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Los Angeles Rams Defense vs Running Backs

Fantasy matchup analysis — how many points the Rams allow to running backs. Updated through the 2025 season. Use this to identify streamers and make start/sit decisions.

10.1
Avg fantasy pts allowed per game to running backs
#1 Easiest (Top 5)
NFL defense ranking vs RB
78
Games in sample (2024–2025)

Top Targets vs Rams

Players who have historically scored most against the Los Angeles Rams defense:

#1 Target 🎯
Christian McCaffrey⚠
SF
19.8
avg pts vs Rams (3 games)
#2 Target
Saquon Barkley
PHI
19.2
avg pts vs Rams (3 games)
#3 Target
Jahmyr Gibbs
DET
13.6
avg pts vs Rams (2 games)

Recent Game Log

Last 10 games running backs faced the Los Angeles Rams (2024–2025 seasons):

GamePlayerFantasy Pts
S2026 Wk8 Kimani Vidal
LAC
5
S2026 Wk8 Keaton Mitchell
LAC
5.3
S2026 Wk8 Omarion Hampton
LAC
4.7
S2026 Wk7 Connor Heyward
LV
2.3
S2026 Wk7 Ashton Jeanty
LV
21.6
S2026 Wk7 Mike Washington Jr.
LV
2.7
S2026 Wk6 Zonovan Knight
ARI
11.8
S2026 Wk6 Tyler Allgeier
ARI
5.8
S2026 Wk5 James Cook III
BUF
22.8
S2026 Wk5 Ray Davis
BUF
4.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Los Angeles Rams defense good or bad for fantasy running backs?
The Los Angeles Rams allow an average of 10.1 fantasy points per game to running backs, ranking #1 Easiest (Top 5) among all NFL defenses (78 games sampled, 2024–2025 seasons).
Which running backs should I start against the Los Angeles Rams?
Historically, running backs who have scored most against the Los Angeles Rams: Christian McCaffrey (19.8 avg pts in 3 games), Saquon Barkley (19.2 avg pts in 3 games), Jahmyr Gibbs (13.6 avg pts in 2 games). Connect your league to PlayCaller for a roster-specific verdict.
How do I use defense vs position data in fantasy football?
Defense vs position (DVP) data shows how many fantasy points a team has historically allowed to a specific position. High avg pts allowed = easy matchup. Low avg pts allowed = tough matchup. Use it as a tiebreaker when deciding between two similarly-ranked players with different matchups.

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