Super Bowl LVI Betting Preview: Rams Open as 4.5-Point Favorites Over Bengals

Super Bowl LVI Betting Preview: Rams Open as 4.5-Point Favorites Over Bengals

By Marcus Sullivan

February 17, 2025 at 01:43 PM

Super Bowl LVI Betting Preview: Rams vs Bengals

The Los Angeles Rams (-4.5) are favored over the Cincinnati Bengals (+4.5) in Super Bowl LVI, set for Sunday, February 13th at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The over/under is set at 48.5 points.

Key Betting Information:

  • Opening Line: Rams -4 (moved to -4.5)
  • Current Spread: Rams -4.5
  • Total: 48.5 points
  • Location: SoFi Stadium (Rams' home field)

Key Matchup Factors:

  • Bengals' questionable offensive line vs. Rams' strong defensive front
  • Quarterback duel between Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow
  • Rams' overall roster talent advantage on paper

Historical Context:

  • Bengals were preseason longshots to reach Super Bowl
  • Rams were expected contenders from season start
  • Current spread is larger than recent Super Bowl lines

Betting Analysis:

  • Line movement suggests early money on Rams
  • Public betting likely to favor underdog Bengals
  • High-scoring affair expected with two strong offenses

Prediction: Rams 28, Bengals 23 - Supporting the Rams -4.5 spread and over 48.5 points based on offensive firepower and Rams' defensive advantage.

Note: Betting lines subject to change leading up to game day. Vegas traditionally sees highest betting volume of year on Super Bowl.

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