NFLGame PreviewsLAR VS ATL Preview Week17 29-DEC-2025

Game Preview of Los Angeles Rams @ Atlanta Falcons. Week 17 of 2025 NFL Season

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LAR

11-4-0
@
30DEC25
08:15pm
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ATL

6-9-0
Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Game Preview

The Los Angeles Rams head to Atlanta to face the Falcons on Monday night in Week 17. Kickoff is set for 8:15 PM ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Rams sit at 11-4 and look to lock in playoff seeding with a win. The Falcons, at 6-9, are clinging to slim postseason hopes.

The Rams come in as 8.5-point road favorites. They’re looking to bounce back after a wild 38-37 loss to Seattle. Los Angeles has won eight straight games following a loss, and they’ve been strong on the road against losing teams.

Atlanta is just 2-5 at home and has dropped eight of its last nine when listed as an underdog before a division game. The Falcons do pressure quarterbacks well, but their offense struggles on third down and in long-drive situations.

Injuries could play a big role. The Rams are banged up on the offensive line, with starting tackle Alaric Jackson questionable and another starter already on IR. Falcons wideout Drake London is also questionable, which could limit Atlanta’s ability to keep up.

Current Season Form

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LAR

Away
Record:11-4-0
ATS:11-4-0
O/U:8-7-0
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ATL

Home
Record:6-9-0
ATS:8-7-0
O/U:7-8-0

Head-to-Head Summary

Record:
2-3Winner logo
ATS:1-4-0
O/U:3-2-0

Past Results

DateOpponentResultATSO/U
2025-12-21@ ARIW 26-19W +-2.5u48.5
2025-12-11@ TBW 29-28L 6.0o43.5
2025-12-07vs SEAL 9-37L -7.0o44.5
2025-11-30@ NYJL 24-27P -3.0o38.5
2025-11-23@ NOW 24-10W +1.5u41.5
2025-11-16vs CARL 27-30W +4.5o42.5
2025-11-09@ INDL 25-31L 6.5o48.5
2025-11-02@ NEL 23-24L 5.5o45.5
2025-10-26vs MIAL 10-34L 7.0u44.5
2025-10-19@ SFL 10-20L 1.5u46.5

Key Insights

  • The Rams defense ranks in the top 30% at stopping explosive runs (2.7% allowed) and is solid in short-yardage stops.
  • Atlanta’s third-down offense is one of the worst in the league, converting just 33.7% of attempts.
  • The Falcons generate sacks at a 9.1% rate, among the NFL’s best, and convert pressures to sacks efficiently.
  • Rams struggle to generate pressure themselves, ranking bottom-third in sack rate and pressure-to-sack conversion.
  • Atlanta’s offense leans on shotgun and no-huddle looks, with high usage in both categories.
  • Los Angeles has shown vulnerability to running backs recently, giving up big games to players like Kenneth Walker.

Betting Insights

  • Rams are 8.5-point favorites at -115, riding a trend of covering in road games vs. losing teams.
  • The total is set at 48.5, with juice favoring the Over at -143, signaling high-scoring expectations.
  • Kyren Williams Over 62.5 rushing yards (-119) is worth a look against a Falcons defense that struggles with run fits.
  • Bijan Robinson Under 75.5 rushing yards (-119) could hit if the Falcons fall behind and abandon the ground game.
  • Puka Nacua is -145 to score anytime; he’s the Rams’ most consistent red zone threat and faces a thin Atlanta secondary.
  • Matthew Stafford Under 275.5 passing yards (-118) aligns with Atlanta’s strong pass defense (195.1 yards allowed per game).

Final Summary

This Monday night matchup sets up as a key test for the playoff-bound Rams and a last gasp for Atlanta. Los Angeles has been great at rebounding from losses and should lean on its run game to control the clock. Kyren Williams and Blake Corum provide a strong 1-2 punch, especially against a Falcons defense that gives up explosive plays on the ground.

Atlanta’s best chance is generating pressure on Matthew Stafford. They rank near the top in sack rate and will look to exploit a Rams offensive line missing key starters. But their offense struggles to stay on the field, especially on third downs, and may not keep pace if they fall behind early.

The total is high, but juice on the Over suggests books expect points. Still, with Atlanta’s limited firepower and a Rams team that could lean run-heavy, scoring might depend on game flow. Prop bettors should watch injury updates closely, especially with key players like Drake London and Alaric Jackson listed as questionable.

Expect the Rams to do enough to cover, but the margin could tighten if Atlanta’s pass rush hits home. This is a spot where Los Angeles' playoff urgency meets Atlanta’s desperation, but only one team looks ready to deliver.

Statistical Battle Boards

Viewing: ATL Offense vs LAR Defense
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StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Total Points219#27179#32ATL advantage
Total Points Per Game19.9#2616.3#1LAR advantage
Total Touchdowns23#2618#2LAR advantage
Passing Touchdowns11#3013#8LAR advantage
Rushing Touchdowns12#134#1LAR advantage
Other Touchdowns0#191#16LAR advantage
Total Kicking Points77#1771#25ATL advantage
Total Two Point Conversions2#30#27ATL advantage
Kick Extra Points20#2414#31ATL advantage
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StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Net Passing Yards2307#182293#20ATL advantage
Net Passing Yards Per Game210#18208#20ATL advantage
Passer Rating87.4#2279.8#29ATL advantage
Passing Attempts351#22398#26ATL advantage
Completions214#26254#9LAR advantage
Completion Percentage61#2663.8#11LAR advantage
Passing 1st downs117#19119#17LAR advantage
Passing 1st Down %55.7#1655.9#15LAR advantage
Longest Pass69#1075#6LAR advantage
Passing Fumbles Lost3#126#1LAR advantage
Receiving Targets335#22383#7LAR advantage
Receptions214#26254#24LAR advantage
Receiving Yards After Catch1093#211001#4LAR advantage
YAC Average5.1#143.9#2LAR advantage
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StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Rushing Yards1320#141130#12LAR advantage
Rushing Yards Per Game120#13103#20ATL advantage
Rushing Attempts298#16289#12LAR advantage
Yards Per Rush Attempt4.4#133.9#28ATL advantage
Rushing 1st downs73#2074#12LAR advantage
20+ Yard Rushing Plays5#232#31ATL advantage
Long Rushing81#229#32ATL advantage
Rushing Fumbles5#232#31ATL advantage
Rushing Fumbles Lost2#101#23ATL advantage