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Seahawks at Rams: Game preview, odds, prediction

By Charles Rahrig V

Sep 11, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) pump fakes on a scramble against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) pump fakes on a scramble against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Seattle Seahawks vs. Los Angeles Rams

The Los Angeles Rams will being the first game back at home on Sunday. While they would like that to be the story heading into the game, it has been anything but. The team was thoroughly embarrassed on Monday Night Football and things look bleak at the moment. On Sunday, they will have to take on a tough Seattle Seahawks team.

For those that want to watch the Seahawks and Rams on Sunday, the game can be seen on TV on FOX. The game can also be seen online via a live stream via the NFL Sunday Ticket. That requires a DirecTV subscription. Here’s everything you need to know about watching the game, including TV info, live stream info and more.

Date: Sunday, September 18, 2016
Start Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Venue: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
TV Info: FOX
Live Stream: NFL Sunday Ticket

Keys to Victory

For the Seattle Seahawks, the offensive line is going to have to protect Russell Wilson. He got banged up in the opener and will be going against a Rams’ defensive line that has feasted on him before. If they’re going to pull off the road win, he has to have time to throw the ball.

Thomas Rawls will be getting the start at running back this week. If he can get some yards on the ground, that should open up things in the air for Wilson. The Seahawks need to be balanced on offense and that will be their key to victory on offense.

For the Rams, they have to generate any offense. The Seattle defense is one of the best in the league for a reason and they were strong against Miami. If Case Keenum isn’t prepared, this game could turn sideways in a hurry.

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Prediction

The Rams have given the Seahawks plenty of fits in the past. However, this Rams team doesn’t appear to have the caliber or edge that those teams did. Case Keenum just simply isn’t going to be able to put up a big day against the Seattle secondary. That means that the Seahawks will be able to sell out against the run. This might not be as big of a blowout as some are expecting, simply because the Rams’ defense will be a thorn in the side of Wilson all day, but their offense will keep them from having a chance.

Pick: Seattle 24, Los Angeles 3

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