The Los Angeles Rams will face the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football in NFL Week 1. The game will occur at 8:20 p.m. ET tonight at Ford Field in Detroit and airs on NBC and Peacocks. This matchup promises to be an exciting start to the NFL season, with both teams looking to set the tone for the rest of the year.
Rams vs Lions pregame SNF odds
The Lions are a consistent -4.5-point home favorite on SNF. The over/under for the game stands at 52.5 points. Moneyline odds from various MA sportsbooks indicate the Lions as favorites. These NFL odds suggest a competitive game with a slight edge to the home team.
- DraftKings: Rams +4.5, over/under 52.5
- FanDuel: Rams +4.5, over/under 52.5
- Caesars: Rams +4.5, over/under 52.5
- BetMGM: Rams +4.5, over/under 52.5
NFL odds are subject to change for Rams vs Lions
Rams vs Lions last season standings & stats
The Rams finished the 2023 season with a 10-7 record, ranking 2nd in the NFC West and 6th in the NFC Conference. They scored 404 points while allowing 377, with a division rank of 2nd and a conference rank of 6th. The Rams accumulated 6,108 offensive yards, including 2,045 rushing yards and 4,063 passing yards. They recorded 44 touchdowns, with 18 rushing and 26 passing touchdowns. The team’s turnover differential was -3, and they had 41 sacks and 10 fumbles.
The Lions concluded their season with a 12-5 record, ranking 1st in the NFC North and 3rd in the NFC Conference. They scored 461 points and allowed 395, with a division rank of 1st and a conference rank of 3rd. The Lions amassed 6,712 offensive yards, including 2,311 rushing yards and 4,401 passing yards. They recorded 58 touchdowns, with 27 rushing and 30 passing touchdowns. The team’s turnover differential was 0, and they had 41 sacks and 19 fumbles.
Previous season stats & injuries for Rams vs Lions
For the Rams, quarterback Matthew Stafford played 15 games, accumulating 3,965 passing yards and 24 passing touchdowns on 521 attempts. Running back Kyren Williams had 32 receptions in 12 games. Wide receiver Puka Nacua had 105 receptions in 17 games, while Cooper Kupp had 59 receptions in 12 games. Tutu Atwell contributed with 39 receptions in 16 games, and tight end Tyler Higbee had 47 receptions in 15 games. Wide receiver Demarcus Robinson had 26 receptions in 16 games, and running back Royce Freeman had 1 reception in 14 games.
For the Lions, quarterback Jared Goff played 17 games, amassing 4,575 passing yards and 30 passing touchdowns on 605 attempts. Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown had 119 receptions in 16 games. Running back David Montgomery had 16 receptions in 14 games, while rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs had 52 receptions in 15 games. Tight end Sam LaPorta had 86 receptions in 17 games. Wide receivers Josh Reynolds and Kalif Raymond contributed with 40 and 35 receptions in 17 games, respectively. Wide receiver Jameson Williams had 24 receptions in 12 games.
In terms of injuries, the Rams will be without starting defensive back Darious Williams, who is on IR with a strained hamstring. For the Lions, defensive tackle D.J. Reader will miss Week 1 due to a quad injury. Reader’s absence could impact the Lions’ defensive line, potentially giving the Rams an advantage in the running game.
Rams vs Lions recent news
The Rams’ defense is not in a favorable position for Week 1 against the Lions’ explosive offense. The Lions feature a loaded offense led by former Rams quarterback Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Sam LaPorta, Jahmyr Gibbs, and David Montgomery. Additionally, rookie kicker Joshua Karty will be tested in his first NFL game. Karty, drafted in the sixth round of the 2024 Draft, will be kicking indoors at Ford Field, which should mitigate the impact of weather conditions.
For the Lions, defensive tackle D.J. Reader will be inactive, and kicker Jake Bates is considered a risky fantasy option for Week 1. Bates had a good season in the UFL earlier this year, kicking a 64-yard field goal and two other field goals of 60 or more yards. However, his inexperience in the NFL makes him a gamble for fantasy owners.
