The NFL postseason kicks off this Saturday with the Carolina Panthers taking on the Los Angeles Rams at The Bank of America Stadium. Despite finishing the regular season below .500, the Panthers claimed the NFC South title and now face the 12-5 Rams, who missed out on the NFC West. In their previous encounter in Week 13, the Panthers caused an upset with a win, which they hope to replicate. Rams QB Matthew Stafford underperformed in that game but is expected to play better this time.
Kickoff Details
- When: Saturday, Jan. 10
- Time: 4:30 PM ET
- TV: FOX
- Stream: Fubo
- Follow along on: CBS Sports App
Betting Insights
- Odds: Rams -10.5, over/under 46.5
In their last match-up, the Panthers surprised many with a 31-28 victory in Charlotte. The Rams currently hold a 12-5 record against the spread and 10-7 on totals, while the Panthers are also 10-7 against the spread but 10-7 on unders. The Rams have made good strides lately, covering four out of their last five games and going over on the total in five consecutive games, while the Panthers have achieved four straight unders.
SGP Picks
- Rams -10.5
- Davante Adams for an anytime touchdown scorer
- Colby Parkinson over 2.5 receptions
Score Predictions
In predictions from a model simulation, the Panthers win only 24% of the time, providing some betting value. Meanwhile, the Rams cover in 53% of instances, and the Over hits 52% of the time.
Score Prediction: Rams 30, Panthers 18.
