by Rod Pearson
Wednesday, Oct 18, 2023
Game Time: 4:05 pm ET, Sunday, October 22, 2023
Venue: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
Where to Watch: FOX
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Steelers +3, Rams -3; Over/Under: 43.5 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Steelers +3, Rams -3; Over/Under: 44 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Steelers +3, Rams -3; Over/Under: 44 points
Season Record
Pittsburgh Steelers: 3-2 (2nd place, AFC North)
Los Angeles Rams: 3-3 (3rd place, NFC West)
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Pittsburgh Steelers: won their last game at home against the Baltimore Ravens 17-10.
Los Angeles Rams: won their last game at home against the Arizona Cardinals 26-9.
Pittsburgh Steelers vs Los Angeles Rams Preview and Analysis
The Steelers are entering this game with a 3-2 record overall and they have a 2-0 record in their divisional games too. They are 2-1 in their home games, 1-1 in their road games, and they are also 0-0 in their neutral site games this season, but they will be on the road for this game. They won their last game against the Baltimore Ravens 17-10. Kenny Pickett was the starting QB and he completed 18/32 passes for 224 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 0 interceptions. Jaylen Warren led the team in rushing yards with 40. George Pickens led the receivers with 130 receiving yards on 6 receptions and 1 TD. Cole Holcomb led the defense in that game with 8 solo tackles and 1 assisted tackle while T. J. Watt led the defense in sacks with 2. Joey Porter Jr. came away with the only interception for them in that game.
The Rams are entering this game with a 3-3 record overall and they have a 2-1 record in their divisional games too. They are 1-2 in their home games, 2-1 in their road games, and they are also 0-0 in their neutral site games this season, but they will be at home for this game. They won their last game against the Arizona Cardinals 26-9. Matthew Stafford was the starting QB and he completed 15/24 passes for 226 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 0 interceptions. Kyren Williams led the team in rushing yards with 158 and 1 TD. Cooper Kupp led the receivers with 148 receiving yards on 7 receptions and 1 TD. Ernest Jones IV led the defense in that game with 7 solo tackles and 3 assisted tackles while Byron Young and Jonah Williams each led the defense in sacks with 1. Christian Rozeboom came away with the only interception for them in that game.
Steelers vs Rams Prediction
The current betting odds have the Rams listed as a 3 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Rams are 3-3 this season and they have been really up and down in their games but they are coming off a nice win over the Cardinals in their last game and their offense has been starting to click more. The Steelers are 3-2 overall and they are coming off their bye but despite their winning record this season, they haven't looked that good in their games. Their defense has been good but not great and their offense has been struggling a lot to move the ball. The Steelers defense will be able to keep them in this game for so long before they get overpowered by this strong Rams offense that can put up points. The Steelers defense will also wear down throughout this game as the offense won't be able to stay on the field. The best way to place a bet here is on the Rams to cover the spread in this game.
Steelers Rams Prediction: Our NFL Pick for Sunday, October 22, 2023 (4:05 pm ET start time) is Rams 27 Steelers 16.
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NFL Betting Trends
Pittsburgh Steelers: 13-5 ATS in games where the line is +3 to -3. 68-42 ATS as a road underdog of 7 points or less. 13-6 UNDER in games where the line is +3 to -3. 13-7 UNDER in all games where the total is between 42.5 and 49 points.
Los Angeles Rams: 25-44 ATS in a home game where the total is between 42.5 and 45 points. 7-14 ATS after 1 or more consecutive wins. 9-5 UNDER off a division game. 23-13 UNDER against AFC North division opponents.
Key Injuries
Pittsburgh Steelers: D. Johnson (WR) Ques Sun - Hamstring. A. McFarland Jr. (RB) Ques Sun - Knee. P. Harvin III (P) Ques Sun - Hamstring. J. Daniels (OL) Ques Sun - Groin. D. Moore Jr. (OT) Ques Sun - Knee. D. Leal (DE) Ques Sun - Concussion. P. Freiermuth (TE) Late Oct - Hamstring. C. Heyward (DT) Mid Nov - Groin. R. Wren (DT) I-R - Achilles. C. Trice (DB) I-R - Leg.
Los Angeles Rams: J. Noteboom (OL) Ques Sun - Groin. D. Johnson (DE) Ques Sun - Thumb. L. Murchison (DT) Ques Sun - Knee. K. Williams (RB) Doub Sun - Ankle. R. Rivers (RB) Late Nov - Knee. B. Brown III (NT) Early Dec - Knee. J. Taylor II (DB) Out indefinitely - Groin. S. Bennett (QB) Out indefinitely - Illness. H. Long (TE) Out indefinitely - Thigh.
Notable Quotes
“We found a way to win down the stretch. I think that’s all that matters. You know, we're nowhere near as good as we need to be.” - Kenny Pickett after their win against the Ravens in their last game.
“He was running like an absolute man on a mission today. He was the star in the second half.” - Sean McVay on Kyren Williams after his team’s win against the Cardinals in their last game.
Starting Lineups
Pittsburgh Steelers
WR Austin III, Calvin
WR Pickens, George
WR ROBINSON II, ALLEN
TE Freiermuth, Pat
QB Pickett, Kenny
RB Harris, Najee
Los Angeles Rams
WR Atwell, Tutu
WR Nacua, Puka
WR KUPP, COOPER
TE HIGBEE, TYLER
QB STAFFORD, MATTHEW
RB Williams, Kyren
Statistical Leaders
Pittsburgh Steelers
Passing: K. Pickett (1027)
Rushing: N. Harris (247)
Receiving: G. Pickens (393)
Touchdowns: P. Freiermuth (2)
Los Angeles Rams
Passing: M. Stafford (1677)
Rushing: K. Williams (456)
Receiving: P. Nacua (598)
Touchdowns: K. Williams (7)
Coaches:
Pittsburgh Steelers: Mike Tomlin (17th season)
Los Angeles Rams: Sean McVay (7th season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
