Rams vs. Titans: Preview, score prediction for Week 16

Los Angeles Rams vs. Tennessee Titans

After a loss to the 49ers, the Tennessee Titans head into a dominant matchup against the feared Los Angeles Rams. With the Jaguars on the upswing, the Titans can’t play around this time. If they plan on getting to the playoffs, they need to beat out the Rams.

As for the Rams, they’re easily one of the most dominant NFC teams. After uprooting the Seahawks last week, they have taken control in the NFC West. With an impressive defense and a solid offense, the Rams look to improve to 11-4.

With two young quarterbacks at their helm, a matchup between Jared Goff and Marcus Mariota is highly-anticipated. Mariota might not be having as impressive a season, but seeing the former first and second overall picks face off is always exciting.

Keys to Victory

For the Rams, there isn’t much they need to improve upon. After such a dominant game last week, they are the new favorite. In previous weeks, they have given up some huge opportunities on defense. Against the Eagles, the Rams allowed the Eagles to take advantage of turnovers and later, score the game-winning field goal.

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While the Titans aren’t as dominant, the Rams can’t allow them any leeway. Even the smallest amount is costly. As for the offense, there hasn’t been much room for improvement as Todd Gurley is at the top of his game and Goff is connecting with his receivers. If the defense can stay dominant and get in Mariota’s face, victory will be almost guaranteed.

The Titans are going to have their hands full this week. Like I mentioned above, the Rams are on a roll even after a heartbreaking loss to the Eagles. The key to victory for the Titans will be not allowing Goff to have a day against them. Last week against the 49ers, Jimmy Garoppolo lit them up and they can’t have a repeat performance.

For the Titans, they need to pressure Goff and make him uncomfortable. It’s not going to be easy, but getting in Goff’s face will force him to make risky throws. He doesn’t throw many interceptions, but that pressure could result in one. Either way, the Titans defense has to step up this week.

Betting Odds

Point Spread: Los Angeles -6.5
Moneyline: Los Angeles -290, Tennessee +245
Over/Under: 47.5

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Prediction

After the Titans loss to the 49ers last week, it’s pretty clear the Rams are the favorite in this matchup. The Rams are extremely hot and have only continued to improve especially after beating the Seahawks last week. As one of the best teams in the NFC right now, the Rams are a sure bet to win against the struggling Titans.

Final Score: Los Angeles Rams: 31, Tennessee Titans: 21