Chicago Bears vs L.a. Rams Rams Picks and Predictions September 29th 2024

FOX will broadcast the week four matchup between the Rams and Bears, with the Bears favored at -150 on the money line. The Bears are -3 point favorites, and the over/under line is sitting at 41 points. The game, played at Soldier Field in Chicago, is set to kick off at 1:00 ET on Sunday, September 29th.

Los Angeles vs. Chicago Key Information

Despite falling behind 14-0 in the first quarter, the Rams battled back and pulled out a 27-24 win over the 49ers. Los Angeles, now 1-2 on the season, was +6 point underdogs heading into the game. The Rams’ comeback started with a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Kyren Williams late in the 2nd quarter, making the score 14-7 in favor of the 49ers.

The Rams then tied the game at 24 in the 4th quarter with a 33-yard field goal from Joshua Karty. Karty later added a 37-yard field goal with five seconds left to give the Rams the lead and the win. The over/under line for the game was 44.5, and the teams combined for 51 points.

Matthew Stafford threw for 221 yards and one touchdown to help the Rams to a 27-24 win over the 49ers in their most recent game. The Rams’ offense had 19 first downs and gained 198 yards through the air. Stafford completed 16 of 25 passes (64%) and was not intercepted.

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Kyren Williams led the Rams in rushing with 89 yards on 24 attempts, including two rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown. Tutu Atwell was the top receiver with 93 yards on four catches. The Rams’ offense struggled to protect Stafford, as he was sacked three times.

In their most recent game, the Rams’ defense allowed 288 yards through the air, with the 49ers completing three touchdowns. Despite this, the Rams still came out on top with a 27-24 win. The Rams’ defense was tough on third down, allowing the 49ers to convert just 4 of 11 attempts (36.4%).The Rams’ defense struggled to defend the run, giving up 137 yards on 34 attempts. They also allowed 425 total yards and didn’t come up with many big plays, managing just one sack and losing the tackles for loss battle.

The Bears fell to the Colts 21-16 in their most recent game, leaving them with a 1-2 record for the season. Chicago was on the road for this one, and the Bears’ 13-point 4th quarter wasn’t enough to overcome a big deficit. Chicago was down 14-3 heading into the 4th quarter and 21-13 with 2:05 left in the 4th.The Bears were 2-point underdogs in this one, and with the 5-point loss, they didn’t cover the spread. The game finished with a combined 37 points, falling short of the 43.5-point total line.

The Bears’ offense managed 26 first downs in their 21-16 loss to the Colts, with quarterback Caleb Williams throwing for 363 yards on 33 completions. Despite their high passing yardage, the Bears struggled to run the ball, gaining just 63 yards on 28 attempts. Williams threw two interceptions and was sacked four times.

Chicago’s running game was led by Roschon Johnson, who had only 30 yards rushing. Williams’ top target was Rome Odunze, who had 112 yards receiving and a touchdown. The Bears’ offense also had a 42.9% third-down conversion rate.

In the Bears’ 21-16 loss to the Colts, their defense did not allow a single completion, giving up just 156 yards through the air. They did struggle against the run, allowing 150 yards on 33 attempts (4.5 per attempt). Despite this, Chicago’s defense held the Colts to a 25% conversion rate on third down and came away with two interceptions.Chicago’s defense also managed one sack in the game. Offensively, the Bears had 306 total yards in the game.

Our pick vs. the spread is to take the Rams to cover as road underdogs in this week four matchup between the Rams and Bears. The point spread lines have the Bears at -3, and we have the Rams losing by a score of 24-23.

For this week’s over/under pick, we like the over with a projected combined score of 47 points. With the line sitting at just 41 points, there is a lot of value in taking the over in this one.

Caleb Williams, Bears Aim to Level Record with Win Over Rams

The Chicago Bears went all-in on rookie quarterback Caleb Williams in the offseason, hoping he would transform their offense. As the Bears (1-2) prepare for a Sunday matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, they are looking for Williams to find consistency while key offensive pieces return to the lineup.

Keenan Allen Returns to Bolster Bears’ Offense

Chicago received good news this week with veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen practicing in a limited capacity on Wednesday. Allen has missed the last two games due to plantar fasciitis, but his return could be key to helping Williams, who has faced constant pressure from opposing defenses.

“His special talent of getting open in a phone booth is gonna be great for us,” Williams said.

Allen’s presence in the middle of the field should provide a safety net for the rookie quarterback as the Bears work through growing pains on their offensive line. Chicago gave up four sacks in a 21-16 loss to the Indianapolis Colts last week, and Williams has been sacked 11 times in the past two games.

Offensive Line Injuries Continue to Plague the Bears

Right tackle Darnell Wright is day-to-day with a back injury, which could cause more shuffling on the Bears’ offensive line. Head coach Matt Eberflus emphasized the importance of finding stability upfront.

“We’re looking at the best five (offensive linemen),” Eberflus said. “We don’t want musical chairs in there. It’s early in the season. We’re looking for that.”

Despite the protection issues, Williams had a breakout performance against the Colts, throwing for 363 yards and two touchdowns. However, turnovers remain a concern as Williams was responsible for three—two interceptions and a strip sack.

Rams Seek Back-to-Back Wins After Rallying Against 49ers

The Los Angeles Rams (1-2) avoided an 0-3 start by mounting a comeback win over the San Francisco 49ers last week, edging them 27-24 on a last-second field goal by Joshua Karty. Quarterback Matthew Stafford’s leadership was critical in the win, as he calmly guided the offense on a game-winning drive in the final moments.

“Everybody’s hurrahing and everybody’s super excited and Matt is just still,” Rams defensive tackle Kobie Turner said. “He’s just calm, and he’s going on the field like it’s a normal day.”

Running back Kyren Williams played a major role in the victory, rushing for 89 yards and two touchdowns while adding a receiving score. Stafford threw for 221 yards and a touchdown despite playing without top weapons Cooper Kupp, Puka Nacua, and Tyler Higbee, all of whom were sidelined with injuries.

Rams Still Dealing with Injury Woes

The injury bug continues to bite the Rams, as head coach Sean McVay confirmed that wide receiver Cooper Kupp would not play against Chicago. While Kupp remains on injured reserve, McVay praised his work ethic, noting that Kupp is “attacking every single day.”

Nacua and Higbee are also unavailable, but tight end Davis Allen (back) was limited in practice on Wednesday.

Bears vs. Rams: History and Outlook

The Bears lead the all-time series against the Rams 54-39-3 and hold a three-game home winning streak in the series. Chicago will be looking to continue that trend at Soldier Field on Sunday, with Williams aiming for his second career win and the Bears hoping to even their record.

However, Chicago’s own injury report remains a concern, with four players sitting out Wednesday’s practice: Wright, defensive back Terell Smith (hip), and defensive linemen Zacch Pickens (groin) and Darrell Taylor (illness).