The Los Angeles Rams enter Week 9 with a 5-2 record, fresh off a well-scheduled bye week and looking to maintain their share of the NFC West lead. With the Seattle Seahawks also holding a 5-2 record, every result matters, especially with a challenging stretch ahead that includes the Saints, 49ers and another matchup with Seattle.
Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints enter this matchup dealing with an all-too-familiar story: uncertainty at the quarterback position. Kellen Moore made the switch from Spencer Rattler to Tyler Shough during last week’s tough 23-3 loss against Tampa Bay, looking for a change. Instead, the offense continued to falter, and now the Saints enter Week 9 without a clear answer at the quarterback position.
On the other side of the field, the Rams will look for their veteran leader. Matthew Stafford has already guided Los Angeles through multiple close-game battles this season, and coming off its bye week, the hope is that the offense finds its rhythm early and often.
The real question:
Can Matthew Stafford and this Rams offense come into Sunday and take care of business against a New Orleans team that’s still trying to figure out who’s running the show?
Start time of the match Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints
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The Rams and Saints will meet in Week 9 of the NFL season at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, on Sunday, November 2, 2025, beginning at 4:05 p.m. ET.
Los Angeles Rams Team News
Offensively, this group has a lot of power. The Rams finished last season ranked 10th in passing yards, and that passing identity hasn’t changed. Matthew Stafford He continues to pilot the offense with experience, leading the league in passing touchdowns (17) while barely turning the ball over, with just two interceptions so far. His level of timing and ball placement remains as precise as ever.
The rising star Puka Nacua He has been the driving force in the receiving corps, leading the team in receptions and receiving yards. When the Rams need to advance the chains, he’s the one they look to.
However, the running game still lags, finishing 23rd in rushing last year, and remains the area where Los Angeles looks for consistency. Even with that imbalance, Los Angeles has managed to stay in the middle in scoring, ranking 19th with 367 points. Win by relying on what they do best: trusting in the arm of Stafford and create matchup problems in the passing game.
Defensively, the Rams have developed a knack for rushing quarterbacks, ranking 11th in sacks and 7th in interceptions last season. Injuries are the only possible problem. Rob Havenstein and Nacua are both listed as doubtful, while they are expected to Tutu Atwell y Ahkello Witherspoon they waste time. Losing depth at receivers and cornerbacks isn’t ideal, especially given how the Rams like to rotate personnel. If the “next man up” mentality doesn’t hold, certain matchups could get complicated.
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New Orleans Saints Team News
The New Orleans Saints enter Week 9 trying to stop the bleeding. With a 1-7 record, things have quickly fallen apart. Offensively, they have struggled to maintain series and capitalize on opportunities. Their passing game has languished at 23rd, and while their running game offers occasional sparks, their inefficiency on third down continues to slow momentum. Even with players like Chris Olavewho caught eight passes in last week’s loss, production has been hard to come by.
And the injuries haven’t helped. Know Miller, Erik McCoy y Julian Blackmon They are all on the injured list, leaving holes in multiple phases of the offense and defense. Rashid Shaheed remains doubtful, adding even more uncertainty to a team that needs every weapon it can get.
Defensively, New Orleans can still cause problems: They are in the top 10 in sacks and interceptions, but they have spent too much time on the field. Giving up nearly 400 points and ranking near the bottom in yards allowed, it tells the story of a defense stretched to the limit.
This matchup will be the first NFL start for the rookie quarterback. Tyler Shoughwho failed to ignite the offense when he replaced Spencer Rattler during Sunday’s 23-3 loss to the Buccaneers.
Watch and live stream Rams vs Saints in the US
The Rams vs Saints game in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season will be broadcast live nationally on FOX. Fans can watch the coverage atFubo (Try it for free today.)
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Watch and live stream Rams vs Saints globally
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How to buy tickets for Rams vs Saints
The matchup between the Rams and Saints is scheduled for SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, a venue that hosts up to 70,000 fans and promises a red-hot atmosphere on game day.
Tickets are now available at StubHubwith tickets starting at $386. From there, prices rise through the levels, $300, $400, $500, $600, $700, $800, $900, $1,000, and extend into the premium ranges of $2,000, $3,000, $4,000, $5,000, $6,000, and peaking at $10,406 per the best seats in the house.
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Rams vs Saints Fantasy Football
The Los Angeles Rams defense has quietly been one of the most reliable fantasy units this season. Averaging 8.7 fantasy points per game, they rank fourth among all D/STs through eight weeks. They may not generate the wild, turnover-filled explosions we’ve seen from the Browns or Vikings, but they’ve been consistent and on a roll lately. With 28 fantasy points in their last two games and a matchup against a New Orleans offense struggling for direction, this is another opportunity where the Rams defense should be used with confidence.
Matthew Stafford (projected 19.5 points for Week 9) has maintained a consistent streak at quarterback. He has thrown multiple touchdown passes in five of his last six games, operating with the calm of a veteran who has seen every coverage a defense can throw at him. Coming out of the break, he faces a Saints secondary that is likely to be on the field frequently, making him a strong option at fantasy quarterback again this week.
Kyren Williams (projected 13.9 points for Week 9) has been Mr. Dependable in the Rams backfield, offering significant production week after week in fantasy. The matchup is even more enticing with New Orleans shifting to a new starting quarterback and likely relying more on its defense, and if the Saints’ offense stagnates (as it has recently), Williams could see a lot of running work late in the game to close out the game.
The return of Puka Nacua (projected 13.5 points for Week 9) be the big starter of the week. Before his injury, Puka was taking on defenses, ranking fourth in fantasy scoring across all positions through five weeks, averaging 21.6 points per game. Even after missing time, he’s still second in the league in receptions, a testament to how essential he is to this offense.
Then there is Davante Adams (projected 10.8 points for Week 9), who is proving once again that elite route runners age differently than most receivers. His three-touchdown display against Jacksonville was a reminder of how deadly he can be when Stafford goes after him in the red zone. With Nacua returning to draw coverage, Adams should remain a top-10 option this week, and he offers one of the highest touchdown potential of any wide receiver this week.
For New Orleans, Tyler Shough (projected 12.0 points for Week 9) stands out after Spencer Rattler was benched. Shough’s relief effort against Tampa Bay was tough — 128 yards on 17-of-30 passing with one interception — and now he faces his first full start on the road against an improving defense. Fantasy managers should take a wait-and-see approach.
Meanwhile, Alvin Kamara (projected 9.0 points in Week 9) is stuck in an offense that can’t find its rhythm. Six carries for 21 yards and a pair of receptions last week paint a clear picture that even with strong usage metrics, he simply hasn’t converted touches into production. He sits at RB29 in points per game despite an RB12 workload, and the advanced grades haven’t been kind either. Until this offense finds direction (or opens running lanes), Kamara carries more risk than reliability.
Rams vs Saints Game Predictions
Don’t underestimate the New Orleans Saints defense: They’ve been keeping games competitive over the last month, holding opponents to just 22 points and an average of 316.5 total yards. Still, stopping this Los Angeles Rams offense is a difficult task.
With Matthew Stafford orchestrating an attack that includes Kyren Williams, Puka Nacua and Davante Adams, the Rams bring a level of firepower that few teams can match. The real difference, however, might be LA’s relentless pass rush, which should make life miserable for Tyler Shough in the pocket.
Prediction: The Saints hold on early, but the Rams’ offensive balance and defensive pressure eventually prevail. Rams 27Saints 17.
Rams vs Saints Betting Odds
Spread
Saints +14 (-115)
Rams -14 (-105)
money line
Saints: +600
Rams: -900
Total
44.5 (Over -110/Under -110)
