- Matchup: New York Giants vs Los Angeles Rams
- Date: Monday, September 21, 2026
- Venue: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Line: Rams -7.5
- Total Points: 48
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SoFi Stadium is set to host an exciting showdown between the Los Angeles Rams (0-1) and the New York Giants (1-0) this Monday. The Rams are opening as 7.5-point favorites. The over/under for this matchup is set at 48 points.
The New York Giants enter this game with a 1-0 record this season. Their previous game saw them triumph over the Dallas Cowboys with a score of 28-20. Cam Skattebo stood out on the ground, carrying the ball 18 times for 81 yards (averaging 4.5 yards per carry). Isaiah Likely impressed with 78 yards on 8 receptions, averaging 9.8 yards per catch. Quarterback Jaxson Dart completed 23 of 29 passes for a total of 230 yards and 3 touchdowns, earning a QB rating of 134.2 without any interceptions. In terms of run defense, the Giants allowed 69 yards on 18 carries, averaging just 3.8 yards per rush. New York permitted 22 completions on 34 attempts, totaling 175 yards and a completion percentage of 64.7%. Overall, they ran 66 offensive plays and amassed 394 total yards, including 165 rushing yards on 37 attempts, averaging 4.5 yards per carry.
Thus far in the season, the Giants have accumulated a total of 394 yards. The team has achieved 14 first downs and incurred 10 penalties for a cumulative 114 yards. In terms of scoring, New York has successfully tallied 3 passing touchdowns and 1 rushing touchdown, while turning the ball over just once. They rank 6th in the league with an average of 165.0 rushing yards per game and score an impressive 28.0 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Giants rank 11th overall, permitting an average of 20.0 points per game. They allow just 3.8 yards per carry and 69.0 rushing yards per outing. In the passing game, New York has given up 175 yards, also placing them at 11th in the league. Their defense has allowed a total of 244.0 yards per game, securing them the 5th position in football. This includes giving up 2 passing touchdowns and 1 rushing touchdown. This season, they have only conceded 69 yards on the ground.
The Rams enter this matchup with a 0-1 record for the 2026 season. In their most recent game, they faced off against the San Francisco 49ers, suffering a defeat with a score of 27-7. Matthew Stafford ended the contest with 155 yards, completing 15 of 25 passes for a quarterback rating of 61.2, including 1 interception and averaging 6.2 yards per throw. Kyren Williams managed 11 carries for a total of 41 yards, averaging 3.7 yards per attempt. Puka Nacua emerged as a primary target for the Rams, securing 5 receptions for 74 yards (averaging 14.8 yards per catch). The Rams managed to finish with 122 rushing yards on 29 attempts, averaging 4.2 yards per carry. Overall, they totaled 290 yards across 57 plays, averaging 5.1 yards per play. On defense, the Rams allowed a completion percentage of 73.5%, surrendering 205 yards on 25 out of 34 passing attempts. They faced 30 rushing attempts that yielded 174 yards (averaging 5.8 yards per rush).
Looking at scoring stats, the Rams find themselves at the bottom of the league, averaging just 7.0 points per game. So far this season, Los Angeles has recorded 168 passing yards and averages 122.0 rushing yards per game. Their overall offensive output stands at 290.0 yards per game, placing them 19th in the NFL. The Rams have incurred only 4 penalties for a total of 43 yards, ranking them 30th in the league for giving the opposition extra chances. They’ve recorded 1 interception and 1 fumble, while managing just 6 first downs.
Defensively, the Rams allow an average of 27.0 points per game, which ranks 19th in the league. They have conceded 3 passing touchdowns and 205.0 passing yards per game, also placing them 19th overall. The Rams have surrendered a total of 174 rushing yards and rank 20th overall with 64 plays from scrimmage. Their defense accounts for only 1 turnover this season, tallying a total of 27 points allowed.
Who will emerge victorious in this evening’s Giants-Rams NFL matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back the Rams -7.5
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