag a Wild Card spot.

Los Angeles Rams Predictions

I really like the over 8.5 wins for the Rams this season. They do have a tough draw at home, but there are a good number of winnable games that will get them close to the win total and allow them to have quite a few mulligans. Cooper Kupp has made it clear he is ready to get back on the field, and he and Nacua could become the best wide receiver duo in the NFL. I also like Jared Verse’s value as the AP Defensive Rookie of the Year, as he is a great fit in the Rams system and could be the steal of the draft. If Stafford stays healthy, this Rams team could go on a Packers like run that we saw a year ago.

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2024 Los Angeles Rams Predictions with Odds to Win the Super Bowl

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