Los Angeles Rams (2-0 Preseason) vs. Houston Texans (2-1 Preseason)
Los Angeles Rams vs. Houston Texans August 24 2024 – During the NFL preseason, both fans and bettors are turning from the struggling team to the currently perfect Los Angeles Rams who are set to play the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. This game is used as a basis for diagnosing the conditions of players, team strategies, and US sports betting sites for scoring betters. The friendly match that is expected to be tight comes on the weekend when the two teams will engage themselves in a match that will require cooperation.
Los Angeles Rams vs. Houston Texans August 24 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET |
| Where: | NRG Stadium |
| TV: | – |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
Los Angeles Rams vs. Houston Texans Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Rams | +240 | +6.5 (-120) | 34.5 over (-110) |
| Texans | -300 | -6.5 (+100) | 34.5 under (-110) |
The attractive condition of the bet makes it more interesting. Despite solid preseason numbers, Rams are clear underdogs because their offensive numbers have not been as impressive as that of Texans’. The spread at 6.5 indicates that Houston may dominate the game, but recent results by the Rams could mean a bait for risk takers.
Stetson Bennett QB vs. Davis Mills QB
With preseason in the bag and a total of 437 yards passing, Stetson Bennett has shown flashes of sheer genius and at times signs of worry. This is evident in his overall completion rate of 59.4 % and five Interceptions which could be dearly strengthening a normally solid Texans defense. For Bennett, it implies shutting the gaps and making long tries which look easy from what he is capable of to gain big quantities.
On his part, Davis Mills has a relatively lower completion rate of 69.2% but has not made any interceptions this makes him to be rather safe albeit less aggressive. He also completed far fewer passes for 191 yards but that is because the focus was on what few passes he had to prove adeptness in pressure situations that will determine the successful implementation of Houston’s high-skill tactics and clock management.
On the field, the two quarterbacks are very different from one another which should result in a very closely fought game where either man’s performance could win the game. Whether or not this particular game puts Bennett in high-risk situations depends on how he goes about playing it. The Texans’ strategy could be further slowed by Mills’ consistency, as well as it could hinder them from scoring if Rams defense escalates.
Offensive Analysis of Rams Running and Receiving.
The Rams preseason has been grounded in Boston Scott and Jordan Whittington. For instance, Scott has a basic run game scoring 4.9 yards per carry, but has not scored a touchdown which maybe discouraging to fans of the Rams who would like to see him as a scoring threat. Also, Bennett can really depend on him in tight high leverage third-down for Whittington has a total of one hundred and twenty-six receiving yards in two games contested so far.
Houston Texans Offensive Strategy: Running and Receiving
Cam Akers and Xavier Hutchison are very small but are the perfect running back and wide receiver duo for Houston. More to the point, Akers played three games for this season gaining only 59 rushing yards which I must say is not impressive at all; his average gain per carry was 3.5. While Hutchinson has not starred he has still managed to move the football for 8 receptions, amounting to 80 yards; flashing an occasional sign of what he can bring to the team in specific moments.
Los Angeles Rams Betting Trends
LA Rams are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games.
Rams are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games.
LA Rams are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games against Houston.
Rams are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games against Houston.
LA Rams are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games on the road.
Houston Texans Betting Trends
Houston are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games.
Texans are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Houston’s last 9 games against LA Rams.
Houston are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games at home.
Houston are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games against an opponent in the National Football Conference conference.
Los Angeles Rams vs. Houston Texans Betting Previews
This game is meant to be closely fought, based on the scores and trends of both teams– one can expect a game that could be decided by the narrowest of margins. For instance, the Rams have been superior to their opponents in almost every major statistical category this preseason.
If you are looking for value, the Rams might be worth a wager, particularly with the spread. Prop bets might also focus on individual performances such as Bennett’s passing yards or Scott’s rushing attempts due to their roles this preseason. Conversely, given that both offenses showed some firepower during previous encounters involving them, betting over total points would not appear unwise. Thus Houston wins narrowly from Los Angeles and this makes the Rams with a point edge being an excellent pick for those who follow free NFL predictions.
Score Prediction: Texans 20, Rams 17.
