Los Angeles Rams vs Denver Broncos Preview & Prediction

Sunday, September 27, 2026 — Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO TV: NBC Line: Rams -2.5 Total: 45

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Sunday Night Football heads to the altitude of Denver as the 1–1 Rams visit the 1–1 Broncos. Both teams picked up their first wins of the season last week—Los Angeles rolled past the Giants 28–6, while Denver held off Jacksonville 20–13. Oddsmakers give the Rams a slight edge, but this matchup carries plenty of intrigue on both sides of the ball.

Los Angeles Rams: Week 3 Outlook

Los Angeles looked sharp in its bounce‑back win over New York. Matthew Stafford delivered one of the best performances of Week 2, throwing for 327 yards and four touchdowns on 22-of-31 passing. His lone interception didn’t matter much thanks to explosive plays in the passing game.

• Kyren Williams provided balance with 85 rushing yards on just 12 carries (7.1 YPC).

• Davante Adams was unstoppable, posting 195 yards on eight receptions—an absurd 24.4 yards per catch.

The Rams totaled 481 yards on 59 plays, showing efficiency and rhythm. Defensively, they smothered the Giants, allowing only 130 passing yards and just 52 rushing yards. Their front seven controlled the line of scrimmage, giving up only 2.5 yards per carry.

Denver Broncos: Week 3 Outlook

Denver’s win over Jacksonville wasn’t flashy, but it was steady and composed. Bo Nix continues to show promise, throwing for 288 yards and a touchdown while completing 22-of-31 passes. His lone interception didn’t derail the offense.

• Jonah Coleman chipped in 39 rushing yards on 10 carries.

• Jaylen Waddle was the offensive spark, racking up 138 yards on eight catches.

The Broncos produced 392 total yards, including 104 on the ground. Their defense held firm, limiting Jacksonville to 173 passing yards and 95 rushing yards. Through two games, Denver’s defense has allowed 22 points per game, ranking in the league’s upper middle tier.

However, the offense has been sluggish overall—just 15 points per game, and only 284 total yards per contest, placing them near the bottom of the league. Sustaining drives has been an issue, with only 19 first downs accumulated so far.

Series History

The Rams lead the all‑time matchup 10–5, including a dominant 51–14 win in their most recent meeting in 2022. Historically, Los Angeles has handled Denver well, winning four of the last six.

Matchup Breakdown

• Rams’ edge: Explosive passing game, superior offensive efficiency, strong run defense.

• Broncos’ edge: Home‑field altitude advantage, improving pass defense, emerging chemistry between Nix and Waddle.

• Key factor: Can Denver’s offense keep pace if Stafford gets rolling early?

Los Angeles has shown far more consistency on offense, and their defensive front should challenge Denver’s run game. If the Broncos fall behind, Nix may be forced into high‑risk throws against a defense that thrives on disruption.

Final Prediction vs the Spread

Pick: Rams -2.5

Los Angeles has the more reliable offense and the better overall balance. Denver should compete, but unless their offense takes a noticeable step forward, the Rams’ firepower gives them the edge in a tight but controlled road win.