The Carolina Panthers (1-4) will head across the country this weekend to take on the Los Angeles Rams (2-3) at SoFi Stadium. Kickoff on Sunday will be at 4:05 p.m. ET (FOX) in Inglewood. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Panthers vs. Rams odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.
The Panthers have sandwiched their Week 3 win with losses in Weeks 1 and 2 and in Weeks 4 and 5. Things will get even more challenging this Sunday with QB Baker Mayfield out with an ankle injury. Additionally, the team fired Matt Rhule and promoted Steve Wilks to interim coach. Perhaps that’s the change this stagnant team needs to provide a spark this season before things get even worse.
The Rams have also dropped 2 games in a row, losing to the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys. Los Angeles has only scored 1 TD in its last 2 games and ranks 4th-worst in points scored this season – a stark contrast from the Sean McVay-led offense we’re used to seeing. Injuries have plagued the Rams, particularly on the offensive line, which has led to some serious struggles in the passing game, as well as the rushing attack.
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