- The Browns are -7 point favorites vs the Rams
- Total (Over/Under): 39.5 points
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The Los Angeles Rams (2-0-0) visit Huntington Bank Field to take on the Cleveland Browns (2-0-0) on Aug. 23. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EDT in Cleveland, OH.
The Browns are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -7 (-115).
The Rams vs. Browns Over/Under is 39.5 total points for the game.
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Rams vs. Browns Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Rams | +7 -105 | 39.5 -115 | +260 |
| Browns | -7 -115 | 39.5 -105 | -325 |
Rams vs. Browns Prediction
The winning team model predicts the Browns will win this game with 76.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.
Rams vs Browns Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Rams will cover the spread with 66.4% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Rams players this game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Rams Player Prop Bets Today
- Matthew Stafford has hit the Interceptions Under in 8 of his last 9 games (+7.05 Units / 70% ROI)
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Browns players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Browns Player Prop Best Bets Today
- Jerome Ford has hit the Carries Under in 11 of his last 13 games (+8.65 Units / 57% ROI)
Rams Best Bets:
- The Los Angeles Rams have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 12 of their last 17 games (+8.98 Units / 43% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Rams have covered the 2Q Spread in 12 of their last 15 games (+8.75 Units / 50% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Rams have hit the Moneyline in 12 of their last 21 games (+7.15 Units / 25% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Rams have covered the 2H Spread in their last 6 away games (+6.05 Units / 87% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Rams have covered the Spread in their last 6 away games (+6.00 Units / 92% ROI)
Browns Best Bets:
- The Cleveland Browns have hit the 1H Team Total Under in 7 of their last 8 games at home (+6.05 Units / 66% ROI)
- The Cleveland Browns have covered the 4Q Spread in 7 of their last 8 games at home (+5.85 Units / 60% ROI)
- The Cleveland Browns have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 5 of their last 8 games at home (+5.15 Units / 57% ROI)
- The Cleveland Browns have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 games (+2.75 Units / 48% ROI)
- The Cleveland Browns have hit the 2H Game Total Over in 7 of their last 11 games (+2.47 Units / 20% ROI)
Los Angeles Rams: Keys to the Game vs. the Cleveland Browns
The Rams were winless (0-5) when losing at least one fumble last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: .379.
The Rams were undefeated (7-0) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter last season — best in NFL; League Avg: .500.
The Rams were 8-5 (.615) when averaging more than 5 yards on first down plays last season — T-9th-best in NFL; League Avg: .565.
The Rams were 10-2 (.833) when not losing a fumble last season — 5th-best in NFL; League Avg: .582.
Cleveland Browns: Keys to the Game vs. the Los Angeles Rams
The Browns were winless (0-4) when forcing 2 or more turnovers last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .730.
The Browns were winless (0-13) when trailing at the end of the third quarter last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .152.
The Browns were winless (0-4) vs top 10 pass defenses last season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .553.
The Browns were 1-12 (.077) when making less than 5 explosive passes in a game last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .434.
Additional Matchup Notes for Los Angeles Rams vs. Cleveland Browns
The Browns were successful on just 36.7% of plays they ran on play action passes last season — worst in NFL. The Eagles allowed a success rate of just 41.1% on play action passes last season — 2nd-best in NFL.
The Browns were successful on just 40.5% of pass attempts on play action passes last season — worst in NFL. The Eagles allowed a success rate of just 42.6% on pass attempts on play action passes last season — 2nd-best in NFL.
The Browns were successful on just 36.1% of plays they ran last season — worst in NFL. The Eagles allowed a success rate of just 39.5% last season — 3rd-best in NFL.
The Rams averaged 0.28 epa per play on play action passes in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — 4th-best in NFL. The Chargers allowed 0.31 epa per play on play action passes in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — T-4th-worst in NFL.
The Rams scored on 29.1% of their drives in the first half last season — 4th-worst in NFL. The Chargers defense allowed scores on 25.3% of opponent drives in the first half last season — 2nd-best in NFL.
The Rams scored on 14.3% of their drives in the first quarter last season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Chargers defense allowed scores on 17% of opponent drives in the first quarter last season — 2nd-best in NFL.
Los Angeles Rams Offense: Important Stats
The Rams did not convert a late down on 149 plays (0%) with over 10 yards to go last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 3%.
The Rams ran successful plays on 41% of pass attempts in the 1st quarter last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 48%.
The Rams ran successful plays on 71% of pass attempts against a light rush last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 45%.
The Rams scored on 14% of their drives (6/42) in the 1st quarter last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 30%.
Cleveland Browns Offense: Important Stats
The Browns averaged -0.30 epa per play on motion plays last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.01.
The Browns ran successful plays on 35% of pass attempts on motion plays last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Browns ran successful plays on 35% of pass attempts in the 1st half last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Browns have averaged -0.24 epa per play on motion plays since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.00.
Los Angeles Rams Defense: Important Stats
The Rams defense allowed a passer rating of just 49.8 on 3rd and long (63 Pass Attempts) last season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 83.1.
The Rams defense allowed a third down conversion rate of 47% in the 2nd half last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 39%.
The Rams defense has allowed opponents to catch just 66 of 131 passes (50% Reception Pct) on 3rd and long since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 62%.
The Rams defense has allowed a Completion Pct of just 47% (66 completions/142 attempts) on 3rd and long since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 60%.
Cleveland Browns Defense: Important Stats
The Browns defense tackled opponents for a loss on 93 of 463 rushing attempts (20% TFL%) last season. — best in NFL; League Avg: 12%.
The Browns defense has allowed successful plays on 39% of pass attempts from their own territory since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Browns defense has allowed a fourth down conversion rate of 48% in short yardage situations since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 65%.
The Browns defense have forced three and outs on 30% of opponent drives since the 2023 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 21%.
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