Los Angeles Rams Away Underdog Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the Los Angeles Rams in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as away underdog, the Los Angeles Rams hold a record of 16-2-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +69.7% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $13 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 4-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2015 | 3-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2016 | 2-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2018 | 0-1-0 | 0.0% | -100.0% |
| 2019 | 1-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2021 | 1-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2022 | 1-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2023 | 1-1-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2024 | 3-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
Why This Trend Exists
The Rams' exceptional performance as away underdogs stems from their organizational culture of resilience and tactical adaptability under Sean McVay's leadership. When facing adversity on the road with oddsmakers doubting them, this team consistently elevates its preparation and execution. McVay's offensive system thrives when opponents underestimate their ability to adjust mid-game, particularly in hostile environments where the Rams can exploit defensive overconfidence. Los Angeles possesses the personnel flexibility to match any game script, whether that means leaning on their rushing attack or unleashing quick-strike passing concepts. Their defensive front, anchored by Aaron Donald's presence even in his final seasons, created enough disruption to keep games competitive regardless of venue. The team's veteran leadership has historically embraced the underdog mentality, using it as motivation rather than allowing it to create pressure. The psychological edge of playing with house money while road underdogs cannot be understated. When expectations are lowered, the Rams have consistently played their most inspired football, making aggressive decisions that catch opponents off-guard. This trend holds maximum value when the Rams face division rivals on the road or travel to face teams coming off impressive home victories, situations where public perception may lag behind their actual capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Los Angeles Rams's ATS record as away underdog?
The Los Angeles Rams have an outstanding 16-2-0 ATS record as away underdogs from 2014-2024. This means they have covered the spread in 16 out of 18 games when playing on the road as underdogs.
Is betting on the Los Angeles Rams as away underdog profitable?
Yes, betting on the Rams as away underdogs has been extremely profitable with a 69.7% ROI over this period. Despite having a 0.0% win rate straight up, they consistently outperform expectations against the spread.
How does this compare to the league average?
This 88.9% ATS win rate (16-2) significantly outperforms the typical league average of around 50% for covering spreads. The Rams' performance as away underdogs represents one of the most profitable betting trends in the NFL.
BACK This Trend
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.