NFL Monday Night Football: The Panel's Picks For Monday's Game

Our team of experts examines the NFL Monday Night Football action, focusing on odds and insights from top betting sites. 

Wildcard weekend concludes with the Minnesota Vikings vs. the Los Angeles Rams from Glendale, Arizona.

Continue reading for The Panel's in-depth coverage and expert predictions as the weekend action ends with Monday night’s NFL picks.

NFL Monday Night Football Predictions:

• The Panel Pick 1: LA Rams Moneyline - 6/5 With Betway
• The Panel Pick 2: Matthew Stafford Over 250 Passing Yards - 21/20 With Betway
• The Panel Pick 3: Most Points In Fourth Quarter - 37/20 With Betway

Vikings Vs. Rams Pick: Has The Spoiler Spoiled?

Unlike most playoff games, this Monday Night Football game is different. Minnesota went 14-3 and end up playing on the road. Guess what? The Los Angeles Rams are on the road, too. That is because State Farm Stadium is the host for this wildcard contest. 

Due to the wildfires in Southern California and a public health emergency, the game could not be played at SoFi Stadium. This adds an interesting dynamic and make Minnesota a slightly bigger favourite. Right now, the Rams are a more trendy sentimental pick on the moneyline.       

Minnesota went from a 1.5 to a 2.5-point favourite for Monday night. The Arizona Cardinals did everything to make the Rams feel at home, including transporting players and management.

Finally, there is the game itself. Los Angeles beat Minnesota earlier in the season. The Rams are versatile and can throw the ball downfield with Matthew Stafford. Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp figure to make the difference again. 

The Panel like Los Angeles to win again on Monday night. 

The Panel Pick 1: Los Angeles Rams Moneyline @ 6/5 with Betway

Vikings Vs. Rams Prediction: Ride The Stafford

Matthew Stafford gets to play one of the more porous pass defences in the NFL. Minnesota allowed several teams 300+ passing yards and gave up the fifth-most yards overall. The risk comes with the interceptions. This was a Vikings secondary that picked up a league-high 24 passes, with Stafford throwing for 279 yards during the Week 8 matchup. 

That included four touchdowns and one interception. 

The Los Angeles Rams' power-running game, led by Kyren Williams, should keep the Minnesota defence honest. The Rams' quarterback has thrived in the playoffs, creating a unique situation. 

Several bookmakers offered some nice prices. However, Betway came in with 250+ passing yards at 21/20, which may be the best among the betting apps. 

The Panel's second pick for Monday night is for Stafford to get 250+ passing yards. 

The Panel Pick 2: Matthew Stafford Over 250 Passing Yards @ 21/20 with Betway

Vikings Vs. Rams Preview: The Final Countdown

Bettors have been higher on the final quarter more than usual for a matchup like this. It is always a risk to make such a wager. However, this weekend, some of the fourth quarters fixated on higher scoring during the second and fourth stanzas.

The playoffs are expected to be different from the regular season. In Week 8, the teams combined for 21 points. Again, this is a neutral-site contest.   

During Minnesota’s three losses, there was a nervousness about Sam Darnold. That nervous energy could lead to more fourth-quarter points. 

Most are expecting a closer contest this time around.  

The Panel's final pick for this Monday night is for Los Angeles and Minnesota to finish strong.

The Panel Pick 3: Most Points In The Fourth Quarter @ 37/20 With Betway