Dolphins vs. Rams Monday Night Football Odds, Line, Spread & Prediction: NFL Model Picks on 14-7 Roll

Dolphins vs. Rams Monday Night Football Odds, Line, Spread & Prediction: NFL Model Picks on 14-7 Roll

November 12, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor Sports

Dolphins vs. Rams: Key Points and Predictions

Game Details

  • Teams: Miami Dolphins (2-6) vs. Los Angeles Rams (4-4)
  • Date and Time: Monday, November 11, 2024, at 8:15 p.m. ET
  • Location: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
  • TV: ESPN or ABC[1][3][5].

Current Form

  • Miami Dolphins: On a three-game losing streak, having lost their last game to the Buffalo Bills 30-27. They are 1-3 SU and 2-2 ATS on the road this season[2][3].
  • Los Angeles Rams: On a three-game winning streak, having beaten the Seattle Seahawks 26-20 in overtime in their last game. They are 3-1 SU and 2-2 ATS at home this season[2][3].

Betting Lines

  • Spread: Los Angeles Rams -2.5 points
  • Over/Under: 49.5 points
  • Money Line: Los Angeles Rams -135, Miami Dolphins +115[5].

Team Performances

  • Miami Dolphins:

    • Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been strong since his return, completing 73.7% and 89.3% of his passes in the last two games, with 465 yards and three touchdowns. The Dolphins offense has been potent, scoring 54 combined points in Tua’s two games back[1][5].
    • Running back De’Von Achane is a key player in both the run and pass games, with 420 rushing yards and 302 receiving yards this season[5].
    • The Dolphins defense has struggled, allowing 58 points in the last two games and ranking 28th in Defensive DVOA[1][2].
  • Los Angeles Rams:
    • Quarterback Matthew Stafford leads a potent passing attack, ranking ninth in the league with 231.8 passing yards per game. He has completed 65.9% of his passes for 1,969 yards, nine touchdowns, and six interceptions[2][5].
    • Running back Kyren Williams has been consistent, with 161 carries for 602 yards and eight touchdowns. He has rushed for 60-plus yards in six straight games[5].
    • The Rams have recently welcomed back key receivers Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua from injuries, which has boosted their offense[1][3].

Injuries

  • Miami Dolphins: Tyreek Hill (wrist) is active for the game despite missing practice on Friday and Saturday[5].
  • Los Angeles Rams: OL Rob Havenstein (ankle) is out. WR Demarcus Robinson (toe), OL Kevin Dotson (ankle), S Kamren Curl (knee), P Ethan Evans (illness), and WR Jordan Whittington (shoulder) are questionable[2].

Predictions

  • Over/Under: Predictions favor the Over, given the strong offense of both teams. The Dolphins have scored 27-plus points in consecutive games, and the Rams have put up significant points during their winning streak[1][2].
  • Spread: The Rams are favored to win by 2.5 points, but the Dolphins have the potential to keep the game close with their strong offense[5].

This game is expected to be high-scoring, with both teams capable of putting up significant points. The Rams’ home advantage and recent form make them favorites, but the Dolphins have the firepower to make it a competitive matchup.