Los Angeles Rams vs Chicago Bears Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/18

NFL Game preview

The 2025 Divisional Playoffs bring an exciting game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Chicago Bears. The game will be held at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 6:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on NBC as these two teams meet on an outdoor field under overcast skies.

The Rams, led by head coach Sean McVay, enter this game with a postseason record of 1-0. They finished the regular season with a strong 12-5 record. On the other side, the Bears, coached by Ben Johnson, also hold a postseason record of 1-0 and completed the regular season with an 11-6 record. Both teams will aim to advance further in the playoffs with a win in this cold-weather game.

Los Angeles Rams Team Preview

The Los Angeles Rams have had a varied performance in recent games. They achieved victories against the Arizona Cardinals and Detroit Lions, scoring 37-20 and 41-34, respectively. However, they faced close losses to the Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers, with scores of 27-24 and 31-28.

Matthew Stafford leads the Rams as the top quarterback, with 4,707 passing yards this season. Puka Nacua stands out as a key wide receiver, accumulating 1,715 receiving yards. On the ground, Kyren Williams has been effective, rushing for 1,252 yards and scoring ten touchdowns.

The Rams have several players on the injury report, including Matthew Stafford, who is questionable due to a finger injury. Rob Havenstein and Ahkello Witherspoon are both out with ankle and shoulder injuries, respectively. The team will need to adjust their lineup to cover these absences in the upcoming game.

Rams vs Bears Game Day Info

  • Sport: NFL
  • Teams: Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears
  • Venue: Soldier Field in Chicago, IL
  • Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Rams Moneyline -201, Bears Moneyline +166, Rams Spread -3.5 (-118), Bears Spread +3.5 (-104), Total Over 48.5 (-113), Total Under 48.5 (-108)

Chicago Bears Team Preview

The Chicago Bears have faced some challenges in recent games. They lost 19-16 to the Detroit Lions at home. Caleb Williams, the quarterback, threw for 212 yards with two touchdowns and an interception.

Despite a strong performance against the San Francisco 49ers, the Bears fell short with a 42-38 loss. Caleb Williams threw for 330 yards and two touchdowns. D’Andre Swift added 54 rushing yards and two touchdowns in that game.

The Bears secured a big win against the Cleveland Browns, finishing 31-3. D’Andre Swift had a standout game with 98 rushing yards and two touchdowns. DJ Moore contributed with two receiving touchdowns and 69 yards.

BTB Betting Pick

The Rams are favored by 3.5 points against the Bears. The Rams have a better offense and defense compared to the Bears. The Rams should cover the spread with a projected score of Rams 27, Bears 20.

The total for the game is set at 48.5 points. The Rams and Bears have both struggled offensively, ranking 19th and 26th in scoring, respectively. With a projected total of 47 points, the recommendation is to take the under.