ARI to win+700
TLDR: Mike LaFleur spent 3 seasons inside the Rams' offense, and a Rams team on short rest with a 36-year-old backup at left tackle gives Arizona the opening an upset needs.
Point
- Coaching
Mike LaFleur spent 2023 through 2025 as McVay's offensive coordinator, so Arizona's staff already knows the Rams' calls, checks and habits.
- Rest
The Rams went 5 quarters with Buffalo on Monday night, and Arizona played Sunday, so we get the fresher legs and the longer week to prepare.
- Left tackle
David Quessenberry, 36, fills in for the suspended Alaric Jackson in his first start since January 2024, which gives Arizona a soft edge to attack.
- Home field
The Rams are 1-2 at SoFi Stadium this season, so their own building has not been much of an advantage.
Counterpoint
- Series
McVay's Rams are 16-3 against Arizona since 2017, playoffs included, and that edge has held against every Cardinals regime he has faced.
- Yardage
The Rams have outgained opponents by 696 yards, the best margin in the league, so their 2-3 record makes them look worse than they are.
Neutral
- Weather
No weather — indoors at SoFi Stadium.
- Travel
Arizona makes a short hop from Phoenix with no clock change in October, so neither team has a travel edge in Inglewood.