The Minnesota Vikings will travel to Los Angeles this Thursday night to face the Rams for a week 8 matchup.
Online football betting sites favor the Vikings to win the competition after they went 5-1 in the first six weeks of the season. The Rams, on the other hand, have struggled early, going just 2-4, but they are looking to bounce back in the latter part of the season.
Betting on the NFL is one of the most popular sports, and with game lines, props, and futures, there are plenty of ways to bet on the action.
Minnesota Vikings vs. Los Angeles Rams
- Spread: -3.0 (-105), +3.0 (-115)
- Win: -160, +135
- Total: O48.0 (-115), U48.0 (-105)
Minnesota Vikings (5-1) – On Top Of Division
The Vikings are coming off their first loss of the season last week, falling to the Detroit Lions 31-29. Both teams performed amazingly in that game; however, the Vikings came up just a little short in the end.
However, the Vikings have managed to beat some notable teams, such as the 49ers and Texans. The Vikings started the season on a sour note when their potential franchise quarterback, J.J. McCarthy, tore his right meniscus in his knee during the preseason.
Currently, the Vikings are sitting on top of the NFC North division alongside the Lions, who are also 5-1 for the season. The NFC North has proven to be the toughest division so far, as every team has won four games or more.
Rams (2-4) – Early Struggles
The Los Angeles Rams are expected to be a Super Bowl contender this year under Matthew Stafford’s hot hand. However, that has yet to be decided, with losses to the Lions, Cardinals, Bears, and Packers. The Rams defeated the 49ers in what is their biggest win so far this season.
The Rams have also been close to winning other big games, including their week one matchup against the Lions, which they lost by a touchdown in overtime 26-20. The Rams’ upcoming schedule is a mixed bag of fruit, with teams they should easily beat, including the Patriots, Dolphins, and Saints. Other remaining teams on their schedule that they could struggle with include the Seahawks, Bills, and 49ers.
Who Will Win Tonight’s Game?
While the odds indicate that the Vikings are three-point favorites, this represents the game’s outcome well. We don’t claim to be professional “team pick” artists, but personally, I will be betting on the Vikings to win the competition.
The Rams are a good team riddled with injuries, and while they will likely lose the competition, we expect them to keep it close. The only team that has blown out the Rams this year was the Cardinals in week two.