{"id":647599,"date":"2026-01-12T14:20:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T13:20:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=647599"},"modified":"2026-01-13T10:29:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T09:29:51","slug":"chicago-bears-vs-los-angeles-rams-opening-odds-early-picks-divisional-round","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/chicago-bears-vs-los-angeles-rams-opening-odds-early-picks-divisional-round\/","title":{"rendered":"NFL Divisional Round Lookahead \u2013 Chicago Bears vs Los Angeles Rams Opening Odds, Early Picks &#038; Predictions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It&rsquo;s the second round of the NFL playoffs and this game is between the Chicago Bears and the Los Angeles Rams for the Divisional round. The Rams played in the first game of the Wild Card round against the Panthers and came through with a 34-31 win on the road as the number 5 seed.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The Bears faced their divisional rivals, the Green Bay Packers, in a game that went down to the wire despite Chicago falling behind 21-3 at the half. Nevertheless, Chicago will now head into the <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/nfl\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Divisional round<\/a> with plenty of confidence. <\/p><p>In this article, we will take a look at the opening odds for the upcoming Divisional matchup between these two teams.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the opening odds for the Bears vs Rams?<\/h2><p>The table below gives the opening odds for the Bears vs Rams matchup <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>as per FanDuel<\/a><\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Spread<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Moneyline<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Total<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Chicago Bears<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+3.5 (-105)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+164<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>O 50.5 (-115)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Los Angeles Rams<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-3.5 (-115)<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-196<\/a><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>U 50.5 (-105)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>The opening odds for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagobears.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Bears<\/a> vs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.therams.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Rams<\/a> Divisional round matchup show that the Rams are the slight favorite to win the game.<\/p><p>\n\n\n            <div class=\"MvpBookmakerTable\" >\n                                                            <div class=\"MvpBookmakerTableTopBlock\">\n                    <div class=\"MvpBookmakerTableTopBlock-item 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Must be 21+ in most jurisdictions, but 18+ in DC, KY, and WY. Offer is valid only in eligible regulated states\/jurisdictions and not available in AR; void where prohibited. First online real-money wager only; cashed-out or bonus-funded bets are excluded.            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">See you Sunday &#8252;&#65039;<\/p>&mdash; Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ChicagoBears\/status\/2010567155943895512?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>January 12, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early picks &amp; predictions for Bears vs Rams<\/h2><p>Here are our early picks for the Divisional game between the Bears and the Rams.&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Early spread lean:<\/strong> Chicago Bears +3.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-105<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Early total lean:<\/strong> Over 50.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-115<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Early player prop:<\/strong> Matthew Stafford Over 35.5 pass attempts (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+100<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/best-nfl-betting\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'><strong>If you&rsquo;re looking for a complete guide to the best NFL betting sites, we&rsquo;ve got you covered<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/a><\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early leans &amp; betting predictions<\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early spread lean: Chicago Bears +3.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-105<\/a>)<\/h3><p>For the early spread, we are leaning towards the Chicago Bears to win against the Bears in the Divisional round. This matchup is tricky to call since both teams have had their fair share of ups and downs this season.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Both teams are coming off closely contested matches from the Wild Card round. While the Rams did well to hold off a valiant effort from the Panthers, the Bears played their hearts out in a huge come-from-behind win over the Packers.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The Rams have the best offense in the league, averaging just over 30 points a game during the regular season. They also put up 34 points in their win over the Panthers in the first round of the playoffs. Having said that, the weather in Chicago is expected to be much cooler than what the Rams are used to, and this could be a big factor on game day.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Additionally, Chicago is 6-3 at home and 2-0 ATS as home underdogs, whereas the Rams haven&rsquo;t been too successful on the road (5-4).&nbsp;<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early total lean: Over 50.5 (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-115<\/a>)<\/h3><p>As far as the total points over\/under is concerned, we are leaning towards the Over in this game. While both defenses rank high in scoring defense, allowing 20.4 (Rams) and 24.4 (Bears) points per game, the Rams&rsquo; offense is averaging above 30 and the Bears&rsquo; offense is averaging just a shade under 26. We expect this game to be an offensive battle with the total score going above 51 points.&nbsp;<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Early player prop: Matthew Stafford Over 35.5 pass attempts (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+100<\/a>)<\/h3><p>For the early player prop, we are inclining towards Rams&rsquo; quarterback Matthew Stafford to have over 35.5 pass attempts in the game. We feel this could be a good bet considering the Rams&rsquo; heavy reliance on the pass game.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Stafford has attempted 36 or more passes in each of his last 5 games, including the playoff game against the Panthers on Saturday. 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L.A.&rsquo;s defense has, however, given up 30 or more points in three of its last five games.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The Bears are coming into this matchup following an excellent come-from-behind win over the Packers that showed their resilience. Even though the Bears&rsquo; defense is allowing nearly 25 points a game, they are the league leaders in interceptions. The win over Green Bay on Sunday was the first playoff win for Ben Johnson as a head coach, and it was also Caleb Williams&rsquo; first playoff win. Their overall form and boost in confidence make us believe that Chicago upsets Los Angeles for the win.&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong>Our prediction: Chicago Bears win<\/strong><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Headed to Chicago for the Divisional Round! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/bVjx0LUe5C\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/bVjx0LUe5C<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RamsNFL\/status\/2010514169192136834?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>January 12, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to watch Bears vs Rams<\/h2><p>The details for the Bears vs Rams AFC Divisional round game are as follows.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Game Details<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Information<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Date<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Sunday, January 18, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Kickoff<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6:30 p.m. ET<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Location<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Soldier Field, Chicago, Illinois<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">TV<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">NBC<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Streaming<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Peacock, Fubo<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What time is Bears vs Rams?<\/h3><p>The exact time of the Bears vs Rams game is yet to be determined. This NFC Divisional round game will be played on Sunday, January 18, 2026.&nbsp;<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is the Bears vs Rams game being played?<\/h3><p>The Chicago Bears take on the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional round, with the game being played at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I watch Bears vs Rams on TV and live stream?<\/h3><p>The network that will air the Bears vs Rams game on Sunday has yet to be determined.&nbsp;<\/p><p><em>The above odds are <\/em><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-prono-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>sourced from FanDuel<\/a><\/em><\/strong><em>. 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