The Los Angeles Rams have positioned themselves to make a serious push in the second half of the 2026 season, but the road ahead will determine just how far and how high they can go. With several important matchups remaining, including a tough stretch from Weeks 12-14, Sean McVay’s team will need to find consistency on both sides of the football while navigating injuries and the challenges of a competitive NFC playoff race. Matthew Stafford and the offense will be expected to elevate their play,
while the defense must maintain its ability to make game-changing plays when it matters most. From divisional battles to potential playoff previews, the Rams have plenty of opportunities to strengthen their postseason position. Here’s a game-by-game prediction at what lies ahead and how Los Angeles could finish the regular season.
Week 10: @ Arizona Cardinals
Since Los Angeles’s embarrassing loss to Arizona at home in Week 6, the Rams have rattled off three consecutive wins, albeit against the Raiders, Chargers, and Commanders.
The Rams will want revenge against a divisional foe and they need the win to keep pace with other NFC teams.
Prediction: Rams 30-17 (Record: 6-4)
Week 11: BYE
Much needed to get bodies back for stretch run.
Week 12: vs. Green Bay Packers
Because the Packers are red hot right now, I think the Rams see their four game winning streak ending to a team that has more working for them right now. The Rams best chance will be to cap the explosives that Green Bay loves to dial up with Jordan Love. Trent McDuffie should be able to silence either Christian Watson or Matthew Golden. But LaFleur has had McVay’s number…
Prediction: Packers 27-24 (Record: 6-5)
Week 13: vs. Kansas City Chiefs
If the Rams lose to the Packers, they really do not have much more room for error. Patrick Mahomes is special but running away from Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald may not be his preferred option.
Prediction: Rams 29-21 (Record: 7-5)
Week 14: @ San Francisco 49ers
Sometimes desperation is a good thing. San Francisco might be able to lock up the division with a win but even then the Rams desperation to stay in the hunt is enough to get LA a win on the road against their rivals.
Prediction: Rams 23-20 (Record: 8-5)
Week 15: vs. Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys offense is strong but the defense is not. Luckily that may play in favor of the Rams as their defense should be able to contain Dallas if McDuffie locks on Cee Dee Lamb.
Prediction: Rams 33-24 (Record 9-5)
Week 16: @ Seattle Seahawks
Ever since the Thursday Night Football nightmare ending in 2025 and the NFC Championship Game, LA has probably been long awaiting this game. With the game being on Christmas Day, it will be entertaining watch. With the chance to bounce Seattle from the playoff picture, the Rams get a HUGE win for their playoff percentge odds.
Prediction: Rams 23-17 (Record: 10-5)
Week 17: @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Needing a road win to guarantee a spot in the playoffs, Sean McVay clinches a playoff berth before Week 18; allowing them to rest starters in Week 18.
Prediction: Rams 27-20 (Record: 11-5)
Week 18: vs. Seattle Seahawks
Maybe this matchup is playoffs or bust. Call me an optimist for thinking the Rams will have locked up either the 6 seed or 7 seed by this point.
Prediction: Seahawks 20-10 (Record: 11-6)
There you have it. PLAYOFFS. 11-6. The Rams can only afford 2 more losses. It should make for an interesting final 8 regular season games in 2026!
