Crossing Broad
A battle of unbeatens with recent postseason history, it’s the LA Rams returning to Philly for a Week 3 clash with the Super Bowl champion Eagles. This is a matchup of differing offensive philosophies, fought between teams that duked it out in the snow just nine months ago at Lincoln Financial Field. Both teams enter with 2-0 records, but they’ve arrived there in vastly different ways.
For the Birds, the formula has been a punishing ground attack and suffocating defense. Quarterback Jalen Hurts has been unspectacular through the air, but ruthlessly efficient, completing 75.6% of his passes for 253 yards with no interceptions. The offense runs through workhorse Saquon Barkley, while Hurts has been a wrecking ball in the red zone, punching in three rushing touchdowns himself. The methodical, clock-draining style has been overpowering in the early going.
Across the field, the Rams have leaned on the veteran arm of Matthew Stafford, who has been airing it out to the tune of 514 yards and three touchdowns against one interception on a 71% completion rate. With a dynamic receiving corps, the Rams’ offense is designed for explosive plays and has looked sharp to start the year. This contest will test whether Philadelphia’s physicality can control the game’s tempo or if Los Angeles’ high-flying offense can dictate the terms on the road.
Odds as of September 20th, 2025 from ESPN bet.
Moneyline (vig-free): Philadelphia Eagles \~63.0%, Los Angeles Rams \~37.0%
The odds position the Eagles as solid home favorites, with their -189 moneyline price implying a 63% chance of victory. However, the Rams have been an absolute machine against the spread, boasting an incredible 9-1 ATS record in their last 10 games overall and a perfect 7-0 ATS mark in their last seven road contests. The total sits at 44.5, a number that has seen significant downward movement, but it’s worth noting the over has cashed in five of the last six head-to-head meetings between these two franchises.
The betting market has shown significant respect for the Rams throughout the week. After opening with the Birds as -4.5 point favorites, the line has moved a full point down to -3.5. This shift across the key number of four suggests that sharp money has been backing the road underdog, fading a Philadelphia team that is 1-1 ATS this season despite their 2-0 record.
The total has seen an even more dramatic shift, plummeting from an opening number of 46.5 down to 44.5. This two-point drop indicates a strong market sentiment towards the under.
The reasoning is likely twofold:
Philly’s offense has been extremely run-heavy with low passing volume, and the weather forecast, while not severe, includes wind that could impact offensive production. This movement has created potential value on the over, especially given the history of high-scoring affairs between these teams.
On the Birds’ side, Dallas Goedert’s return should be a huge boon after he missed week 2 in...
