The Chicago Bears face the Los Angeles Rams in a crucial Sunday Night Football matchup, with the Rams favored by 7.5 points. Here's what you need to know before placing your bet:

Key Bears Factors:

• Andy Dalton starts at QB instead of Justin Fields
• Limited mobility could be an issue against Rams' pass rush
• Multiple defensive starters are game-time decisions
• Both starting linebackers and safeties potentially out

Rams Outlook:

• Matthew Stafford makes his Rams debut
• Healthy offensive line for the first time in recent memory
• Strong defense returns with elite front seven and secondary
• Went 10-6 against the spread in 2020

Betting Analysis: The Rams are the clear pick at -7.5. Los Angeles has significant advantages:

• Stafford provides major QB upgrade
• Healthy O-line to protect him
• Elite defense to pressure immobile Dalton
• Bears defense severely depleted by injuries

Prediction: Rams -7.5

The combination of Chicago's quarterback concerns, defensive injuries, and LA's improvements on both sides of the ball make the Rams the smart betting choice, even giving up 7.5 points.

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