NFL Predictions: Public Liking Rams 10/15/17
There’s potentially a sneaky good game this afternoon as the 3-2 Los Angeles Rams take on the 3-2 Jacksonville Jaguars. In the NFL Predictions Rams Jaguars both teams are seeking some semblance of consistency as they have posted impressive wins – but also some devastating losses. The winner of this game is set for turning around their misfortunes and should have the momentum moving forward in the season.
Odds
The betting public is liking the road team today as the 54% majority has pushed the line from the Jacksonville -2.5 opening to the -1 where it currently stands. Both teams are in factually actually negative buys on the moneyline, Jacksonville -115 and Los Angeles -105. Oddsmakers have set the total at 42.
LA Rams
The Rams had their signature win of the season thus far two weeks ago beating Dallas 35-30. Prior to that they were involved in the highest scoring game in Thursday night football history a 41-39 win over the 49ers. Both games showed the offensive firepower that the Rams are capable of – but also exposed defensive inefficiencies. LA does have the 5th ranked offense in both total yards and passing yards while RB Todd Gurley is always capable of a big play on the ground. They’ll be tested in the NFL Predictions Rams Jaguars against a Jacksonville D however that is 3rd best in the NFL in both passing yards allowed and points scored against.
Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jags have looked dominant in wins over Houston (29-7) in the opener, Baltimore (44-7)in London, and at Pittsburgh (30-9) last week. They also flubbed up in an OT loss to the Jets and lost by 3TDs to the Titans. If Jacksonville can find some consistency they’ve got to be considered a legit playoff contender. Not only is the Jaguars D on fire, they boast the NFL’s #1 rushing attack powered by Leonard Fournette. Of note, LA gives up 133.6 YPG on the ground, 27th in the NFL.
NFL Predictions Rams Jaguars
NFL Predictions Rams Jaguars is basically a toss up on which team you’re getting on both sidelines. The way Jacksonville dominated Pittsburgh a week ago makes them seem like a legitimate NFL powerhouse – who would’ve thought. In this matchup you go with the team who has shown exceptional defensive play as well as the ability to run the ball the best in the NFL.
Pick: Jacksonville Jaguars -1
