THE GAME IS UP: The football won’t...

THE GAME IS UP: The football won’t be the only thing spiraling at the Rams home opener today against the New England Patriots (C1). So is the cost of going to the game. Team Marketing Report shows Ram home game costs up 5% this season, the ninth most expensive in the 28-team league. . . . The $172 for a family of four buys two beers, four soft drinks, four hot dogs, two caps, two programs and stadium parking. NFL’s best bargain: Cincinnati Bengals--$139 for four.

Fan Costs

The average cost of a Rams home game for a family of four is ninth highest in the NFL.

How California’s teams rank:

San Francisco 49ers (1st): $205

Los Angeles Rams (9th): $172

Los Angeles Raiders (12th): $165

San Diego Chargers (13th): $162

NFL average: $164

Source: Team Marketing Report, Chicago, Ill.