Sunday Night Football brings a fascinating matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and Denver Broncos, with several key storylines shaping the betting market.
Puka Nacua’s availability remains a major question, while Denver’s defense has played well through two weeks. On the other side, Denver’s offense appears to be finding better ways to involve Jaylen Waddle.
Here are four player-prop bets worth considering.
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Matthew Stafford under 243.5 passing yards
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9). Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images.
Matthew Stafford is coming off an outstanding performance against the Giants, throwing for 327 yards and four touchdowns in a 28-6 victory. However, this matchup should be considerably more difficult. Denver has one of the better secondaries in football, allowing only 172.5 passing yards per game through two weeks. Puka Nacua also remains uncertain after missing last week’s game, which could make moving the ball through the air even more difficult.
The Rams could also look to establish the running game and take some pressure off Stafford.
Blake Corum over 46.5 rushing yards
Sep 21, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum (24) runs during the first quarter against the New York Giants at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Blake Corum has become an important part of the Rams’ rushing attack even with Kyren Williams leading the backfield. Los Angeles has continued giving Corum meaningful opportunities, and his role could become even more important if the Rams are without Nacua again.
The Rams should have plenty of incentive to establish the run against Denver rather than repeatedly challenging a strong Broncos secondary. If Los Angeles can maintain balance offensively, Corum should have enough opportunities to clear 46.5 yards.
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Jaylen Waddle over 57.5 receiving yards
Aug 21, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) following the preseason game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Jaylen Waddle showed what he can bring to Denver’s offense in Week 2, catching eight passes for 138 yards on 10 targets. That was a significant change from his limited involvement in the season opener.
Waddle has emerged as an important weapon for Bo Nix, and another strong target workload could be coming Sunday night. The Rams have allowed opposing slot receivers to find some success, creating an opportunity for Waddle to make plays underneath and after the catch.
Terrance Ferguson over 3.5 receptions
Sep 21, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams tight end Terrance Ferguson (18) scores a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the New York Giants at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Terrance Ferguson stepped up in a major way with Puka Nacua sidelined against the Giants, catching six passes on nine targets for 54 yards and a touchdown. His involvement was not simply a product of garbage time, either. Ferguson played a significant offensive role throughout the game.
If Nacua is unavailable again, Ferguson should once again have opportunities to work underneath and over the middle of Denver’s defense. Four receptions is a reasonable threshold given his recent workload.
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