Published Dec 11, 7:06pm ET by
Keith McCarthy - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Dec 11, 7:06pm ET
Updated Dec 11, 7:07pm ET
The Lions and Rams face off in a matchup between two likely playoff teams in the NFC. Detroit sits in the #8 spot, needing a win to keep up the pace. They'll face an uphill battle in Los Angeles.
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| Los Angeles Rams | -6.0 (-105) |
| Detroit Lions | +6.0 (-105) |
The Lions dominated the Cowboys on Sunday, taking full advantage of the defensive troubles Dallas has been having. Despite their 8-5 record, Detroit sits in the NFC's 8th spot, out of the current playoff picture. The conference being top-heavy hurts the Lions, but they still control their own destiny. They'll look to continue their offensive momentum in Los Angeles against a Rams defense that will be much tougher.
3-spot for Jah boy!@Jahmyr_Gibbs1 | #ProBowlVote pic.twitter.com/3bst2xYveE
— Detroit Lions (@Lions) December 5, 2025
The Rams bounced back last week, thoroughly trouncing the Cardinals in their 45-17 victory. Having now won 7 of their last 8 games, the 10-3 Rams are closing in on clinching a playoff spot. However, they face heavy opposition from the 10-3 Seahawks and 9-4 49ers within the division, applying pressure to continue winning. They will turn to QB Matthew Stafford to continue his sensational play against his former team.
Absolute strike from Matthew Stafford to Colby Parkinson. 😮💨
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) December 7, 2025
📺: @NFLonFOX | #ProBowlVote pic.twitter.com/oqEHwnKicw
The Jared Goff/Matthew Stafford Bowl takes place again this week, with both teams once again playoff hopefuls. The Rams are favored by 6 points at home, which seems like a well-placed spread. Los Angeles will certainly have the advantage in this one, but Detroit will also enter with an extra level of desperation. Ultimately, I expect the Rams to win this game by about a field goal margin, allowing the Lions to cover.
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Detroit Lions +6.0
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