Fresh off their first Super Bowl win since moving back to Los Angeles, the Rams, with talent they added to their roster in the offseason and the returning stars, have definite plans to be the first team since the Patriots to win back-to-back championships. With quarterback Matthew Stafford running the show along with star receiver Cooper Kupp and defensive stalwarts Aaron Donald and Jalen Ramsey, the Rams were also able to add some firepower to an already potent team. While Stafford will still rely on Kupp tremendous abilities, the former Lion did lose Robert Woods, who was traded, and Odell Beckham Jr., who remains unsigned in the wake of his torn ACL, he suffered last season.
The Rams may not need Beckham Jr. after all as they were able to sign WR Allen Robinson. The former Jaguar and Bear has never really played with a quality signal-caller in his career, so he may have his best season yet. WR Van Jefferson should continue to improve after a strong sophomore year in which he collected 802 yards receiving with 50 catches and six touchdowns. Sony Michel, who carried the offense on the ground, on to greener pastures, Stafford will get to feed the ball to capable rusher Cam Akers, who played in just one game last season before tearing his Achilles. The Florida State product should revert to the dynamic back who dashed through opposing defenses as a rookie back in 2020.
On the defensive side of the ball, the Rams did lose edge rusher Von Miller and cornerback Darious Williams in free agency but still boast a superb unit led by DT superstar Aaron Donald and recently added 8th time pro-bowler LB Bobby Wagner. Another new member on defense is an old face. The Rams re-acquired cornerback Troy Hill in a trade with the Browns on the same day they drafted four defensive backs. Hill will reprise his role in the slot, while three-time pro bowler Jalen Ramsey and David Long play outside. Ramsey is easily one of the best corners in the league while Long’s role will be elevated with Williams’ departure. Safeties Jordan Fuller and Taylor Rapp are back and should continue their stellar play at the position.
The Rams will be battle-tested in their first game of the season when they host Super Bowl favorite Buffalo and will have tough games against the Cowboys, Buccaneers, Chiefs, Raiders, Packers, Chargers and do play the 49ers and Cardinals twice this season.
Los Angeles Rams Offseason Moves:
Notable Additions: WR Allen Robinson, LB Bobby Wagner, CB Troy Hill
Notable Departures: RB Sony Michel, WR Odell Beckham Jr., WR Robert Woods, OT Andrew Whitworth, DE/OLB Von Miller, CB Darious Williams
1st and 2nd Draft Picks: None
2022-23 Los Angeles Rams NFL Futures Odds
- Odds to win the 2023 Super Bowl LVII: 12/1
- Odds to win the 2022-23 NFC Conference: +550
- Odds to win the 2022-23 NFC West +130
- 2022-23 Regular Season Win Total: Under 10½ (-130)
- Odds to Make the Playoffs: Yes -260 | No +190
- Official website: therams.com
- Twitter Account : @RamsNFL
The Bottom Line:
Of the 22 starters in last year’s Super Bowl run, sixteen have returned and three of the other six spots were greatly upgraded with the arrival of Wagner, Hill and Robinson. The Rams should probably take the NFC West this season but they will be tested with a brutal schedule. The Rams won their first Super Bowl despite significant injuries to their starters. If the team can stay healthy, I don’t see why the Rams cannot repeat as champions or at least reach the championship game
Last year’s record: 12-5
My Prediction: 12-5
2022-23 Los Angeles Rams Stage of Elimination
- To Miss the Playoffs +190
- To Lose in Divisional Round +300
- To Lose in Wildcard Round +300
- To Lose in Conference Championship Game +550
- To Lose in Super Bowl +800
- To Win Super Bowl +1100
Odds According to Bovada as of September, 2022
2022-23 Los Angeles Rams Season Team Specials
Allen Robinson & Van Jefferson over 1499.5 combined Reg season Receiving yards +160
Matthew Stafford to have over 399.5 Passing yards in at least 2 Reg season games +200
Cam Akers over 999.5 Reg season Rush yards & over 8.5 Reg season Rushing TDs +225
Tyler Higbee over 499.5 Reg season Receiving Yards & Cooper Kupp over 11.5 Reg season Receiving TDs +300
Cooper Kupp over 1499.5 Reg season receiving yards & over 11.5 Reg season Receiving TDs +325
Matthew Stafford over 0.5 Reg season Rushing TDs & Allen Robinson over 824.5 Reg season Receiving yards +400
Matthew Stafford over 4500.5 Reg season Passing yards & LA Rams to win Super Bowl +1500
LA Rams to be NFC No.1 Seed & Cam Akers to have most Reg Season Rushing Yards +12500
Aengus NFL Season Special Prediction on Rams:
- Stafford will not go over 5,000 yards passing
- Kupp will go over 1,500 yards receiving
- LA Rams will win the NFC West
- Akers will not go over 1,000 yards rushing
- LA Rams will not win Super Bowl
- Jefferson will go over 1,000 yards receiving
Season Props According to Bovada as of September, 2022
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Los Angeles Rams 2022-23 Schedule
| PRESEASON | |||||
| W. | Date | Time | Opponent | Game site | TV |
| 1 | 13-Aug | at Los Angeles Chargers | SoFi Stadium | ||
| 2 | 19-Aug | Houston Texans | SoFi Stadium | ||
| 3 | 27-Aug | at Cincinnati Bengals | Paycor Stadium | ||
| REGULAR SEASON | |||||
| W. | Date | Time | Opponent | Game site | TV |
| 1 | 8-Sep | 8:20 p.m. | Buffalo Bills | SoFi Stadium | NBC |
| 2 | 18-Sep | 4:05 p.m. | Atlanta Falcons | SoFi Stadium | Fox |
| 3 | 25-Sep | 4:25 p.m. | at Arizona Cardinals | State Farm Stadium | Fox |
| 4 | 3-Oct | 8:15 p.m. | at San Francisco 49ers | Levi’s Stadium | ESPN |
| 5 | 9-Oct | 4:25 p.m. | Dallas Cowboys | SoFi Stadium | Fox |
| 6 | 16-Oct | 4:05 p.m. | Carolina Panthers | SoFi Stadium | Fox |
| 7 | Bye | ||||
| 8 | 30-Oct | 4:25 p.m. | San Francisco 49ers | SoFi Stadium | Fox |
| 9 | 6-Nov | 4:25 p.m. | at Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Raymond James Stadium | CBS |
| 10 | 13-Nov | 4:25 p.m. | Arizona Cardinals | SoFi Stadium | Fox |
| 11 | 20-Nov | 1:00 p.m. | at New Orleans Saints | Caesars Superdome | Fox |
| 12 | 27-Nov | 4:25 p.m. | at Kansas City Chiefs | Arrowhead Stadium | Fox |
| 13 | 4-Dec | 4:05 p.m. | Seattle Seahawks | SoFi Stadium | Fox |
| 14 | 8-Dec | 8:15 p.m. | Las Vegas Raiders | SoFi Stadium | Prime Video |
| 15 | 19-Dec | 8:15 p.m. | at Green Bay Packers | Lambeau Field | ESPN/ABC |
| 16 | 25-Dec | 4:30 p.m. | Denver Broncos | SoFi Stadium | CBS/Nick |
| 17 | 1-Jan | 8:20 p.m. | at Los Angeles Chargers | SoFi Stadium | NBC |
| 18 | Jan 7/8 | TBD | at Seattle Seahawks | Lumen Field | TBD |
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