WagerTalk NFL handicapper Andy Lang offers his Minnesota Vikings vs Los Angeles Rams NFL Week 16 betting preview. At the time of posting, the Rams are holding steady as a 3.5-point road favorite in Minnesota, with the total sitting at 49 points.<\/p>\n
Stay on top of the latest NFL<\/a> updates direct from Las Vegas!<\/em><\/p>\n The Los Angeles Rams travel to Minnesota for a critical meeting with the Vikings at US Bank Stadium. The Rams were one of three teams that had to have their games rescheduled due to Covid protocols. The Rams scored a 20-10 home win against the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday night.<\/p>\n Meanwhile the Vikings snagged a victory in Chicago over the Bears by a score of 17-9 on Monday night. Quarterback Kirk Cousins only attempted 12 passes for 87 yards in the hard fought victory. The Rams virtually have a playoff spot secured with a 99% chance to advance, while the Vikings have a 35% chance at a wild card.<\/p>\n Breaking news…. Dalvin Cook is out for this game due to being placed in the Covid health and safety protocol list. Since he’s unvaccinated, he won’t be eligible to return for 10 days. While it’s a huge blow to the Vikings, just imagine how fantasy football GMs feel as they compete without him in the semi-finals.<\/p>\n The Vikings will rely on Alexander Mattison to carry the workload in Cooks absence. They will also look to sophomore Justin Jefferson who ranks as top five receiver in the league.<\/p>\n Defense is usually a trademark of a Mike Zimmer team, however only three teams have allowed more passing yards than the Minnesota Vikings. While the Vikings defense kept a lid on the Bears, the explosive Rams offense present a completely different challenge.<\/p>\n Upgrading from Jared Goff to Matthew Stafford has elevated this Rams team, in particular Cooper Kupp. Kupp has become the most consistent wide receiver in the game. Odell Beckham Jr is getting comfortable in the offense, while wide receiver Van Jefferson has stepped up since Robert Woods was injured.<\/p>\n The Rams defense isn’t near the top of charts in pass or rush defense, but they have played a tough schedule. They still have dominant players like defensive lineman Aaron Donald and cornerback Jalen Ramsey.<\/p>\n The Rams are favored by 3.5 points with an over\/under of 49. Both teams will be on short rest and that will have an effect on their performance Sunday. Both teams have similar ATS records, the Vikings are 8-6 while the Rams are 7-7.<\/p>\n These teams both need a victory here for playoff spots and seeding. I’m going to make the Rams -3.5 my official play. They play better defense and I trust Matthew Stafford more than Kirk Cousins.<\/p>\n Official Play: Los Angeles Rams -3.5<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc40\ud83e\udd11 @thegoldsheet<\/a> is feeling the Holiday Spirit! From today until January 2nd, you can have FREE ACCESS to the Gold Sheet. \u2014 WagerTalk (@WagerTalk) December 24, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n
\n NFL Week 16<\/th>\n Betting Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Point Spread:<\/td>\n Los Angeles Rams -3.5 at Minnesota Vikings<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Total:<\/td>\n 49 Points<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Game Time:<\/td>\n 1:00pm ET \/ 10:00am PT on Sunday, December 26<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Stadium:<\/td>\n US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n TV:<\/td>\n FOX<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Minnesota Vikings vs Los Angeles Rams Predictions<\/h2>\n
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